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Cremona Violin School: Stradivari Secret Visit
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Overview
The Secret of Stradivari in Cremona: Visit the Violinmaker School offers a peek into the heart of violin making. This walking tour takes people to the Cremona Violin Making School, where they can see how violins are made.
Visitors will explore the Violin Workshop and the Cremona Violin Making School. They'll learn about the history and art of creating these instruments. The tour includes a professional guide who knows all about violin making and local taxes and fees.
This experience does not include souvenirs or t-shirts, which are available to buy. Aprons with the school logo are also available for purchase. 
Highlights
See How Violins Are Made: Watch skilled people craft violins at the Cremona Violin Making School.
Learn Violin History: Discover the history of violin making in Cremona from a professional guide.
Visit a Real Workshop: Go inside a violin workshop and see the tools and techniques used.
Small Group Experience: Enjoy a more personal tour with a small group.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour, finding it informative and fascinating. They appreciated the chance to see violin making up close.
Visitors loved seeing the detailed work that goes into making violins.
People really enjoyed learning about the history of violin making in Cremona.
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and made the experience fun.
It was cool to see the school where people learn to make violins.
Some people wished they could have spent more time in the workshop.
A few visitors felt the tour was a little too short.
The Journey
Violin Workshop
Step into a traditional violin workshop in Cremona, where the secrets of crafting these exquisite instruments are unveiled. Engage your senses as you explore the carefully selected woods, learn about the legendary Stradivari, and discover the intricate process of violin making, from shaping the wood to applying the perfect varnish. This hands-on experience allows you to touch, smell, and even take away a piece of the raw materials, connecting you directly to the artisan's craft.
Cremona Violin Making School
Venture into the heart of violin education at the Cremona Violin Making School, housed within a beautiful historical palace. Observe students from around the world meticulously honing their skills in a classroom filled with the aroma of freshly cut wood. Interact with teachers and students, learn about their diverse backgrounds, and witness the dedication and passion that fuels their pursuit of this timeless art. The historical setting enhances the experience, offering a profound appreciation for the legacy of violin making.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes all taxes, fees, handling charges, a professional guide, and local taxes. Souvenir items and t-shirts are not included, but available for purchase. An apron with the logo of Academia is also available for purchase.
Hot Tip
Visitors suggest asking lots of questions! The guides are very knowledgeable and happy to share more about the process.
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