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Carrara: Michelangelo Quarries and Carrara Art Studios Tour

By Studi D'Arte Carrara Srl
Free cancellation available
Price is £19 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover Michelangelo's Quarries and Carrara's Art Studios
  • Journey through historic quarries and workshops where marble comes to life.
  • From Michelangelo's quarries to art studios: marble becomes art.

Activity location

    • Carrara
    • Carrara, Toscana, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Via Piave, 32, 54033 Carrara MS, Italia | We are located inside the Barattini Marmi warehouse.
    • Carrara, Toscana, Italy

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Carrara: Michelangelo Quarry Tour and Carrara Art Studios

  • English
Price details
£21.45 x 1 Adult£21.45
Total
Price is £21.45

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of Michelangelo's Quarries with historical and technical explanations
  • Inclusions
    Tour of Carrara’s art studios to learn about marble working
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    Expert guide to share history, interesting facts, and information on quarrying and sculpting techniques
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    In-depth exploration of Michelangelo's works and their connection to Carrara marble
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    Exclusive access to artist studios where international sculptors work
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    Immersive experience exploring tradition and innovation in the art of sculpture
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    Panoramic view of the Apuan Alps and the stunning quarry landscape
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    Opportunity to observe artists at work in their workspaces
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    Opportunity to take breathtaking photos among quarries and art studios
  • Exclusions
    Transport to the meeting point (available upon request for an additional fee)
  • Exclusions
    Transport from the meeting point to the quarry (service temporarily unavailable)
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    Meals and drinks (not included, but available nearby and/or upon request with surcharge)
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    Souvenirs or artworks available for purchase at the art studios visited
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    Special equipment for professional photography or video filming
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    Hands-on sculpting experiences (can be added upon request)
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    Entrance to additional museums or exhibitions not included in the basic tour
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    Service charge for the guide or artists (optional but appreciated)

What you can expect

  • Michelangelo Quarries and Carrara Art Studios Tour
    Discover the beating heart of marble sculpture on a fascinating tour of the iconic Michelangelo Quarries and the art studios of Carrara. A unique experience that will take you to the place where the famous Renaissance master personally selected the marble for his timeless masterpieces, such as the Pietà and the David.

    What to expect from the tour:
    Visit to Michelangelo's Quarries – Lose yourself in the history of the famous quarries of the Polvaccio basin, where the finest blocks of marble were extracted and then shaped into timeless masterpieces. Learn about the ancient quarrying techniques and admire the breathtaking landscape of the Apuan Alps.

    Exploration of Carrara’s art studios – After the visit to the quarries, the tour continues to the art studios, where marble comes to life under the hands of internationally renowned sculptors. You will have the opportunity to observe the creative process up close, from the initial idea to the creation of extraordinary works, using both traditional and innovative techniques.

    Historical and cultural insights – An expert guide will lead you through centuries of history, sharing the storey of the indissoluble bond between Carrara, its master stonemasons, and the artists of every era who have found their inspiration in this material.

    Experience – Embark on an unforgettable journey through the past and the present, discovering an artistic tradition that continues to make Carrara a global benchmark for marble sculpture.

    Book now and let yourself be captivated by the magic of Carrara marble!
    ❌ Return transport from the meeting point to the quarry (service temporarily unavailable)

Location

Activity location

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    • Carrara
    • Carrara, Toscana, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Via Piave, 32, 54033 Carrara MS, Italia | We are located inside the Barattini Marmi warehouse.
    • Carrara, Toscana, Italy