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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

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Overview

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English

5 hours

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Cruise the Venetian Lagoon by private water taxi and meet the artisans keeping Venice’s traditional crafts alive. You’ll see demonstrations of traditional glassblowing on the island of Murano, and traditional lacemaking on Burano. The tour includes discounts on souvenirs from both demonstration workshops. Both islands have plenty to see, and you’ll have ample time to explore.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please note that on Mondays, the typical lacemaking demonstration in Burano may not always be available. In such event, the tour still offers a captivating exploration of the island that showcases its unique charm and rich cultural heritage. We appreciate your understanding

The Municipality of Venice has introduced an Access Fee that applies on specific dates. To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend checking the official guidelines and completing the necessary registration through the provided link before your visit. (https://cda.ve.it/en/ Official Link for Registration)

Some sites visited lack shade and can be hot under direct sunlight. We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water in warm weather.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Glassmaking demonstration in Murano

Round-trip transportation by private boat just for your group

Lacemaking demonstration in Burano

Enjoy a personal experience with an expert local guide in groups of up to 22.

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Gratuities

What To Expect

1

Isola di Murano

The enchanting islands of Murano and Burano are the perfect change of pace from Venice’s crowded streets and waterways. And the perfect way to reach them is by private water taxi. Faster and sturdier than a gondola, nimbler and less crowded than a waterbus, water taxis are the premier way to travel in Venice. Few visitors get to experience them, but yours is included, along with an expert local guide who’ll explain Venice’s history as a titan of trade along the way. Your first port of call is a specially chosen glassblowing workshop on Murano. In the Middle Ages, only Murano’s artisans possessed the secrets of this craft, and sharing them was punishable by execution. You’ll get to witness modern glassblowers wield those once secret techniques, shaping delicate and dazzling works of art from molten glass. Then admire the workshop’s finest work in its gallery, and perhaps take home a piece of your own – with a tour discount. Or explore more of Murano, including its peaceful canals and stunning Byzantine church.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Included
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The locals of nearby Burano still maintain the island’s tradition of handmade lace, some of the finest anywhere in the world. You’ll get to observe lace being hand-stitched the way it has been for generations. Then visit the lace museum to see the island’s greatest work, or simply enjoy the photo opportunity provided by the colorful houses, brightly painted so sailors could see home as they returned from the sea. When you cross the lagoon back to Venice, you’ll have a renewed appreciation of the crafts that put the city on the map so long ago.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Murano & Burano- Italian Group

Murano & Burano- English Group

Murano & Burano - Private

Murano & Burano - Private

Reviews

4.64

7,057 reviews

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  • Delightful boat tour to...

    Dana M,

    Sep 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Delightful boat tour to these 2 islands to experience the art of glass blowing in Murano & the hand sewn lace by the sweet ladies in Burano ! Lovely tour!

  • Well organized tour

    Amy R,

    Sep 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The trip was well organized and was a nice split between Murano and Burano. We enjoyed the information Mano provided with boat ride and she was easy to hear.

  • Knowledgeable Guide

    Karen S,

    Sep 23, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Manu was a great guide. She told us a little bit about the history of Venice, Murano and Burano. Her knowledge of the venician Island and willingness to share it was fantastic. My only complaint was that we didn't have enough time in Murano to see anything other than the one glass factory that our guide took us to. Would have liked to explore the island a little bit more. The amount of time allocated to Burano was sufficient and enjoyable.

  • We had a lovely day trip...

    Carla S,

    Sep 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had a lovely day trip to the islands of Burano and Murano. Our guide, Elena, was excellent - friendly, helpful and informative. This was one of my favourite experiences while visiting Venice.

  • What a fun group tour! We...

    Jessica A,

    Sep 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    What a fun group tour! We had about 20 people with us. Anna was so nice, knowledgeable and full of fun and neat stories. This gives you a chance to see a very different side of Venice and is so unique. So glad we were able to see this!

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