Tours/Venice/Venice Carnival Mask Making Workshop: Create Your Own Mask
Viator · group up to 12 pax

Venice Carnival Mask Making Workshop: Create Your Own Mask

5.0(22)Venice1 hour
VIATOR5.0(15)TRIPADVISOR5.0(7)

Description

Unleash your creativity and decorate your own Venetian papier-mâché mask during a workshop in Venice. Learn the history and significance of Venetian masks from a local artisan.

Tour Options

ITALIAN
  • Duration: 1 hour
ENGLISH
  • Duration: 1 hour

Highlights

Choose from iconic models in handmade papier-mâché masks
Guided activity by a local master artisan
Introduction to the history of Venetian masks and Carnival
All materials needed for mask decoration
Your own mask to take home
Certificate of participation in the mask making course
Decorate your mask with acrylic paints, glitter, feathers, lace and trimmings

What's included

Included
Choose from iconic models in handmade papier-mâché masks
Guided activity by a local master artisan
Introduction to the history of Venetian masks and Carnival
All materials needed for mask decoration
Your own mask to take home
Certificate of participation in the mask making course
Decorate your mask with acrylic paints, glitter, feathers, lace and trimmings
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(22)

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Timothy_G
June 25, 2026
Enjoyable hour for kids in Venice

It was a pleasant experience for my two children (13 and 10). The masks were quality masks that made it home with us to the United States as keepsakes.

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Jill_S
June 20, 2026
Recommend.

I highly recommend this experience. The shop was lovely and our guide was kind and patient with our small children (5, 7, and 9). It was a great activity for kids, and helped to break up a long day of walking around.

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Edipreta
June 4, 2026
Amazingly fun

Came into town with two families six adults and three children. Thought the kittens would like this. And learned something. We all had a great time. Our artistic talents all came out. The staff was very helpful. Heading some finishing touches on our masks. I was amazed how good all of them looked. Definitely a great afternoon spent. Especially for families.

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jess_h
May 25, 2026
Great fun with kids

Really fun activity with my 8 year old. We were the only clients and it was a charming little shop. We were helped all the way and she was supper friendly and great with my kid. Had a super good time

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JASON_N
April 4, 2026
Lots of fun!

Wonderful experience painting the masks. The owner was sweet and accommodating. My kids (14 and 12) had alot of fun. After a day of walking around seeing the sights it was the perfect break.

Operator response

Hello Jason, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Amra_R
March 19, 2026
Priceless Venetian Mask Making Course with Family

We had such a wonderful experience with Michela during our Venetian papier-mâché mask-making class! She was incredibly patient with our children, making the entire process fun, engaging, and stress-free for our family. Michela was not only friendly and welcoming, but also very attentive—she guided us step by step and helped each of us create exactly the masks we envisioned. Her encouragement and expertise really made a difference. She even went above and beyond by taking photos for us during the experience, which we really appreciated, and she recommended a fantastic restaurant afterward that we loved. This was such a memorable and unique experience, and Michela made it truly special. Highly recommend!

Operator response

Hello Amra, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Rachel_L
March 17, 2026
I loved this! All the...

I loved this! All the masks turned out great. Even the 4 year old loves theirs! I would recommend as a fun unique experience in venice.

Operator response

Hello Rachel, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Bridie_P
February 22, 2026
It was absolutely...

It was absolutely amazing! There are mask patterns available, so if you don’t have an idea of what to make, you can find inspiration. There are lots of things you can do, and several different styles of masks. We had a wonderful time!!

Operator response

Hello Bridie, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Haley_F
February 19, 2026
It was a great...

It was a great experience. It was only me and my friend in this workshop. The lady was there to show us what to do, gave us examples of different masks, etc. She was nice and helpful. We went a few minutes over an hour and it did feel a little rushed at the end. Overall though it was a great experience and we would do it again. You get to take the mask as a souvenir.

Operator response

Hello Haley, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Rebecca L
February 13, 2026
So friendly and fun. A must-do!

Tiny week shop, two lovely ladies running the workshop. We spent longer than planned, and their kindness and patience were incredible. Full of ideas and very attentive, inspiration all around you. We are now “Carnivale-ready”!

Operator response

Hello Rebecca, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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