Hotel pickup is not included, and exceptional high tide postpones or refunds the session. 4.64 from 586 reviews at €69 per person.
Best for: Choose the Prisons' Palace atelier at €69 per person: decorate and keep a mask, supplies included; high tide can postpone it. 4.64, 586 reviews. Glass & Mask Workshops comparison
Trade-off: High tide can postpone or refund the session.
In our comparison: #5 of 6 in Glass & Mask Workshops, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish, French, Italian.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Atelier in Prisons' PalaceThe page price | Visit the Prison's Palace for a mask decoration workshop with a local instructor. Make your own mask to take home. Starting point: Circolo Artistico - Palazzo Delle Prigioni, Riva degli Schiavoni, 4209, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy | €69 |
| Local Instructor Studio | Discover the secrets of Carnival masks and create your own. Meet Giorgio, the mask maker and discover the secrets of this art Starting point: San Marco 596 Venetian Masks, S. Marco, 598, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy | €79 |
Children from €57 (ages 0 to 11). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 532 of 586
Star breakdown of all 586 ratings
Reviewers enjoy painting masks and taking them home; some find the preset patterns leave too little creative freedom.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (3 July 2025 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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A Venetian mask making will explain you the ancient technique of decorating a Venetian papier-mâché mask providing information about the use of masks in Venice during past centuries. At the end of the course, you will keep the mask as a very special souvenir to bring back home.
1h · Admission includedIf you want to live a real experience in the heart of Venice that's the right choice!
A Venetian Mask Maker will explain to you, in 1 hour course, the traditional art of decorating a mask, an artistic personal event which will make you live the preparation for the Venetian Carnival.
Create your own unique masterpiece and following your artistic streak, a special memory of an amazing experience and keep your artistic creation of the most emblematic icon of Venice!
An unconventional and handcrafted moment to live with your family or friends!
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #5 of 6 | €69 | 1h 15m | 4.64 (586) | shared |
| Create Your Own Murano Glass: Beginner’s Glassblowing Class | €245 | 2h | 4.98 (258) | shared |
| Create your Glass Artwork: Private Lesson with Local Artisan in Venice | €79 | 1h 15m | 4.89 (348) | shared |
| Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing | €90 | 3h | 4.78 (1135) | private |
Ranked #5 of 6 in Glass & Mask Workshops by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €34 to €245, median €74; typical length 2h 30m. 1 of 6 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 6 Glass & Mask Workshops