Handmade Tuscan Ceramics Masterclass

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…

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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Richard
Jul 29, 2025
Brilliant experience with Matteo and his family - Matteo and his parents treated us to a tour of their factory talking us through each step, a fun session where we all (tried) to make a bowel and a look at all the lovely pieces in their shop. Family loved it and a genuine welcome throughout- 100% recommended
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Carola_n
Jul 20, 2025
Matteo and Salvatore are... - Matteo and Salvatore are two very friendly people and committed to the activities they offer. I found both the visit to the factory and the practical activity with the turning machine very interesting. Montelupo is a very nice place, a little gem of Tuscany. I recommend it!
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Scenic608469
Jul 16, 2025
Amazing Pottery Experience! - This was the best experience and definitely a highlight of my trip to Italy. Matteo was the best host ever. Just a short train ride from Florence. We toured their pottery factory which was an absolutely amazing watching people work, and seeing their process from start to finish. I even got a personal pottery lesson from Matteo's father, who is a master potter at the factory! I highly recommend this experience to anyone who has an interest in handmade pottery. Great people, great town, great experience overall!!! Thank you so much Matteo.
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Diana_s
Jul 6, 2025
Master ceramic class - This was one of the best experiences we had during our week while we were based in Florence. The host was gracious, informative, great sense of humor, excellent English. The master potter and his team were charming and amazing artists. We had a wonderful experience. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
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Marissa_s
Jul 2, 2025
Such a wonderful... - Such a wonderful experience! Matteo was so informative and enthusiastic during our tour. My mom and I also had a fun time making our bowls! I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is passionate and curious about Italian ceramics!
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Robert_p
Jun 29, 2025
AMAZING! We took the... - AMAZING! We took the train in from Florence, a short 20 minute ride, and had a morning session. It began with a phenomenal tour of the family’s pottery factory followed by a personal workshop back at the gallery. This was one of the most fun, and interesting excursions I’ve done with my partner. Matteo was so kind and funny, the perfect guide for this sort of tour. He even helped us order lunch at a local deli afterwards. His father, who gave us the class on making the pottery, was patient and helped us make something unique and memorable. Could not recommend more if you enjoy pottery and would like a little piece of Tuscany to take home with you!
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Julie_l
Jun 27, 2025
Must do! - We absolutely loved this tour. The family that runs this is soooo wonderful! If you have never made pottery, they are very helpful. It’s so interesting too to learn about how they make ceramics on a large scale. Thank you so much to this amazing family!
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Dave_b
Jun 24, 2025
Best ever and a must do for anyone. - This is the most authentic and interesting trips I have ever done. Marcello is such and enthusiastic and genuinely captivating in his guidance around this family pottery and to top it you are taught by his father a master Potter how to do it yourself...wonderful
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Victoria_g
Jun 10, 2025
Hands down the BEST... - Hands down the BEST experience that we’ve been on. It was amazing to see the production area, show room and then to make a piece of our own. Matteo and his family made us feel so welcome and special. It was such a memorable thing to do and I would go back again. We learned a lot and loved the whole experience.
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Mary_l
Jun 6, 2025
Best Experience in Montelupo - Absolutely the best experience! Thoroughly enjoyed the factory tour and hands on making a bowl on the wheel. Matteo was especially informative and personable. Loved every minute. A must do!
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From $111
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).