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Florence Traditional Local Artisan Experience
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Florence
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The Florentine neighborhood of Oltrarno is well-known for craftmanship and laboratories - experience hands-on the traditions kept alive for centuries.
First, visit a famous paper workshop where they create beautifully marbled patterns that date back to 17th century bookbinders. See how the artists create special patterns, some even still famous today. Then, try your hand at marbling for a fun keep-sake to bring home with you!
Next, visit a family owned leather workshop. Oltrarno has been home to leather workers since the 14th century, and while most have moved out the city, a few workshops have managed to survive. See how this family creates beautifully hand-made products.
Step inside a m...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Expert local guide
Meet a family of leather workers
Florentine Mosaic and Stone work Laboratory
Paper marbling demonstration
Food & drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
P.za della Signoria, 5r
In front of Cafè Rivoire in Piazza della Signoria
Return
Oltrarno
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Florentine neighborhood of Oltrarno is well-known for craftmanship and laboratories - experience hands-on the traditions kept alive for centuries.
First, visit a famous paper workshop where they create beautifully marbled patterns that date back to 17th century bookbinders. See how the artists create special patterns, some even still famous today. Then, try your hand at marbling for a fun keep-sake to bring home with you!
Next, visit a family owned leather workshop. Oltrarno has been home to leather workers since the 14th century, and while most have moved out the city, a few workshops have managed to survive. See how this family creates beautifully hand-made products.
Step inside a m...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Expert local guide
Meet a family of leather workers
Florentine Mosaic and Stone work Laboratory
Paper marbling demonstration
Food & drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
P.za della Signoria, 5r
In front of Cafè Rivoire in Piazza della Signoria
Return
Oltrarno
Itinerary
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Oltrarno
Discover the beautifully quiet and often overlooked neighborhood of Florence, where you will embark on a journey with your expert guide to experience 3 local workshops from traditional local artisans who keep their century old traditions alive.
- Visit a paper workshop and experience paper marbling for yourself, and bring your unique artwork home with you.
- Step inside a leather workshop and meet a local family still working to keep their craft alive, creating beautifully handmade purses, luxury pet supplies, beaded necklaces, and more.
- Experience a mosaic laboratory, where you will meet the craftspeople who keep this very ancient tradition alive. Learn how they create ornate masterpieces from rough pieces of stone, with methods used for a millennia.
