A new life for Stradivari’s house

Nestled in the heart of Cremona, a city world-renowned for its master violin makers, lies Casa Stradivari, the ancient home of Antonio Stradivari, the most famous violin maker in history. It is here that Antonio Stradivari crafted numerous musical instruments, masterpieces of refined craftsmanship and superb acoustics.

Since 1667, when Stradivari married Francesca Ferraboschi and moved into this house, it has been at the center of Cremona's violin making tradition, a testament to an invaluable cultural legacy. The art of Cremonese violin making has been recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, underscoring the global significance of this craft and Casa Stradivari's contribution to it.

As well as its role as a popular attraction, Casa Stradivari also hosts a violin making masterclass, music masterclasses and an artistic residency and represents a cultural crossroad for the community.
To find out more about Casa Stradivari, please get in touch or visit us in person. We look forward to welcoming you.

For a better experience for tourists, visits inside the House of Stradivari are organized only by reservation in groups of up to 10 people.

​Guided tour with Maestro Fabrizio von Arx
Cost: 150€ - 10 people max
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Guided tour of the House with the Maestro Fabrizio von Arx - which includes the explanation of the construction method together with the violinmakers of the Violinmaking Masterclass of Casa Stradivari and a short musical moment - lasts about an hour. Depending on the number of participants the individual price can vary from 15€ to 150€.

Standard guide​
Cost: 100€ - 10 people max
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The standard guided tour - which includes the tour of the house and the explanation of the construction of string instruments together with the luthiers of the Violinmaking Masterclass of Casa Stradivari - lasts about 30 minutes. Depending on the number of participants the individual price can vary from 10€ to 100€.

Closing day: Tuesday