Magic Mask Decoration Class in St. Mark's Square

Visit the Prison's Palace in the heart of Venice for a mask decoration workshop with an artisan instructor. Make your own mask to take home as a unique souvenir.

  • Price: –  Adult (from 12 to 99 years old): € 69 p.p,
  • Languages: English, French, Spanish and Italian. The tour could be multilingual.
  • Departure time: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00
  • Duration: 1 hour approx.
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What's included

  • Carnival mask workshop with a skilled artisan
  • Colors and materials needed for the workshop 
  • The mask as a souvenir of the experience to take home

Additional Information

Embark on a journey to the historic Prison’s Palace, nestled in the vibrant heart of Venicenear the iconic Piazza San Marco. This adventure offers a deep dive into the authentic art of Venice through an exclusive Mask Workshop held within the majestic walls of the Palazzo. 

Embrace the opportunity to explore the art of mask decoration under the guidance of an expert artisan. This workshop provides all the materials you need – from vivid colors to sparkling glitters – to adorn a traditional Venetian Carnival mask. Yourskilled craftsman instructor will introduce you to ancient techniques of mask decoration, allowing you to bring your creativity to life..

This hands-on experience not only teaches you the age-old traditions of Venetian mask-making but also lets you create a unique masterpiece. The mask you design and decorate will serve as a memorable souvenir, a tangible piece of Venetian culture that you can take home.

Cancellation Policies

  • Bookings can be cancelled with no charge up to 24 hours before the service.
  • The tour does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather or exceptionally high/low tide (in these cases it will be rescheduled for the following day or refunded)

Know Before To Go

  • The tour is NOT private but is shared with other participants
  • The price is per person
  • The tour could be multilingual
  • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
  • Clothes appropriate to the experience are recommended
  • Pets are not allowed
  • Luggage and large bags not allowed 
  • Digital and printed vouchers are accepted (to be shown to the staff)

Meeting Point

  • Palazzo Delle Prigioni, beside the Doge’s Palace in Piazza San Marco. Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the departure time.

How to reach the meeting point

  • Prison Palace is close to St. Mark’s Square beside Doge's Palace. Do not go to the entrance of Doge's Palace, to get to the Prisons Palace, cross the bridge on the right side of the entrance of the Doge's Palace, enter the building and head upstairs to the first floor.

Map

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