Handmade Tuscan Ceramics Masterclass
5.0
147 Ratings
Montelupo Fiorentino

Immerse yourself in the ancient tradition of Tuscan pottery making with a master craftsman in Montelupo. Learn the secrets of ceramic making and experience the magic of transforming clay into beautiful majolica.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • La Galleria Montelupo Ceramics - The experience is made to show you what means living like a ceramist, in a countryside town outside Florence.

I will be happy to show you all the process in the factory and and then we will come back to the shop and you will make a piece by your hands!

What's Included
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Raw clay, working clothes and ceramic wheel
  • Shipment - the pieces you will make will be shipped to your house!
  • Small-group tour in factory
  • Double firing and glazing
What's Not Included
  • If you would like there is the possibility to buy some ceramic (even personalized) that we make, choosing from the models in the factory or the ready pieces in the shop. Being that the shipment is free, you will get them at a very special price!
Additional Information

Hello, I’m Matteo and I appreciate your presence here!
Our family has crafted Tuscan pottery for generations, and after receiving the Certificate of Excellence from Tripadvisor, we’ve chosen to share our insider knowledge with anyone desiring to uncover this ancient tradition and its intricacies.
In a comprehensive two to three-hour class, we’ll take a…

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Location
Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi, 74
Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi
We will meet in the shop, easily reachable by the Montelupo-Capraia train station in three minutes by walking (there is also a car parking there, if needed)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Marcia_h
Dec 11, 2024
Highlight of my trip - The highlight of my trip. The family owned business with a store full of beautiful ceramics, the factory tour showing each artist’s input into each creation, and lastly the hands on attempt to make a piece with gentle guidance from a master potter. A fun, enjoyable and rewarding time.
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Drew_b
Nov 29, 2024
A must do while in Tuscany! - Could not recommend this experience more!! Matteo was the perfect tour guide! From the start he was so kind and beyond helpful, giving us suggestions about what to do with our luggage since we were traveling out the day of our experience and suggestions of what to do in Montelupo. The experience was incredible. We got to see the whole process for making pottery which was so cool to see firsthand. Matteo explained every step of the process and answered all our curious questions with so much enthusiasm. After the tour of the factory, we got to try our hand at making something of our own. Matteo’s father, one of the best wheel workers in Montelupo, helped us make our bowls. And thankfully he did because otherwise they probably wouldn’t be usable LOL but they turned out beautifully and now, not only do we have a special memory, but also bowls we’ll use for years to come to remember our wonderful time in Montelupo with Matteo and his family. We were able to walk around their family shop and bought a couple of items. Because Matteo is already sending our bowls, he is just going add those items to our shipment so we could get some larger items that we wouldn’t have been able to otherwise. They even offered the option to create a custom piece. We saw a pattern in the factory that we loved but wanted it on a flower pot…. They’re going to make that for us!! We are so excited for our pieces to arrive and are so grateful for this wonderful experience!
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Leslie_d
Nov 10, 2024
Worth the time - Great family. Very informative experience. Would definitely recommend it. Truly works of art. Earned a lot about pottery making.
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Kristen_b
Nov 6, 2024
You Don’t Want To Miss This! - This was an absolutely fantastic experience that I highly recommend! Just look at all the amazing reviews and you will see why this is an event you should definitely book! Matteo and his family were so kind and welcoming and I learned so much about the true artistry and craftsmanship that goes into making ceramics. Matteo‘s father was extremely patient in helping me create my own pieces and it was really just the most wonderful experience from beginning to end. With Matteo’s expert guidance, I was also able to purchase some one of a kind, personalized gifts that will become family treasures.This is truly a family business (5th generation!) and you can feel the love that goes into all of their work. It’s also extremely easy to get to Montelupo - a very simple 20 minute trip on a direct train from Florence and then a four minute walk that takes you directly to the shop. Matteo also suggested a restaurant with the best gnocchi and I have to agree with his recommendation! The restaurant is about a five minute walk from the shop, so you can make a nice day of visiting the charming small town of Montelupo. There is also a ceramics museum in town. This excursion will go down as one of my most memorable experiences throughout my travels and I can’t wait for my pieces to arrive! I 100% recommend this activity for all ages and artistic abilities!
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Karen_q
Oct 29, 2024
Wonderful experience - One of my favorite experience in Italy! It was lovely to meet Matteo and his family. I definitely recommend!
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Catherine_c
Oct 28, 2024
SPECTACULAR! MUST DO! - BEST EXPERIENCE EVER! My husband and I decided to do this excursion and it is so worth it. WE HAD A BLAST! We were given a tour of the factory and got to meet everyone and learned about every stage of ceramic making. The family is so kind and extremely passionate about their work. The actual ceramic making was so fun and we cannot wait to get our bowls back and the bowl we bought from the gallery. I would definitely make it a point to do this!
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Pamelataylor
Oct 28, 2024
Montelupo PoMasywr Pottery Class - Matteo & his family were amazing! Matteo took us on a tour in their factory where we got to see the artists at work! Then, his father, who is a master potter, actually gave us instruction & helped us make our own bowl! We loved it so much, we bought 2 more gorgeous pieces before we left. It was such a wonderful experience!
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Barbara_g
Oct 25, 2024
Well worth the trip to Montelupo, a unique and wonderful experience. - It was great to meet the whole family and to be shown round by the very cheerful Matteo. The highlight of the experience was making a bowl, carefully instructed and assisted by Papa.
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Susan_i
Oct 19, 2024
My Favorite Souvenir - My favorite tour in all of Italy. I didn't just make pottery - I had an experience that I will always remember. It started with a tour of the factory and an expresso in this charming small town in Italy. This family has been creating pottery for generations and now they ship all over the world. I toured the studio, and watched in amazement how the production of this beautiful pottery is created. I was then able to produce my own piece of pottery that has become my favorite souvenir.
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Debra_i
Oct 15, 2024
Say yes! Best day away from the bustle - This is one of the best experiences ever! First, Mateo drove us (my son and I) through the charming village to tour the ceramics factory. Then, we returned to the clay studio for projects at the wheel. Even though I am a beginner, a beautiful bowl emerged from the clay, thanks to the master artist, Mateo’s father. Truly, one-of-a-kind experience! Highly, highly recommend. Spend extra time in this charming town, enjoying the food and culture.
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