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The Secret of Stradivari in Cremona: visit the Violinmaker School

Location Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
$166.52
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Academia Cremonensis is a renowned School of Violinmaking and Bowmaking located in Cremona. Here, students master the art of crafting violins and bows while immersing themselves in the rich history of Stradivari.

  • 🎻 Guided tour led by a professional, English-speaking tour guide.
  • 📜 Learn about the intricate process of violin and bow making, including the types of wood used and the art of varnishing.
  • 🌳 Engage your senses by touching and smelling the wood, with the opportunity to take some wood chips as a keepsake.
  • 🏫 Visit the classroom where students are actively working, surrounded by the aroma of freshly cut wood and the tools of the trade.
  • 🌍 Meet students and teachers from around the world, possibly connecting with someone from your own country.
  • 🏛️ The school is housed in a beautiful historical palace, enhancing the overall experience with its stunning surroundings.
  • 📚 Gain a deeper appreciation for the "Violin World" and its artistry, enriching your future encounters with this craft.
  • 💼 Local taxes and all necessary fees are included in the tour price for a hassle-free experience.
  • 👕 Purchase an apron with the Academia logo, as well as souvenir items and T-shirts to remember your visit.
  • 🍼 Pram/stroller-friendly access makes this tour suitable for families with infants and small children.

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The Secret of Stradivari in Cremona: visit the Violinmaker School
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

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  • Local taxes
  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Apron with the logo of Academia (available to purchase)
  • Souvenir item and T-Shirt (available to purchase)

Meeting point
In front of the "Palazzo MINA" the hystorical building of the Academia Cremonensis
Return details
In front of the "Palazzo MINA" the hystorical building of the Academia Cremonensis

  • Academia Cremonensis
    The visit consists in an explanation of how it's made a Violin, and a Bow, the woods used, a lot of curiosity about Stradivari and the violin art, about making, varnishes and... prices of violins. You can touch and smell the wood, you can take some chips of wood... After you'll go upstairs into the school, in the classroom with students at work, with the smell of cutted wood, looking at the tools they use, and speaking with teachers and students, they come from all over the World, maybe you can meet someone from your country. The school is inside a beautyful historical palace that gives to all the visit the right landscape. After the visit, you'll understand better the "Violin World" and in the future you'll appreciate better this art.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • No health restrictions
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    The Secret of Stradivari in Cremona: visit the Violinmaker School

    Location Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
    $166.52
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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