What I Experience
A traditional Venetian craft which contributed to the fame of Venice

What I Defend/Support
A centuries old tradition and a local artisan keeping an ancient craft alive

See why you should book an authentic experience in Venice on Venezia Autentica Experience

OVERVIEW OF THE EXPERIENCE

Soon after Gutemberg’s movable type invention in 1450, the Republic of Venice became the world leader of the book industry. Of course, this created an opportunity for developing even further artisanal bookbinding, which soon became one of the main activities in the city.

This experience allows you to discover the traditional Venetian bookbinding technique, and create your first notebook using it!

Use ethical and high-quality Italian leather and renowned Fabriano Art Paper to craft your first entirely handmade notebook under the guidance of a skilled local bookbinder. Of course, the notebook you create is for you to keep… or to gift to someone special!

You can choose from Two sizes of books: A4 (Large) or A5 (Medium). The price of the experience varies according to your preferred book size.

For vegans and vegetarians, who might be interested in this experience but would rather not work with leather, paper can be used instead of the skin.

If you’re an artist, a designer, or a handicraft person, this is a must-try experience!

Please note that the cost of this private experience depends on both your favorite option and the number of people in your party

100% of the money you spend on Venezia Autentica Experience goes towards building a better future for the local community of Venice.

This is a private experience. Our host will be dedicated entirely to your party.

MORE ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE

	TYPE Private
	DURATION 3 h
	AVAILABLE ON Mon to Sun
	STARTING TIME(S) 10 AM, 3 PM
	MAX. PEOPLE 6
	LANGUAGE(S) It, Eng
	RECOMMENDED FOR Everybody

You can choose your favorite size of book. The price will adjust automatically

This experience is fun, sustainable and rewarding for both you and the local community.

Choose your prefered secured payment option at checkout: pay by credit card, Paypal, Google Pay, or Apple Pay or choose to split your payment in 3 at no added cost.

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INFORMATION ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE

Important Information

Meeting Point: Will be communicated to you via email, upon confirmation of booking.

Meeting Time: 5 minutes prior to experience booking time.

Inclusions

Master Artisan who will teach you and help you in the process
All materials (leather, paper, scissors, needles, etc…)
Your final creation, which is for you to keep

Exclusions

Gratuities (optional)

PAYMENT & ADDITIONAL INFO

Confirmation will be received within 24h of booking, subject to availability
Your card will be charged only after confirmation of the booking
In case of non-availability, alternative dates will be proposed to you
In case no alternative date can be agreed upon, your booking will be canceled and your card won’t be charged

CANCELLATION POLICY

If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled experience, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee. If you cancel within 48 hours of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee and no refund will be granted.

Why book with ‘Venezia Autentica Experience’?

We personally test all the activities on this website to guarantee you an outstanding and authentic experience in Venice and make sure that they comply with our values and purpose
All the experiences found on ‘Venezia Autentica Experience‘ involve Venetians, by birth or by choice, and are guaranteed to have a positive impact locally
Your money helps Venetians stay living in or coming back to Venice, doing what they love, as well as funds our programs and campaigns, aiming respectively at improving daily life in Venice and at making it easy for people to discover and support the authentic Venice

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Meet and Support Venetians while Feeling Like a Local in Venice!

Learn the ancient art of handmade bookbinding

Only Private Experiences

Designed for Positive Impact

An expense that matters

Learn the ancient art of handmade bookbinding

Only Private Experiences

Designed for Positive Impact

An expense that matters

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