You're not booking a class in a rented room set up for tourists. You spend a couple of hours inside a real artist's studio, working alongside a ceramic artist in the same space where she designs and makes her own pieces, surrounded by her tools, wheels and finished work.
The setting matters too. Monteverde is a residential Roman neighbourhood, not a tourist trail, so you get a slice of everyday Rome that most visitors never see.
It stays genuinely hands-on and personal. With just 2 to 6 people, you're not watching a demo from the back of a crowd: you shape the clay yourself from start to finish and get real attention while you do it.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
Start times
10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 5–80)
$120
In demand: 14 of the next 44 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Pottery Workshop in Rome
What's included
Included
Apron and working tools
Raw Clay
Hands-on guidance to shape and customize your own ceramic piece
Use of the ceramic wheel, subject to availability
Not included
Firing the produced piece
If you wish to have your piece fired and delivered, it is possible to receive a personalized quote.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Rome
Starting price $120 is close to the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,082 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pottery Workshop in Rome take?
Pottery Workshop in Rome lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Pottery Workshop in Rome cost?
Prices start at $120 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Pottery Workshop in Rome run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Does Pottery Workshop in Rome sell out?
It can: 14 of the next 44 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Pottery Workshop in Rome for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is See you at Ceramiche Poetiche pottery studio. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Pottery Workshop in Rome offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Pottery Workshop in Rome worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Romeing.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Giorgia_A
July 20, 2024 · via Viator
Lovely experience!
Such a beautiful activity do to in Rome! I booked this workshop as my mom's birthday gift and she loved it. The ladies who taught the course were skilled, patient and kind, they made the experience so much fun. They helped us make gorgeous pottery pieces that we're going to keep as a memento of such a special day. The techniques they showed us and helped us learn are going to be useful whenever we're going to work with clay again. It might seem a bit pricey but what you get out of the workshop is totally worth it in my opinion and I strongly recommend the experience!
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George_B
May 12, 2024 · via Viator
Wonderful experience
The instructor was incredibly knowledgeable and a very interesting person. It was a very hands on experience -- you really are rowing the boat yourself through the venetian canals. Loved it.
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N7880PXayaa
May 9, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
One of my favorite experiences in Rome!
Learning how to shape raw clay, glaze and color it was so fun and therapeutic. Also meeting such lovely artisans, talking to them and learning about their experience added on to the charm of their pottery studio.
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helenemrt83
March 1, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
What a fun experience!
A truly unique experience while in Rome.
Luisa and her colleagues were very kind and made it a special one. It was fascinating to learn from them about new pottery techniques.
Operator response
Thenk you so much for your kind review Helene :)
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