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Florence Perfume Masterclass: Learn Historical Florentine Alchemy and Create a Personal Fragrance
4.7
257 Ratings
Firenze
Get acquainted with your experienced perfumer and gain insight into the methods and mysteries of the age-old Florentine alchemy practice. You will receive your instruction in a historic, ambiance-filled workspace, picking up all the tricks of the craft and getting the opportunity to create your very own custom-made perfume.
Get acquainted with your experienced perfumer and gain insight into the methods and mysteries of the age-old Florentine alchemy practice. You will receive your instruction in a historic, ambiance-filled workspace, picking up all the tricks of the craft and getting the opportunity to create your very own custom-made perfume.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Via Ghibellina, 190 - Join your expert fragrance creator at Antica Erboristeria San Simone for an immersive olfactory journey!\nThe workshop will be conducted in an enchanting, time-honored studio established in the 1700s. This venerable establishment has, over centuries, fused the scientific understanding of healthcare with the hands-on wisdom of…
- Via Ghibellina, 190 - Join your expert fragrance creator at Antica Erboristeria San Simone for an immersive olfactory journey!\nThe workshop will be conducted in an enchanting, time-honored studio established in the 1700s. This venerable establishment has, over centuries, fused the scientific understanding of healthcare with the hands-on wisdom of the curative powers of botanicals, blossoms, and fruits.\nYou’ll be transported to the enchanting era of the Florentine alchemists and herbalists, amidst an array of distinctive glass containers, vials, and exotic scents. Tracing the historic paths of Catherine de Medici and René le Florentine, your expert scent designer will lead you through the intricate process that culminates in the crafting of your bespoke scent.\nUpon conclusion of the workshop, you’ll be presented with a 30ml vial of your own tailor-made perfume. Every attendee will also be given a commemorative certificate to mark the occasion. Don’t miss out on this genuinely unique experience.
What's Included
- Craft your own personal fragrance from a selection of essences
- Learn about the history of perfumery in Florence
- Receive an official certificate of your creation
- Take home 30ml of your own bespoke perfume
- Enjoy a welcome tour of the ‘Antica Spezieria Erboristeria San Simone’ store and artisanal workshop
- Relax during a coffee break with complimentary beverages
- Craft your own personal fragrance from a selection of essences
- Learn about the history of perfumery in Florence
- Receive an official certificate of your creation
- Take home 30ml of your own bespoke perfume
- Enjoy a welcome tour of the ‘Antica Spezieria Erboristeria San Simone’ store and artisanal workshop
- Relax during a coffee break with complimentary beverages
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
- All participants who are over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 15 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
- All participants who are over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 15 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Location
Via Ghibellina, 190
Via Ghibellina
Via Ghibellina 190 RED - Antica Spezieria Erboristeria San Simone
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(257 Ratings)
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Adventure47001856562
Apr 2, 2026
Perfumery workshop - Beautiful experience, I personally gave it for a birthday and we were really happy.
Mrs. Debora accompanied us on a sensational olfactory journey.
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Bonnita_b
Mar 28, 2026
My favorite excursion ❤️ - This was such a neat experience - the history and then being able to make your own Unique fragrance! I love the scent and you can keep the formula to order more if you want later!
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Shannon_a
Mar 27, 2026
The women working in the... - The women working in the shop were so sweet and kind. Creating our own scents was a unique and relaxing way to spend some time together as a family.
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Simone_f
Feb 23, 2026
Enjoyed creating our unique scents. - I booked this workshop as my daughter loves perfume. We had a great time together smelling, experimenting and creating our own unique scents. Very much enjoyed the experience.
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Denise_h
Feb 22, 2026
If it smells good - do it! - Blending your own perfume in Florence — the sweetest kind of sensory adventure you never knew you needed.
Step into a historic Florentine atelier, swirl mysterious little glass vials like a glamorous scent scientist, and suddenly you’re not just visiting Italy… you’re bottling it. Citrus, jasmine, a whisper of leather, maybe a dash of “mysterious Renaissance muse” — one drop at a time, you create a fragrance that’s uniquely, fabulously you.
It’s hands-on, a little intoxicating (in the best way), and far more glamorous than it has any right to be. Warning: you may leave feeling 12% more sophisticated and 38% more dramatic.
Trust me — this is one smelly experience you absolutely don’t want to miss.
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Jenn_b
Jan 16, 2026
Create your own perfume! - This was a fun class. It was fun to do solo and it would be fun with a group as well. It’s a pretty straightforward class. You pick the fragrances you like. Based upon their expertise, they determine the number of drops of each of the fragrances you select. You have plenty of time to pick everything out and you leave with a bottle of the perfume you created and the recipe should you wish to order more in the future.
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Meg_j
Jan 3, 2026
Fun mother daughter activity - Fun unique experience. Made a custom perfume out of a pre selected 30 scents. I added Gardenia so it cost 10 euro more. They did not do a history of perfume in Florence as advertised but still fun.
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Mary_m
Jan 1, 2026
Scented fun😁 - Fun, educational, friendly, informative, three friends who laughed, advised and encouraged what scents to use.
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Katmcgam
Jan 1, 2026
Lots of fun! - Enjoyed this experience very much. Adults and children alike. It was interesting to learn how to properly put together a scent.
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John_y
Jan 4, 2026
Fun class steeped in history - Interesting class! Only drawback was the instruction in English was brief compared to the one given to the Italian speakers.
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