Zagreb: Paint & Wine Night at Art Bottega Studio

Summary

Paint your own canvas in Zagreb while sipping local wine and laughing with new friends

You’ll grab a brush (and probably a glass) at Art Bottega in Zagreb for an easygoing night of painting with locals and travelers alike. No experience needed—just follow along as your host guides you through each step, sip unlimited Croatian wine, and laugh at your own creative attempts. You’ll leave with your own canvas and maybe even some new friends.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to be nervous about picking up a paintbrush, but there I was in Art Bottega, clutching my first glass of Croatian wine like it might help me draw a straight line. The studio’s tucked away on a side street in Zagreb—warm lights, the faint smell of paint (and maybe a little bit of old wood), and people already chatting like they’d known each other for ages. Our host, Petra, handed out aprons and grinned when she saw how tightly I was holding my glass. “Don’t worry,” she said, “the wine helps.” She wasn’t wrong.

The whole thing felt more like a party than any class I’ve ever been to. There was music—something jazzy but not too loud—and Petra walked us through each step without making it feel like school. At one point she tried to show me how to blend blue into the sunset and I just sort of nodded, but my canvas ended up looking more like a storm than anything else. My neighbor, Luka, laughed and said it looked “very dramatic.” Maybe he was being polite. But honestly? It didn’t matter. Everyone was messing up together and that made it fun.

By the second glass (okay, maybe third), I stopped worrying about what my painting looked like. The wine is local—fruity, not too heavy—and you can have as much as you want, which definitely loosens things up. Some people came with friends; others were solo travelers like me. By the end we were all comparing our masterpieces and swapping stories about where we’d been in Croatia so far. The best part is you get to take your painting home—a weirdly personal souvenir from Zagreb that still makes me smile when I see it propped up on my shelf back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Painting party with wine in Zagreb

• Arrive at Art Bottega studio
• Receive a glass of wine
• Follow hosts' painting guidance
• Sip wine while painting
• Create your own masterpiece
• Take artwork home as souvenir

Top questions

Do I need painting experience for this Zagreb paint & wine night?

No painting experience is needed; everyone is welcome regardless of skill level.

Is unlimited wine really included during the session?

Yes, you can sip as much local wine as you want throughout the evening.

Can I take my painting home after the event?

Yes, you keep your finished canvas as a souvenir from the night.

Are all art supplies provided at Art Bottega?

All materials—canvas, brushes, paints—are included in the price.

Is this activity suitable for solo travelers?

Yes, many guests come alone and meet new people during the event.

What’s the minimum age for drinking wine at this event?

You must be at least 18 years old to have alcoholic beverages here.

Are soft drinks available if I don’t drink alcohol?

Yes, soft drinks are available if you prefer not to drink wine.

Where is Art Bottega located in Zagreb?

The studio is centrally located in Zagreb with public transport nearby.

What’s included

Your evening includes unlimited pours of fine local Croatian wine (or soft drinks if you prefer), all art supplies such as canvases, brushes, and paints, plus friendly guidance from your host—all wrapped up in a relaxed studio atmosphere right in central Zagreb.