Venice

15 Best Venice Workshops & Cooking Classes

The hands-on bookings: carnival masks built in real botteghe, glass beads at the torch and pasta classes with tiramisu as the closer. The mask you make beats every souvenir-shop copy.

1.Venice: Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine

Discover Venice’s culinary secrets with a hands-on pasta and tiramisu cooking class. Learn authentic recipes, enjoy wine, and explore the Dorsoduro district.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“My sister and I had an amazing time! The class felt like it was a perfect length, we made new friends, and even got to eat what we made after so essentially free lunch with dessert! 10/10 would recommend. Side note: we enjoyed the class…”

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2.Venice Carnival Mask-Making Class in Venice, Italy

Discover Venice’s art and history with a hands-on mask-making class led by a master artisan. Create your own Carnival mask in a small-group setting.

★ 4.5

“It was wonderful! Giorgio, the shop owner, was the most warm and inviting host:) his talents in mask making go well beyond just helping my husband and I create beautiful Venetian masks—he truly is a an incredible artist! His creations are stunning! I can not…”

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3.Murano Glass Factory Experience-a Workshop in Venice

Discover the art of Murano glass with this engaging 2.5-hour guided tour, including a workshop, private demonstration, and authentic craftsmanship in Venice.

★ 4.0

“This was fun, and we got to make a bracelet with beads (others made keychains and earings.) It was a small group and the staff was very friendly. The kids loves the hands on project, and watching the artist make a rose, petal, by petal,…”

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4.Venice: Venetian Masks Workshop

Discover the art and history of Venetian masks at Carta Alta's workshop. Create your own mask with expert guidance in a charming, film-connected studio.

★ 4.9

“Excellent experience, so much fun. The studio is in a wonderful quiet area of Venice and the masks are amazing. The team is passionate about their craft and help make the workshop educational and engaging. We really enjoyed this experience.”

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5.Traditional Home Cooking Experience in Venice

Experience authentic Venetian cuisine with a hands-on pasta-making class in a private home on Giudecca Island. Learn, cook, and enjoy true Italy.

★ 5.0

“If you like to cook, this experience is an absolute must do. Even if you don't cook, it's still fun. Rosa has a delightful personality and is a fabulos teacher and host. It was both a fun experience and the food was wonderful and authentic.…”

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7.Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Venetian Chef

Discover Venice’s flavors with this market tour and cooking class. Explore Rialto Market, learn authentic recipes, and enjoy a homemade Venetian feast.

★ 5.0

“What a wonderful experience!! Filippo was so knowledgeable and kind, and truly made our time in Venice unforgettable. From the tour of the markets and explanation of the local produce (and also showing us the right way to support local businesses), to the stunning backyard…”

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8.Venice: Carnival Mask Decoration Class at Casanova Prisons

Discover Venice’s Carnival magic by creating your own decorated mask in a historic prison setting, guided by a local artisan. A memorable, authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“This was a blast! It was us and two others and the host was so nice. We were able to paint the masks and do the glass in a short time. We learned about the history of the masks and Venice in general. Highly recommend…”

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9.Rialto Market Tour & Private Cooking Class in the Heart of Venice

Discover Venice’s culinary soul with a private Rialto Market tour and cooking class. Learn authentic recipes, sample local wines, and enjoy a homemade Venetian meal.

★ 5.0

“Amazing lunch with Massimo! Unforgettable experience and the best way to start our vacation in Italy. Massimo is as talented as he is personable and kind. After welcoming us into his home he made us feel like long lost Italian family, teaching us the secret…”

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10.Yummy Cooking Class in Venice with Professional Chef

Join this intimate Venice cooking class with a professional chef, learn authentic pasta and desserts, and enjoy a homemade meal with local wine.

★ 5.0

“An amazing experience!!! We loved every part of it! Carolyn was a great host and had some interesting insight, even for someone who is familiar in the kitchen. We will be sure to make these recipes again!”

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11.Venice Mask Workshop Class

Discover Venice’s artistry with a private mask decorating workshop. Create your own Venetian mask, learn its history, and take home a handmade keepsake.

★ 5.0

“We had a great time! Class lasts exactly an hour - perfect amount of time to paint. Not enough time for an added extras though (embellishments, etc) - do the 2 hour class for that.”

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12.Glass Lampwork Workshop and Walking in Murano

Discover Murano's glassmaking heritage with a small-group workshop and walking tour. See factories, create your own glass bead, and explore Murano’s charm.

★ 5.0

“detourist Guide Valerio is nothing short of amazing! Tour was very personal and personalized. From exclusive areas at one of the most prestigious glass factories in Murano, to an upstart art glass factory and a tiny mother/daughter craft glass shop, this was the real highlight…”

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13.Rialto: Market Tour with Hands-on Cooking Class, Wine & Tiramisu

Discover Venice’s vibrant Rialto Market and learn to cook authentic Italian dishes with a skilled chef, including pasta, tiramisu, and local wine, in this small-group experience.

★ 4.5

“The Chef is lovely. This was an awesome experience. The class was well worth it and I would recommend to anyone wanting to do something fun and delicious.”

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14.Venice: Watercolor Workshop with the Art Circle Artists

Discover Venice through art with a watercolor workshop led by local artists. Learn techniques, capture iconic views, and create your own masterpiece in this immersive experience.

★ 4.8

“Had the most enjoyable morning out drawing/ painting en plein air. My teacher was fantastic and encouraging. She even went overtime (2hrs). It was a shame the weather got too cold to be painting towards the end and we had to pack up. Definitely a…”

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15.Market tour and cooking class with a venetian sailor

Discover Venice’s culinary secrets with a market tour and home cooking class led by a Venetian sailor, blending authentic flavors with local stories.

★ 5.0

“If you only do one thing in Venice, this should be it! Massimo was amazing, warm and created the best experience for everyone in my family, from ages 17 to 80! He showed us around the market and bought fresh fruit for us to try,…”

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More Venice Workshops & Cooking Classes

5.0Market and Cooking with a Real Venetian Private Activity3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$139.37 4.5Mask Workshop – Paint Your Own Venetian Mask in Venice, Italy1 hour (approx.)$69.14 5.0Private Venice Cooking Class and Market Tour with Fun Local Laura4 hours (approx.)$159.00 5.0Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Venice3 hours (approx.)$215.66 5.0Join A Local Venetian Cooking Class4 hours (approx.)$179.01 5.0The ancient Venice and its spices: Cooking Class and Market Tour3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$108.43 3.5Carnival Mask Decoration Class at Casanova’s Prisons$79.10 5.0Venetian cooking school$94 5.0Fish Shopping in Rialto and Home Cooking in Murano3 hours (approx.)$342.07 4.0Venice Cooking Class in Mestre Pasta & Tiramisu, wine and more$102.03 5.0Authentic Venetian Cooking Classes$271.71 4.5Venice Photography Workshop: The City Through an Artists Eye$64.53 5.0Class Mask Workshop – Create our Mask in paper mache$308.32 4.5Cesarine: Venice Show Cooking & Dining Experience at Local’s Home$126.10 5.0Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local’s Home in Venice4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$239.12 4.53 Hour Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta and Tiramisu in Venice$160.49 5.0Venice: Cooking Class + Guitar Concert at Chef Francesco’s$230.13 4.5Make a Venetian Mask and Craft your Imagination$69.41 4.5Creative Venice: Artisan Excellence and Craftsmen Workshops3 hours (approx.)$182.17 5.0Exclusive cooking experience with a Venetian Chef: cichetti cooking class4 hours (approx.)$319.57 5.0Rialto market tour and Italian cooking class with a local5 hours (approx.)$179.06 5.0Photography workshop in the magical Venice (3h)$162.06 5.0Dining experience at a local’s home in Mirano with cooking demo2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$102.84 5.0Exclusive Fresh Pasta cooking class with a Venetian chef$270.88