Venice: Carnival Mask Workshop

4.562278 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.562278 out of 5 stars
1686 reviews
l@lalenetta
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Venice: Carnival Mask Workshop
4.562278 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.562278 out of 5 stars
1686 reviews
Likely to sell out

Paint your own carnival mask at a unique class in Venice. Learn more about ancient techniques as you put your new skills to the test to produce a stunning mask to keep and take home.

About this tour

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later
Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 1 hour
Check availability to see starting times
Instructor
English, Spanish, French, Italian
Small group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

D
Donovan – United States

What a fun activity for Venice! Niccolo was so kind and accommodating. I can’t recommend it highly enough!

J
Justine – United Kingdom

Excellent. Was little dubious about booking as only one hour but it was fantastic. Mask maker was very nice. When I asked if I could take photos he said yes, mi Casa et su casa - my house is your house. After selected style of mask we wanted to paint, He marked sections for different colours in pencil then we choose colour and painted one coat he then dried the mask with a heater. We repeated process then he did the finite detail of the decoration. Very pleased would highly recommend.

Select participants and date

Highlights

  • Learn how to paint your own Venice carnival mask
  • Get an insight into the traditions of Carnival
  • Take home your mask as a unique keepsake

Full description

Decorate your own unique keepsake of Venice at a Carnival mask-making workshop with an experienced instructor. Learn about the ancient techniques of decorating masks with paper mâché. Choose a mask to be decorated during the course. Learn how to decorate your own mask in a fun and entertaining way with the help of a professional and artisan mask decorator. Listen to interesting facts about the use of masks in Venice during previous centuries as you craft your own. Take home your own colorful creation as a very special souvenir.

Includes

  • Class in decorating a paper-mâché mask
  • All necessary paints and supplies
  • Mask to take home
  • Apron

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • Appropriate clothing for painting is suggested
  • The tour could be bilingual
  • Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in these cases it can be postponed to the days after, otherwise it will be refunded)
  • Unfortunately this tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or those with walking difficulties

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 1686 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

Customer photos

Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
+161
Filter
By star rating
Sort by:
D
Donovan – United StatesJune 9, 2025 – Verified booking
What a fun activity for Venice! Niccolo was so kind and accommodating. I can’t recommend it highly enough!
J
Justine – United KingdomMay 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent. Was little dubious about booking as only one hour but it was fantastic. Mask maker was very nice. When I asked if I could take photos he said yes, mi Casa et su casa - my house is your house. After selected style of mask we wanted to paint, He marked sections for different colours in pencil then we choose colour and painted one coat he then dried the mask with a heater. We repeated process then he did the finite detail of the decoration. Very pleased would highly recommend.
K
Kate – United StatesMay 21, 2025 – Verified booking
Our workshop was amazing! Giorgio was excellent at giving us instructions and allowing lots of time to complete our masks. The final result was great! While we waited he taught us the history of Venician masks which was very illuminating.

Product ID: 75791

Activity provider:CITY TOURS CO LTD

Top Attractions in Venice

Experiences in Venice

Tours in Italy

Things to do in Italy

Top destinations

Top attraction categories

Popular Attractions