Roman Mosaic Workshop in Rome: Make Your Own Piece
You'll cut and set marble tiles the way Roman craftspeople did, and walk out with a finished mosaic.
A 2.5-hour mosaic-making class in Rome where you learn traditional Roman techniques, cut natural marble tiles, and create a small mosaic (approximately 7" x 5") to take home. The workshop runs in English or Italian, welcomes children from age 10 with an adult, and includes all tools, materials, water, tea or coffee, and a protective box for your finished piece.
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The experience
The workshop starts at 2:00 PM with an introduction to the history and techniques of Roman mosaics, then moves straight into the work. You'll learn the principles of texture, composition, and marble tile cutting in a real mosaic studio using professional tools: the same methods that built the ancient pieces still standing in Rome. The goal is to teach authentic craftsmanship, so what you make meets the standards of historical work.
Over the next couple of hours, you'll cut and arrange tiles to create your own mosaic, roughly 7 by 5 inches and weighing about 14 ounces. The studio provides high-quality natural marble in a range of colors, a frame to work in, and all the cutting and setting tools. You're not following a template. You're making decisions about color, pattern and composition as you go, which is what makes each piece unique. By the end of the session, your mosaic is finished and ready to travel home in a sturdy protective box.
The studio is wheelchair accessible, and all areas and surfaces accommodate mobility needs. Children from age 10 can participate with an adult present. Bottled water, coffee and tea are included, and the location has public transportation nearby.
What’s included
- Professional tools and a frame for your mosaic.
- high-quality natural marble in multiple colors.
- instruction in traditional Roman mosaic techniques.
- your finished mosaic piece (approximately 7" x 5").
- a protective box to transport and store your artwork.
- bottled water.
- coffee and/or tea.
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Operated by Studio Cassio - Arte del Mosaico
Is this one for you?Book this if you want a hands-on afternoon that teaches you a real craft instead of watching a demonstration. You'll leave with something you made, not something you watched someone else make. It works well for small groups or solo travelers, and for anyone from age 10 up who wants to spend an afternoon making rather than sightseeing.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Italian.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 17 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.
What exactly do I make in the Roman mosaic workshop?
You create a finished mosaic approximately 7 inches by 5 inches using natural marble tiles you cut yourself. It's a complete piece you take home in a protective box, not a kit or a partial project.
Do I need any experience with mosaics or art to join?
No. The workshop begins with an introduction to Roman mosaic history and techniques, then teaches you the key principles of texture, composition and marble tile cutting as you work. The instruction is built for beginners.
How long does the workshop actually take?
The session runs 2.5 hours, starting at 2:00 PM. That includes the introduction, the hands-on work, and finishing your piece.
What's included in the price?
The workshop includes all professional tools, high-quality natural marble, the frame, instruction, bottled water, coffee or tea, and a sturdy box to protect your finished mosaic when you leave.
Is the studio easy to reach by public transport?
Yes, public transportation options are available nearby. The location and its transportation access are wheelchair accessible.
Roman Mosaic Workshop in Rome: Make Your Own Piece
2h 30m · EN · IT
from € 89 per person
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