Venice Boat Tours & Cruises
50 boat tours in Venice with the best guides costing from €9.5 🏆 More than 41017 reviews from real tourists, up-to-date schedule at october-november, 2025 year.
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4.8
1178 reviews
7-hour Guided Tour: Murano, Torcello including 2-hour Free Time in Burano
Discover islands of Burano, Murano and Torcello on a full-day excursion.
Group
to 7 hrs 30 min
Today at 10:45
Tomorrow at 10:45
from€30
from€28
per person
Top-rated
4.9
1185 reviews
5-hour Murano Glass & Burano Lace: Guided Island Tour
Embark on a guided boat ride through the islands of Venice. Visit the islands of Murano and Burano and witness a fascinating glass-blowing demonstration, lace making, and quaint streets.
Group
4 hrs 30 min
Today at 14:00
Wed, 29 Oct, 10:30
€35.10
per person
4.7
1144 reviews
Half Day 2 Islands Boat Tour: Murano & Burano
We take you across the lagoon with a sightseeing boat, listen your multilingual guide on board and visit the two islands of the Venetian Lagoon: Murano and Burano.
Group
to 4 hrs 30 min
Tomorrow at 10:00
Tomorrow at 14:30
from€25
per person
Unique Experience✨
4.8
918 reviews
6-hour Guided Vintage Boat Tour: Murano, Burano and Torcello
Enjoy a pleasant boat tour to the charming islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello: an excursion in the heart of Venice lagoon admiring their beauty and history.
Group
to 6 hrs
Today at 09:30
Today at 10:00
from€39.60
per person
4.7
1110 reviews
Venetian Lagoon: Murano and Burano 4-hour Adventure
Discover the most beautiful parts of the Venetian Lagoon by Gondola from the islands of Murano and Burano. Learn the history and culture of Venice and its islands along the way.
Group
to 4 hrs 30 min
Today at 10:00
Today at 10:30
from€30
per person
4.9
956 reviews
From Venice: Murano and Burano Private Tour with Transfer
Take a boat trip to Murano and Burano, the two most famous islands of Venice, and explore each place on private walking tours. Witness a glass-blower in action and see the colorful houses of Burano.
Private
to 10 persons
to 4 hrs
Today at 14:30
Today at 15:00
from€210
per person
🧵 Lace Museum
4.7
843 reviews
6-hour Murano & Burano Tour with Glass Factory and Lace Museum
Discover two of Venice’s most charming islands, with glass included and lace optional.
Group
to 6 hrs
Tomorrow at 10:30
Wed, 29 Oct, 10:30
from€30
per person
4.9
711 reviews
Private Tour: 4-hour Murano, Burano with Hotel Pickup
Explore the Venetian islands of Murano and Burano on a private 4-hour tour of the Venice Lagoon by typical motorboat.
Private
8 persons
4 hrs
Today at 09:30
Tomorrow at 09:30
€420
per trip
4.6
1310 reviews
6-hour Murano, Burano & Torcello Island Day Trip
Board a panoramic boat and discover the most famous islands of Venice. Stroll through Murano, Burano, and Torcello Islands and enjoy an authentic glassblowing demonstration in Murano on this day trip.
Small group
5 persons
6 hrs
Today at 11:00
Tomorrow at 11:00
€30
per person
4.9
809 reviews
1 - 4 hours Private Group Boat Rental with Driver
Visit the islands on board our comfortable motorboat. Personalized route.
Choose the best duration and starting point for you.
Private
to 6 persons
to 4 hrs
Today at 09:00
Today at 16:00
from€338
per group
4.7
948 reviews
From Venice: Murano and Burano Half-Day Island Tour by Boat
Set off from Venice and discover the islands of Murano and Burano on a small group day trip. Learn about traditional glassblowing and lacemaking and find out more about the history of the area.
Group
4 hrs
Tomorrow at 08:30
Tomorrow at 08:45
€49
per person
Likely to sell out
Discount 4%
4.8
1637 reviews
4.5 or 7 hour Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit
Exploring the colorful houses of Burano and learn about the tradition of glass-making in Murano.
Group
to 7 hrs 30 min
Today at 10:45
Today at 13:00
from€25
from€24
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Water Taxi from the Station to the City Center/Hotel
Travel in total comfort aboard a Private Water Taxi. Reach the center of Venice or your hotel, enjoying the beauty of the city as you cruise through its famous canals.
Private
6 persons
20 min
Today at 07:00
Today at 08:00
€235
per group
4.7
790 reviews
Guided Tour of Burano Island
Visit the island of Burano on the only tour that’s dedicated specifically to this fascinating place in the Venice lagoon. Soak up the traditional atmosphere of the island, as a local guide tells you about its history. See lace being made by hand.
Group
1 hr
Today at 09:00
Today at 10:00
€56
per person
4.5
263 reviews
The islands of Venice. Torcello Burano Murano
Discover Venice's lagoon islands on this guided vaporetto half-day tour. See Murano's famous glass factory, explore the fishing island of Burano, and visit the Lace Factory on Torcello.
Group
5 hrs
Today at 09:00
Today at 10:00
€35
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Half-day tour to the Gems of the Lagoon: Torcello, Burano, Murano Islands
Discover the communities and cultures of Venice's 3 islands. Learn about Murano's famous glass, explore Torcello, the first community in Venice, and visit the colorful fishing island of Burano.
Group
7 hrs
Today at 09:00
Today at 10:00
€50
per person
4.8
Guide rating
From Jesolo: Day Trip to Murano, Burano, and Torcello
Cross the lagoon from Punta Sabbioni with an expert guide to visit Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Enjoy time to explore, eat, and shop on these peaceful island getaways.
Group
7 hrs
€35
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Murano and Burano half-day trip from Punta Sabbioni Jesolo
Looking for a nice alternative to a beach day in Jesolo-Punta Sabbioni? Explore the charmest islands of the Venetian lagoon, Murano and Burano in the afternoon and bring home new memories.
Group
5 hrs
Today at 12:00
Tomorrow at 12:00
€30
per person
Bestseller
4.5
1140 reviews
1-hour Shared Boat Cruise: Discovering the Palazzos and Bridges of Venice
Enjoy a boat tour on the Grand Canal of Venice, where you will see the bustling Venetian waterfront and iconic historical landmarks like the luxurious Hotel Gritti, Ca' Pisani Moretta, and the ancient Rialto Bridge.
Small group
10 persons
1 hr
Today at 16:30
Today at 17:30
€45
per person
4.6
Guide rating
Venice Waterways Cruise on Electric Boat
Experience Venice from the water, and cover more ground than you could on foot or with a gondola, on this small-group and eco-friendly electric boat tour.
Small group
8 persons
1 hr 30 min
Today at 10:00
Today at 12:00
€100
per person
4.6
Guide rating
Venice by Private Boat: Hidden Canals & Lagoon Sights
Discover Venice from a unique perspective with a private boat tour through its enchanting canals. With an experienced pilot sharing authentic local stories, this tour offers an intimate experience for small groups, just 4 people on board or 6 for the private group and away from the crowds.
Private
to 4 persons
to 3 hrs
Today at 10:00
Today at 12:00
from€80
per person
4.6
2582 reviews
Venice: Venetian Lagoon Tour and Galleon Dinner
Enjoy a candlelit dinner cruise in the Venetian Lagoon.
Small group
to 6 persons
to 3 hrs
Today at 20:00
Tomorrow at 20:00
from€110
per person
4.7
Guide rating
Venice Airport (VCE) : 1-Way Transfer to Venice + water taxi
Book a private 1-way transfer from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Venice or viceversa with water taxi transportation included.
Private
to 30 persons
to 1 hr
Today at 07:00
Today at 08:00
from€270
per group
4.7
Guide rating
Transfer from the Venice Airport to Venice Hotels
Take advantage of a quick and easy private transfer between the Marco Polo Airport and your hotel in Venice. Travel via minivan and water taxi, or direct boat.
Private
to 6 persons
to 30 min
Today at 07:00
Today at 08:00
from€384
per group
4.8
Guide rating
Full Day 3 Islands Boat Tour: Murano, Burano & Torcello from San Marco
Departure from San Marco - Cornoldi. We take you across the lagoon with a sightseeing boat, listen your multilingual guide on board and visit the three most important Islands of the Venetian Lagoon: Murano, Burano and Torcello.
Group
6 hrs 30 min
Today at 11:00
Tomorrow at 11:00
€30
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Venice: Grand Canal Private 1-Hour Boat Trip
Indulge your senses on the ultimate Venice tour and journey up the Grand Canal. Sit back as you pass dreamy palaces and sail under romantic bridges. See the stunning Rialto Bridge, Ca d’Oro, Accademia and Giudecca canals.
Private
8 persons
1 hr
Today at 15:00
Tomorrow at 15:00
€375
per person
5.0
609 reviews
Waterbus and Mainland Bus Pass
Enjoy the convenience of traveling by land and by sea with a public transportation pass in the city of Venice. Venture to nearby destinations, including Lido, Murano, Burano, and Torcello Island.
Group
to 7 days, 6 nights
Today at 07:00
Today at 08:00
from€9.50
per person
4.6
967 reviews
Half Day Boat Trip to Murano and Burano Lagoon Islands
Discover the most beautiful parts of the Venetian Lagoon by Gondola from the islands of Murano and Burano. Learn the history and culture of Venice and its islands along the way.
Group
to 4 hrs 30 min
Today at 10:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
from€30
per person
How do excursions differ?
Private excursions
Private excursions - the guide will conduct an excursion only for you and your friends.
Group excursions
Group excursions - the guide forms a group. Other tourists will learn new things with you.
Small group
Small group – small group with possibility to maintain a comfortable distance between the participants.
Reviews
Charlotte
The gondolier was an incredible man, a real pleasure to have been able to enjoy Venice with him.
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
Darukpol
Tour guide is great the experience was amazing. What a beautiful city
Dennnise
It was nice to have a reservation and not have wait. Nice tour of the canals.
Aviva
Our guide was extremely informative and made it very interesting
Romeo D.
I had seen a gondola with a singer a few days earlier and was very impressed with the performance. Now I was lucky that exactly this singer sang on our gondola ride. Thank you, it was beautiful
Peter M.
My wife dreams to go to VENICE, Hop into a gondola ride. Was she WOW thank you, it was shorted than I expected the ride but all in all worth it again.
Maya J.
First of all Nicole was amazing, a true historian. She shared a lot of stories on our round trip to both islands. Muranos factory I was a little hesitant about but, it’s a labor of love that has been on going for centuries. If you can please go. Burano was absolutely beautiful even in the rain. The second leaning building don’t miss it.
Tracy
I loved the 15min commentary prior to the ride and wish that was longer. The boats seated 4 so we were with another couple. The Gondolier smiled when he saw us taking selfies that he was in the background on, so cute! Great value for the money
Anayah W.
The boat tour was interesting. The big minus point was that the toilet was locked (supposedly due to technical problems). However, the staff used them without any problems.
Sanchez
It's a great activity when you don't stay long in Venice. But as it is an activity that I really liked, if I come back, I will spend more time on each island because I find that an hour with everything there is to see. It goes way too fast.
Anna L.
I liked being able to get off the train and going right to the kiosk to get my tickets. There was a line for vaporetto tickets. It would have been cheaper to buy in person if I'd been willing to wait in line.
Magdalena
Our guide, Serena, was an awesome storyteller! All the facts she presented to us about Venice were extremely interesting, and I'm pretty sure I will remember many details thanks to her narrative devices ;) The trip itself was amazing as well. Murano was impressive (as the island of magical craftsmanship) and Burano was simply beautiful and breathtaking.
Andrea
Not sure what the lagoon city was about but think they just meant around the little canals. Well worth the money and saved us a lot of money than turning up on the day to book one with the gondola service :)
Paskal S.
a lot of free time in murano, little in burano, and a visit to torcello is unnecessary, where there is nothing to see. Anyway the tour was good
Porzia D.
Friendly guide, small group therefore full of questions asked outside the executives, the guide knew his visit well and made us discover places "outside the framework" only downside visit ordered in French but done in English because French guide not available...moderately appreciated by one of us who doesn't speak the language at all...
Douglas M.
We arrived too late, but were immediately allowed to take a seat in the gondola. The armadillo was very nice and they took another nice picture of us.
Giulia
Best night ever!!! I would come back to Venice just for this!!!
Ingrid
good the audio guide difficult without explanation beforehand
Proserpina V.
It was so well coordinated and informative!
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
Amelie W.
Boat trip along the Grand Canal in a small group of around 8 people! Very friendly guide, explains the essentials! It's worth it to get to know the city from another point of view!
Jeffrey C.
Romantic and timeless. Perfect for couples or solo travelers who want to soak up the atmosphere.
Charlotte
The gondolier was an incredible man, a real pleasure to have been able to enjoy Venice with him.
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
Darukpol
Tour guide is great the experience was amazing. What a beautiful city
Dennnise
It was nice to have a reservation and not have wait. Nice tour of the canals.
Aviva
Our guide was extremely informative and made it very interesting
Romeo D.
I had seen a gondola with a singer a few days earlier and was very impressed with the performance. Now I was lucky that exactly this singer sang on our gondola ride. Thank you, it was beautiful
Peter M.
My wife dreams to go to VENICE, Hop into a gondola ride. Was she WOW thank you, it was shorted than I expected the ride but all in all worth it again.
Maya J.
First of all Nicole was amazing, a true historian. She shared a lot of stories on our round trip to both islands. Muranos factory I was a little hesitant about but, it’s a labor of love that has been on going for centuries. If you can please go. Burano was absolutely beautiful even in the rain. The second leaning building don’t miss it.
Tracy
I loved the 15min commentary prior to the ride and wish that was longer. The boats seated 4 so we were with another couple. The Gondolier smiled when he saw us taking selfies that he was in the background on, so cute! Great value for the money
Anayah W.
The boat tour was interesting. The big minus point was that the toilet was locked (supposedly due to technical problems). However, the staff used them without any problems.
Sanchez
It's a great activity when you don't stay long in Venice. But as it is an activity that I really liked, if I come back, I will spend more time on each island because I find that an hour with everything there is to see. It goes way too fast.
Anna L.
I liked being able to get off the train and going right to the kiosk to get my tickets. There was a line for vaporetto tickets. It would have been cheaper to buy in person if I'd been willing to wait in line.
Magdalena
Our guide, Serena, was an awesome storyteller! All the facts she presented to us about Venice were extremely interesting, and I'm pretty sure I will remember many details thanks to her narrative devices ;) The trip itself was amazing as well. Murano was impressive (as the island of magical craftsmanship) and Burano was simply beautiful and breathtaking.
Andrea
Not sure what the lagoon city was about but think they just meant around the little canals. Well worth the money and saved us a lot of money than turning up on the day to book one with the gondola service :)
Paskal S.
a lot of free time in murano, little in burano, and a visit to torcello is unnecessary, where there is nothing to see. Anyway the tour was good
Porzia D.
Friendly guide, small group therefore full of questions asked outside the executives, the guide knew his visit well and made us discover places "outside the framework" only downside visit ordered in French but done in English because French guide not available...moderately appreciated by one of us who doesn't speak the language at all...
Douglas M.
We arrived too late, but were immediately allowed to take a seat in the gondola. The armadillo was very nice and they took another nice picture of us.
Giulia
Best night ever!!! I would come back to Venice just for this!!!
Ingrid
good the audio guide difficult without explanation beforehand
Proserpina V.
It was so well coordinated and informative!
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
Amelie W.
Boat trip along the Grand Canal in a small group of around 8 people! Very friendly guide, explains the essentials! It's worth it to get to know the city from another point of view!
Jeffrey C.
Romantic and timeless. Perfect for couples or solo travelers who want to soak up the atmosphere.
Charlotte
The gondolier was an incredible man, a real pleasure to have been able to enjoy Venice with him.
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
Darukpol
Tour guide is great the experience was amazing. What a beautiful city
Dennnise
It was nice to have a reservation and not have wait. Nice tour of the canals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best private boat tours in Venice?
The best private boat tours in Venice include a private gondola ride along the Grand Canal, a 3-hour private boat tour and walking tour of Murano Island, and a half-day lagoon trip to both Murano and Burano islands. These tours offer unique experiences and allow you to explore Venice's canals and nearby islands in a personalized and exclusive manner.
What is a Venetian Lagoon Tour and Galleon Dinner?
A Venetian Lagoon Tour and Galleon Dinner is a unique experience in Venice that combines a boat tour of the Venetian Lagoon with a dinner cruise on a historic galleon. This dinner cruise is an excellent way to experience the beauty of Venice from the water while enjoying a delicious meal. You will sail around the lagoon and see stunning views of the city, including St. Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace, while enjoying a gourmet dinner on board the galleon. It's an unforgettable experience that you won't want to miss during your visit to Venice.
What is a private excursion by motorboat to the islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello?
A private excursion by motorboat to the islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello is a popular tour in Venice that allows you to explore three of the city's most famous islands. The tour typically starts with a visit to Murano, which is famous for its glass-making tradition. Here, you'll have a chance to watch master glassblowers at work and visit shops selling beautiful glassware. Next, the tour will take you to Burano, a picturesque island known for its colorful houses and lace-making tradition. You'll have time to explore the island's charming streets and canals and perhaps even visit a lace-making workshop. Finally, the tour will take you to Torcello, the oldest of the three islands, which is home to a stunning Byzantine cathedral and other historic landmarks. A private excursion by motorboat allows you to see these islands at your own pace and enjoy a personalized experience with a knowledgeable guide.
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