5-hour Murano Glass & Burano Lace: Guided Island Tour

Name: 5-hour Murano Glass & Burano Lace: Guided Island Tour
Start: 2025-04-14T10:30:00.000+03:00
End: 2025-04-14T14:30:00.000+03:00
Location: Venice

Begin your journey through the Venetian Lagoon in style, visiting the iconic islands of Murano and Burano. Witness traditional glassblowing and lace-making up close, and take in the beauty of these picture-perfect, historic islands.

Details

Embark on a captivating journey through the Venetian Lagoon with this immersive half-day tour to the picturesque islands of Murano and Burano. Departing from the iconic San Marco area, you'll board a comfortable boat and cruise across the shimmering waters toward Venice’s most beloved islands.

Your first stop is Murano, world-renowned for its centuries-old tradition of glassmaking. Step inside an authentic glass factory and witness a live glassblowing demonstration by skilled artisans who carry on this delicate craft. Then, stroll through Murano’s charming streets, browsing its artisanal shops and enjoying the relaxed island atmosphere.

Next, set sail for Burano, a vibrant island famous for its rainbow-colored houses and rich lace-making heritage. With your expert local guide, learn about the island’s fascinating history and discover how traditional lace-making techniques are still kept alive today. It's a photographer’s paradise and a cultural gem all in one.

This tour offers the perfect blend of art, history, and scenic beauty—an unforgettable way to experience the hidden treasures of Venice.

Important Info

• The tour is NOT private but is shared with other participants
• This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
• The boats are covered and the tour operates even in case of rain or snow
• The tour does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather or exceptionally high tide (in these cases it will be rescheduled for the following day or refunded)
• No penalty for cancellation within 24 hrs before the tour
• Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time

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What is included in activity

Comfortable boat from San Marco to the Islands and back

Professional tour guide (not included in bragozzo option)

Glass-blowing demonstration at Murano's Glass Factory

Lacemaking demonstration in Burano

Murano Island guided walking tour

Burano Island guided visit

What is not included

Hotel pickup

Food and drinks

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Group

4 hrs 30 min

Group size up to 21 persons

Mobile ticket

English

Meeting point

From St. Mark’s Square, face the Basilica and turn right towards the Doge’s Palace. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs to Riva degli Schiavoni (the waterfront promenade). Walk for 2 minutes, then turn left into Calle de le Rasse. The Venice Tours Office is at number 4536; look for the sign at the entrance.

What places you will see

• Glass factory
• Murano
• Burano

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Reviews by travellers

4.9 out of 5

1031 reviews

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Regina B.

We had a wonderful time visiting both islands! The guides were very knowledgeable, helpful, and responsible. Definitely recommend this tour.

9 days ago

Jean M.

Enjoyed all of it! Everyone was wonderful from the ladies at the meeting point to Claudia our guide. A fabulous trip

10 days ago

Donna R.

The guide was lovely, informative and entertaining. It would be nice to have time to explore Murano but it was a great experience. The boat was fun

11 days ago

Peggy E.

Boat ride pleasant Not enough time given at glass blowing in our opinion Lace making interesting again not enough time Note that it says tour is 4.5 hours That does not include the boat ride return so add another 35-40 to your day

11 days ago

Kristen R.

Our guide was fantastic! His knowledge and passion made the tour informative and fun.

12 days ago

Mary W.

Excellent trip around the canals with a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. The electric boat is very good too. Highly recommended.

22 days ago

Susan L.

Had an amazing tour! Our guide had so many little stories about the islands as we were driving out, highly recommended to anyone heading to Venice

24 days ago

Jennifer G.

All aspects of the trip were very good. The Virtual Reality experience at the beginning was great, the boat trip with the guide’s commentary was really interesting. Murano glass blowing was fascinating and we had time for a stroll to see part of the island. Burano was simply beautiful and there was plenty of time to explore and to sit down for some lunch. Overall an excellent experience with a great guide and good value for money. I would highly recommend it to anyone

27 days ago

Linda C.

Excellent, such a good day out. Luigi was fabulous, would highly recommend this trip.

30 days ago

Maureen M.

Loved the extra time in beautiful Burano. Feel like me and my partner got good experience seeing both islands.

about 1 month ago

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