Venetian Lagoon: Murano and Burano 4-hour Adventure

Embark in a speedboat to see and enjoy the journey, floating across the most beautiful areas of the Venetian Lagoon from the islands of Murano and Burano with its quaint petite vistas of an endemic style. Along the way you will learn more about Venice's history and traditional culture.

What is included in activity

Tour of the Venetian Lagoon
Boat transportation between the islands
Murano glass-blowing demonstration
Multilingual live guide on board

What is not included

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Ticket and visit to Torcello Cathedral (€5)
Tour guide

Details

Start your tour from Piazzale Roma or San Marco and head to Murano, renowned for its glass-blowing tradition. Watch a skilled artisan in action during a glass-blowing demonstration and get a close-up look at how Murano’s iconic glass is crafted. You'll have time to explore the island, learn about the craft, and enjoy the unique atmosphere.

Next, head to Burano, known for its colorful houses and lace-making history. Spend some time wandering the vibrant streets, snapping photos, and visiting the charming shops. With about an hour on the island, you can take in the leaning bell tower and Piazza Baldassarre Galuppi, among other sights.

The tour concludes with a return to your departure point, where you can continue exploring Venice at your own pace. It’s a perfect way to see two of the most beautiful islands in the Venetian Lagoon in just a few hours!

Important to know

  • There is a multilingual live commentary onboard the boat
  • Trips are available everyday of the week
  • You will have approximately 1 hour in Murano (including 20 minutes at the glass-blowing demonstration) and approximately 1 hour in Burano
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Online Booking

Departure: 4142 Castello, Venezia, VE 30122, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy
4 hours - 4 hours 30 minutes
English
Mobile ticket
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Meeting point

Meeting point: Meet in front of Caserma Cornoldi, near Saint Mark's Square. When in Saint Mark’s Square, walk along the bank of the Grand Canal (Riva degli Schiavoni). Caserma Cornoldi is down the fourth bridge. The activity provider's blue boat will be there. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time.

Places you will see

• Murano
• Burano: leaning bell tower, main square of Piazza Baldassarre Galuppi,
Piazza San Marco, Doge's Palace and Campanile.

Reviews by travellers

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Franchetto
Beautiful islands, the guide told us so many things on the way! Excellent
1 day ago
Claire
A pleasant activity that allows us to appreciate the islands of Murano and Burano in a short time.
10 days ago
Marie
Really well organised and Nicole’s commentary was great on the boat. The glass blowing demonstration was amazing and definitely recommend doing it. Lovely half day trip overall.
12 days ago
Renato
It was just beautiful and amazing!!! i recommend!
14 days ago
Tammy J.
The trip was absolutely worth it especially to visit 2 lovely interesting little islands. A big thankyou for the lovely Nicole for making the trip extra special with her interesting commentary and friendliness 😁😘
16 days ago
Jane J.
Very interesting trip, the Murano glass factory is practically an art museum. There are beautiful and unapproachable pieces. It's a shame about the short time available, only an hour, Burano is also enchanting. Explaining everything to 100 people in 4 languages is not easy, perhaps it should last an hour more. However, the final judgment is more than positive..
17 days ago
Julia C.
Confusion with which boat and where to queue on a very busy quayside. Boat should have departed at 10.30 but was late and didn’t leave till 10.50. Guide could not be heard over noisy engine. Not much to see in Murano other than glass factory and a few shops selling the same. Burano was stunning, picturesque coloured houses with some amazing shops, restaurants and bars
20 days ago
Katia
it's a very well run business. the crew onboard are extremely helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this company for your boat trip to Murano and Burano. grazie mille!
21 days ago
Miss J.
The trip was absolutely worth it especially to visit 2 lovely interesting little islands. A big thankyou for the lovely Nicole for making the trip extra special with her interesting commentary and friendliness
22 days ago
Catherine C.
Both Camilla and the captain were absolutely charming, the trip was just about the right duration. All great 👍🏼
about 1 month ago
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Starting point of the tour
Meeting point: Meet in front of Caserma Cornoldi, near Saint Mark's Square. When in Saint Mark’s Square, walk along the bank of the Grand Canal (Riva degli Schiavoni). Caserma Cornoldi is down the fourth bridge. The activity provider's blue boat will be there. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time.