Paint in the Bardolino Wine Area: Art Class with Wine Tasting

Paint a landscape while sipping wine, not after the fact

A painting class in the Bardolino Wine area near Lazise where you create artwork on canvas while an artist guides you through the lesson, paired with tastings of local wines, cheeses and cold cuts. The session runs about two and a half hours in the vineyard itself, with all painting materials provided. No prior art experience is required. Morning and afternoon departures are available, and the class runs in English or Italian.

The experience

You arrive at a winery in the heart of the Bardolino Wine area and set up at an easel in the vineyard itself. An artist teacher walks you through a painting lesson focused on places and landscapes of Garda (either a subject they suggest or something you copy from life), while you work with brushes, paints and palettes they supply. There's no skill requirement. The point is to paint, not to perform. As you work, water and wines arrive at your easel, and after about an hour you break to taste Garda wines alongside bread, quality cold cuts and local cheeses.

The class suits groups of friends, hen parties, team-building gatherings or anyone who wants to step away from routine without signing up for a formal art course. Instruction is available in English or Italian. Russian and German are available with an interpreter for an extra cost. If weather turns, the session moves indoors. The minimum age is 18, and the experience is wheelchair accessible throughout the vineyard and tasting areas.

What’s included

• All painting materials (brushes, paints, palettes, easels).
• instruction from an artist teacher in English or Italian.
• tasting of Garda wines.
• tasting of quality cold cuts, cheeses and bread.
• water, fruit juices and soft drinks throughout the session.

Options for this experience

2 options

AfternoonGuide in English or Italian · Available from 4 Jun 2027Session in the afternoon

MorningGuide in English or Italian · 10:00Session in the morning

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesWednesdayDeparts at 10:00Last departure this season: 30 Oct

Book up to6h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by CittàDiLazise.it

Is this one for you?Book the morning departure if you want the vineyard light and a full afternoon free afterward. Choose the afternoon slot if you prefer a later start and don't mind ending as the day cools. Either way, the two-and-a-half-hour format keeps the experience focused: long enough to finish a painting and taste properly, short enough to fit around the rest of your Lake Garda itinerary.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

Do I need to know how to paint to join this class?

No prior experience is necessary. The artist teacher guides you step by step through the lesson, and the focus is on creativity and enjoyment rather than technical skill. All materials (brushes, paints, palettes, easels) are provided.

What wines and food will I taste during the session?

You'll taste Garda wines paired with bread, quality cold cuts and local cheeses. Water, fruit juices and soft drinks are also available throughout the painting session.

Can I book this for a group event like a hen party or team building?

Yes, the class works well for groups and custom pricing is available. Contact the operator directly to arrange a session tailored to your group size and occasion.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The painting session moves indoors if weather becomes an issue, so the class runs rain or shine.

Is this experience accessible for people with mobility concerns?

Yes, all areas and surfaces in the vineyard and tasting spaces are wheelchair accessible, and the experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels.