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Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Premium Guided Experience

4.6(541 reviews)Venice, Italy
5h30DurationEnglish, Italian, French, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Explore the Venetian Lagoon on a vintage boat with a guided tour of Murano and Burano islands. The experience begins in Murano, known for its glass-making heritage. Here, you will observe artisans at work, transforming glass into intricate pieces. Next, the tour takes you to Burano, famous for its colorful houses and lace-making tradition. You will stroll along the canals and witness the artistry of local lace makers. This small-group experience allows for a more intimate setting, providing insights into the craftsmanship of both islands. The tour is suitable for travelers interested in culture and art. Note that this experience is conducted in a group setting and requires a moderate level of mobility for walking and boarding the boat.

Itinerary

1

Laguna di Venezia

A qualified tour guide will reveal some curiosities about the island and explain its interesting history while you enjoy the wonderful landscape sitting on a comfortable on a vintage wooden boat.

2

Isola di Murano

Murano: The Fire and the Flame The curtain rises on the island of glass, where ancient furnaces still whisper the secrets of centuries. Witness the dance of fire and sand as masters of glassblowing shape molten beauty into timeless forms. Here, tradition is not a memory—it’s alive, glowing, and fragile as crystal. You will have a unique opportunity to experience a glassblowing show firsthand, seated front row inside the furnace theater.

3

Burano

Burano: The Song of Color A new scene unfolds—bright, whimsical, and full of light. Burano welcomes you with a kaleidoscope of houses, each one a note in a vibrant melody. Lace makers weave stories with their fingers, and every corner seems to smile in color. This is not just an island, it’s a celebration of life and craftsmanship.

What's included / not included

Murano Island VisitGuided tour by qualified and experienced tour guideVisit to a Murano Furnace with a live glass demonstrationLace-making demonstration in BuranoTorcello Island Visit (if option is selected)Burano Island Visit
Hotel pick up

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time, upon arrival at the redemption location you should present your printed voucher to the representative, once verified you obtain the ticket and can join the tour.
  • The tour will not take place in case of exceptionally bad weather, boats are completely covered, the tour operates regularly in case of rain (in these cases it can be postponed the days after).

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