2 hours • Explore the hidden secrets and timeless techniques of fresco painting!
Experience ancient Rome’s artistry firsthand with a fresco painting workshop near Piazza Navona. Create your own vibrant masterpiece while learning the traditional techniques that shaped Roman art.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required — this is a seated, creative workshop ideal for all ages and physical abilities.
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History
Fresco painting flourished in ancient Rome, adorning villas and public buildings with vivid scenes, and techniques have been passed down through incalculable generations.
Conservation
This workshop uses non-toxic, traditional pigments and materials, supporting sustainable art practices in a historic urban setting.
Kids Tours of Rome - New
2 hours • Explore the hidden secrets and timeless techniques of fresco painting!
Kids Tours of Rome - New offers private, family-focused experiences in Rome and nearby Pompeii that combine child-friendly storytelling with expert local knowledge. The company organizes guided walking tours through Rome’s historic center and the Vatican, family-friendly visits to the Colosseum and Roman Forum, and private family excursions to the archaeological site of Pompeii with optional coastal drives or a hike up Mt. Vesuvius. Many guided walking tours are designed as 2.5-hour experiences to keep energy high and attention engaged.
In addition to guided tours, Kids Tours of Rome - New partners with professional artists to run hands-on workshops in ceramics, mosaic, painting, and fresco techniques. Workshop sessions teach practical skills such as shaping clay, designing mosaics, mixing pigments, and preparing a fresco surface, enabling families and children to create personal keepsakes.
Tours are led by private, fluent guides who emphasize interactive storytelling, age-appropriate explanations, and safe, accessible routes for families. Workshops are delivered by trained artists who provide materials and step-by-step instruction suitable for beginners and children. The combination of private guides and artist-led workshops aims to make cultural sites and historical subjects accessible, memorable, and enjoyable for families visiting Rome and Pompeii.
All descriptions reflect the trips and experiences offered and focus on child-friendly formats, private guiding, and hands-on creative sessions led by local professionals.
Tours Offered
8
Family-friendly tours and workshops
Family Focus
Private family tours
Designed for kids and adults
Typical Duration
2–2.5 hrs (many tours)
Short, engaging family outings
Hands-On Workshops
Ceramic, Mosaic, Painting, Fresco
Led by professional artists
Book a private tour or hands-on workshop to secure an engaging, kid-focused experience — check availability and confirm dates today.
Wear clothes you can get messy
Fresco painting involves pigments and plaster that can stain; dress accordingly to enjoy without worry.
Arrive early for check-in
Check in near Piazza Navona to ensure you have time to settle before the workshop begins.
Bring your creativity
No prior experience needed—just come ready to learn and experiment with colors and brushwork.
Ask questions
Leverage the small group size to engage with your instructor for tips on fresco techniques and history.
Comfortable clothes
Wear something you don’t mind getting stained from paint or plaster.
Camera or smartphone
Capture photos of your finished fresco and the historic surroundings.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your creative session.
Light jacket or shawl
Evenings in Rome can get cool; bring a layer if attending later in the year.
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