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4.5 or 7 hour Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the picturesque islands of Murano and Burano, where you can enjoy a first-class sea cruise and relax on a scenic terrace as you take in the magnificent views.

What is included in activity

Boat transportation
Multilingual guide
Free time on Murano and Burano
Murano glass factory visit with a demonstration of glass processing
2 hours of free time in Venice (St. Mark’s Square)

What is not included

Food and drinks

Details

Set sail from Venice on a scenic boat tour to the enchanting islands of Murano and Burano. Departing from either San Marco or the Venice train station (depending on the tour), you'll cruise through the lagoon aboard a comfortable boat with panoramic views.

In Murano, watch a live glass-blowing demonstration and learn about the island’s centuries-old craft. You'll also have free time to explore the island's glass shops and quiet canals.

Next, head to Burano, known for its brightly colored houses and lace-making traditions. Stroll the charming streets, take photos, or relax at a café—there’s time to enjoy the island at your own pace.

Tour durations vary:

  • 4.5 hours: Visit both islands with a guided glass demo and free time.
  • 7 hours: Includes extended time on each island plus around 2 hours of free time in Venice—perfect for discovering St. Mark’s Square, browsing shops, or enjoying a spritz by the canal.
  • In the evening, return to your original departure point, full of memories from the lagoon's most beautiful islands.

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    Important Info

    • In case of poor weather the excursion will still take place.
    • As per Port Authority Order no. 143 of 2016 in special weather conditions (e.g. fog) or due to adverse weather conditions, the service may not be regular and we reserve the right to suspend scheduled services.
    • Check-in 15 minutes before departure.
    4 hours 30 minutes - 7 hours 30 minutes
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    English
    Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

    Meeting point

    Meet at Ferrovia Compartimentale (ex F30), 30121 Venezia VE, Italy

    Places you will see

    • The islands of Murano and Burano

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    Reviews by travellers

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    Tyson
    The trip was well led, the glass blowing demonstration was really neat, and both islands are beautiful. We had about an hour on Murano (including the glass-blowing demonstration) and an hour and a half on Burano. I would switch that to spend more time on Murano. Otherwise, the trip was a lot of fun!
    1 day ago
    Luka H.
    The host was really good and friendly. The ship was comfortable and the journey was great. Good value for money.
    4 days ago
    Harry
    The first stop was too short, after the glass demonstration and a little wonder by their shop you have almost no time to explore the place outside!! We did the half day because we couldn't book the full day anymore so this still a good alternative but of you have time go for a full day trip.
    6 days ago
    Mateo H.
    Tour guides were informative and spoke many languages! The tour itself is a little underwhelming as (while VERY beautiful) Burano is quite dull. The glass blowing demonstration was great and some gorgeous artwork. Still a very good experience for the price.
    7 days ago
    Lara W.
    During the trip, the guide tells you in 4 languages what you can see outside the boat and some facts about the islands. On top of the deck it was very cold so on the way back we sat down nice and warm. The time we had on Murano was less than an hour. More time would have been nicer. On Burano we had 70 minutes and this was perfect.
    7 days ago
    Elliot F.
    Boat on time and easy to find guide. View from boat to islands was beautiful and guide was very informative. The glass products (and demonstration) at Murano was mind blowing. Definitely buy there as it is cheaper than in Venice. Burano is also beautiful. Would have loved to spent more time there, but a wonderful trip to see the two islands.
    12 days ago
    Faye S.
    It is a 4-hour tour that allows you to visit Burano and a glass factory in Murano. If you have little time available it is ideal, but if you want to make a more detailed visit, another tour is better.
    13 days ago
    Arianna J.
    Very nice activity. Two pretty islands to visit. A little more time on Murano would be better.
    15 days ago
    Edwin T.
    The tour was ok, but we had no time to walk along the streets of Murano. The murano factory visit was interesting. We had one hour exactly to visit Burano, but honestly I would have preferred to stay there longer, because the island is great. I knew the trip would last 4,5 to 5 hours, but I did not know the journey at sea would take most of the time. However, it was a pleasant experience. The service of "Il doge di Venezia" was great. The guide was useful. I would visit these islands again.
    15 days ago
    Evan H.
    The demonstration at the glass factory in Murano is very interesting, but very short. It is necessary to control your time carefully during stops, especially if you need to eat something. The audio from the guide's microphone was very bad and I couldn't understand it very well. Overall, the trip is worth it.
    17 days ago
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