Private Tour
Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing
Overview
3 hours
Mobile ticket
A 3 hours guided visit to Murano: the worldwide famous island for the glassblowing's tradition!
You will enjoy the tour from an artistic, historical, and traditional point of view, admiring the artisans of this peculiar art at work!
Your guide will accompany you through the discovery of the techniques of this ancient art, in a tour which includes a demonstration by the real glass craftsmen! You can also choose to attend the optional visit of San Donato’s, the splendid Church of the Island.
You will enjoy also a walking tour of Murano islands to admire its picturesque square and the fascinating palaces.
A great experience where you will learn the manufacture and glassblowing art.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable shoes suggested
San Donato’s visit are available from Monday to Saturday (9am–12pm and 3:30pm–7pm) Sunday (3:30pm – 7pm).
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned, and the tour will leave with small groups.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Glass demostration
Guided Murano walking tour
Private tour guide
Guided Tour (3 hours) with commentary including watertaxi to Murano and back to Venice
Food or drinks
What To Expect
Isola di Murano
You can feel the warmth, the smells and the sounds of the furnace and you will see the clever hands of the artisan mold the glass in front of your eyes and then, like magic, it will be transformed into a unique object, thanks to the work of a millennial artisan culture that has been handed down from one generation to another. The glassblowing art is recognized in all the world as a synonym of beauty. This art of molding the glass in all these shapes, was one of the best safeguarded secrets in the Venetian Republic. After the glass-making demonstration you will enjoy a island walking tour: the guide will narrate secrets and myths of Murano. You'll visit also the wonderful Church of San Donato, a masterpiece of the Venetian architecture symbol of the island. Exclusive experience to learn this incredible artisan art of the venetian laggon.
Duomo di Murano Santi Maria e Donato
Admire a hidden jewel of Murano: the breathtaking Cathedral.
Options
Murano Glass Tour - French
Private Tour in French: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.
Murano Glass Tour - Spanish
Private Tour in Spanish: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.
Murano Glass Tour - English
Private Tour in English: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.
Murano & Burano Tour - English
Private Tour in English: Immerse yourself in the living tradition of Murano glass, then journey to Burano to enjoy its vibrant, colorful houses.
Reviews
961 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A beautiful afternoon
Mark H,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A beautiful tour. Not fast paced or crowded. We enjoyed the private water taxi across to the islands of Murano and Burano. As our tour was in the afternoon we watched the sunset over the water. Beautiful. Glass blowing. Lace making. Cookie baking. All artisan crafts. Each one different and unique. And each one in danger of disappearing. We were greeted with a lovely glass of cool drink to watch the demonstration. Our glass blower is a true genius who was singing and humming as he worked. The others with him moved together like a well choreographed dance. It was magical and beautiful to watch. The woman making lace in Burano was also beautiful to behold. Her fingers were working quickly and delicately to create the most beautiful craftsmanship I’ve ever seen. As we sampled the traditional cookies we enjoyed the soft buttery flavor. Not too sweet. Just right. Of course we purchased something and would’ve bought more if we’d had time. That was the only downside. As it is the end of the season. The sun is setting earlier and we’re the last tour of their day. Overall a beautiful way to spend our first afternoon in Venice.
It was a dreary day in November however it was made all the mor pleasant by the lovely boat trip out to the beautiful island sur
Isaac o,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Glass blowing in Murano and a close look at the picturesque houses in Burano where a real treat. lovely places to come to get away from some of the hustle and bustle of venice.
V pleasant visit to Murano and Burano
Audrey S,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very interesting visit to Murano and Burano. Loved watching the glass blowing in Murano. Burano was so pretty, enjoyed seeing the colourful houses, lace shopping and having a relaxed and delicious lunch. Our guide was really pleasant and helpful. A lovely day
Very nice!
soniabK8073PS,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice activity! We liked the boat ride and love the visit of Burano! A thousand colors per thousand houses! To do it is extraordinary. Our guide Giovanni was warm and made a lot of effort to speak in French. He is also a history buff who knew how to transport us to the Venice of yesteryear. Thank you very much!
Colorful experience!
Alejandro A,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is full of culture and colorful landscapes, the guides are warm. Attending the blown glass workshop is good, just wait to get to the village of Burano, as glass crafts are cheaper.
Very nice exit!
jonathanm442,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice outing with David, he knew how to tell us the history of Venice in a fun and friendly way An enthusiast! And in impeccable French
Unforgettable experience
80ValeP,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful experience, the tour of Murano and Burano was managed by guide Michela Bortoletto impeccably.
Perfect programme for a day outside Venice
Odyssey15898970630,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice program to introduce us to Burano and Murano. Our guide was very present, with lots of anecdotes and interesting information.
The 3 islands of Venice
U5776XLrobertom,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide Michela was very competent, engaging and interesting: she told us the story, anecdotes and gave relevant suggestions. The tour is compressed in time: 1 hour more could help you to better enjoy the places visited
Amusing timebeing
G8728YJmilenam,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went on a trip to islands Murano and Burano on October 31 which was a massive win situation. The weather was nice, Murano glass factory demonstration was very captivating and amusing, while on Burano there was Halloween celebration and a lot of delicious cookies. Our guide was wonderful and on the way to islands never stopped narrating and explaning important matters in good English. There was a lot of space in the boat inspite of solid amount of people. It was a very comfortable and interesting trip which left me completely content with my choice of destination. I totally recomend leaving a day on your trip to Venice to visit these islands.
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