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Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

1. Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

Discover some of the most famous islands of the Venetian Lagoon on this full-day boat tour. Travel with your guide through Venice Lagoon on a panoramic vessel and enjoy the islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Start your day of adventure by boarding a comfortable panoramic boat as you set off from St. Mark's. Learn about the islands from your host along the way. Take in the sights of this ancient city for around 30 minutes until you reach your first destination, Murano. Enjoy a glass-blowing demonstration with a glass master accompanied by a historical explanation of the craft. Stop by the souvenir store at the glass factory and enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on your purchases. Your scheduled time in Murano also includes free time to explore on your own. Leave Murano behind as you travel to the nearby island of Burano. Witness the quaint and colorful houses that dot the island and observe the lace makers at work. Become acquainted with their rare skill which is considered some of the finest worldwide. Stop for a bite to eat during your time in Burano and taste some of the local biscotti that are native to the island. Travel to your final stop, Torcello. Enjoy a 1-hour visit to the island and visit historical landmarks such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, Attila's Throne, the Devil's Bridge, and the Bell Tower. Finish your adventure with a 1-hour trip back to Venice taking in the breathtaking ambiance of the Venetian lagoon.

Venice: Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit

2. Venice: Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit

Set sail on a boat tour from Venice to the islands of Murano and Burano. Sail there on a comfortable vessel, enjoy some time exploring the islands at your leisure, and witness a glass-blowing demonstration on Murano. Depart from San Marco or the Venice Train Station (depending on the option selected) and head to Murano and Burano. Meet your crew and cruise across the lagoon, enjoying the views from a panoramic terrace along the way. Discover the art of glass-making in Murano and visit a glass factory. Learn more about the traditions and processes behind glass production. Then, admire the colorful houses of Burano and take a stroll through the picturesque streets. In the evening, return to your original meeting point.

Venice: Waterbus and Mainland Bus Pass

3. Venice: Waterbus and Mainland Bus Pass

With this transportation pass, bypass the ticket lines and ride on Venice's public transport services. Climb aboard the public ship, known as the vaporetto, and explore the city by waterway. The ticket is valid for nearby areas and for buses in Mestre and Marghera. Begin traveling around Venice with your pass by first pausing at a vaporetto stop. Once you've acquired your ticket, head out with one of the unique water buses to your destinations. Cruise around the city and take in the sights for an hour or up to a full week, depending on your ticket. Make the most out of your ticket by journeying to area destinations, including Venice's surrounding islands. Experience the magic of Lido, Murano, Burano, and Torcello Island with the handy ticket that has you covered at every step of the way. Zip over to Mestre and Marghera with a bus.

From Venice: Murano and Burano Half-Day Island Tour by Boat

4. From Venice: Murano and Burano Half-Day Island Tour by Boat

During your stay in Venice, take the opportunity to visit the nearby islands of Murano and Burano, famous for their traditional crafts. First, head to Burano, take a guided tour, and discover the art of lacemaking. On Murano, you'll also take a guided tour and witness a glassblowing demonstration. Avoiding the busy public ferries, depart from Venice and make your way to two of the most iconic islands in the area. Accompanied by your local guide, you'll discover the history and arts of Murano and Burano. Admire the mesmerizing colorful houses and learn about the time-honored tradition of lacemaking on Burano. Following this, you'll proceed to the picturesque Murano, where you'll learn about the Venetian craft of glassblowing that has been passed down through generations.

Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

5. Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

Spend some time on the most famous Venetian islands, known throughout the world for their picturesque scenery, craft traditions, and unique history. See a glass factory in Murano, visit a lace shop in Burano, and enjoy free time in Torcello. Depart from near Saint Mark’s Square or Santa Lucia Train Station, and take an enjoyable trip across Saint Mark’s Basin. On the boat, a live guide will illustrate the history of the lagoon and the three islands you will visit.  Your first stop will be the island of Murano, sometimes referred to as the “Island of the Glass.” Spend 30 minutes visiting one of its famous glass factories and see the glass being manufactured and blown.  Enjoy about 15 minutes of free time on Murano before heading to Torcello, the most ancient of the inhabited islands. Continue to Burano, admiring the natural environment and the minor islands spread all around you. Enjoy some free time in Burano, a typical fishing island with colorful contrasts and chocolate-box-painted houses. Look out, too, for much evidence of its renowned lace-making and embroidery industry, and try some of Burano’s notable homemade cakes. Please note that once on the ground, this is not a guided tour. The guide will escort you to the glass factory in Murano and the lace shop in Burano. Afterward, you will have time to explore each island on your own.

Venice: Murano, Burano, Torcello Island & Glass Factory Tour

6. Venice: Murano, Burano, Torcello Island & Glass Factory Tour

Sail across the emerald waters of the Venice lagoon on this full day trip to the islands of Burano, Murano and Torcello. Choose from an option with a shuttle transfer from S. Lucia Train Station to the departure point in San Marco or pick a tour option that meets in San Marco.  Hop aboard a comfortable water taxi in the morning and glide through the Lagoon of Venice. Admire views from the boat's panoramic terrace and listen to commentary from your guide.  Upon arrival at your first stop, Murano, find out why the island is renowned for its glassworks with a visit to a local glass factory. Watch a skilled artisan during a glass processing demonstration. Afterward, have approximately an hour on the island for shopping in one of the many glass shops. Next, head for Burano, which is known for its lacework and brightly colored houses. Follow your guide to the heart of the town and have 2 hours of free time to purchase a nice lunch, typical Venetian aperitifs, or get an ice cream at one of the many cafes.  Venture from Burano to Torcello, the first center of civilization in the estuary. Spend an hour of free time where you can go to see the Venetian-Byzantine mosaics at the Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta. Return to San Marco in the early evening. 

From Punta Sabbioni: Murano and Burano Islands Boat Tour

7. From Punta Sabbioni: Murano and Burano Islands Boat Tour

Enjoy a guided boat ride to the islands of Murano and Burano which are nestled in the emerald waters of the Northern Venetian Lagoon. Snap pictures of the islands from the boat. Go to a glass factory in Murano and have free time to soak up the cheerful atmosphere in Burano.  Depart from the village of Punta Sabbioni and watch it recede into the distance as you cruise to the first stop in Murano. Spend an hour here and visit a traditional glass factory to uncover the island's long tradition of glass-making and see why it is renown for this craft.  Sail on to Burano and enjoy 90 minutes of free time to explore. Capture pictures of the brightly-colored houses that line its charming waterways. Have the option to purchase a ticket to its lace work museum. Afterward, you will hop back on the boat for the return trip to Punta Sabbioni.

From Venice: Murano and Burano Private Tour with Transfer

8. From Venice: Murano and Burano Private Tour with Transfer

Meet with the guide and be transferred to the island of Murano by a private boat. Here you will see how a Master glass-blower works the glass and create unique masterpieces. Enjoy the exposition of masterpiece. Walking tour along the streets of Murano and see San Donato church (example of the Venetian-Byzantine style of the Lagoon). Transfer by private boat to Burano to see how Venetians are working the laces. Walking tour of the island to see the colorful houses and to learn about the famous biscuits Buranelli. Free time to enjoy the city or have an aperitive in one of the various bars. For the tour of 6 and 8 hours free time for having lunch in one of the marvelous restaurants

Punta Sabbioni: Murano, Burano & Torcello Guided Boat Tour

9. Punta Sabbioni: Murano, Burano & Torcello Guided Boat Tour

Set sail on the Venetian Lagoon from Punta Sabbioni to discover the rich culture of Venice on a guided boat tour. Enter a glass factory on the island of Murano and admire the brightly colored houses and lace of Burano before exploring Torcello. Make your way to pier number 5 in Punta Sabbioni to meet your friendly guide and group for the day. Climb on board your boat and wave goodbye to the shore as you drift into the Venetian Lagoon. Land on the island of Murano and watch a live demonstration of its famous glass production within a workshop. Spend some free time exploring and take the chance to snap some photos or snap up some glass souvenirs. Continue to Burano and follow your guide to the heart of the town with the most vibrant atmosphere. Admire the picturesque painted houses and have a coffee or a bite to eat in one of the many small restaurants and cafes on the island. Relax back on your boat and enjoy panoramic views of the lagoon before you arrive in Torcello. Step foot onto the historical island and view the Venetian-Byzantine mosaics within the Torcello Cathedral.

From Punta Sabbioni: Venice, Murano, and Burano Guided Tour

10. From Punta Sabbioni: Venice, Murano, and Burano Guided Tour

Enjoy a boat tour of Venice + two islands of Venice in one day. See a glass factory on the glass island, Murano, enjoy a glass blowing demonstration, and explore the colorful city of Burano. Depart from Punta Sabbioni at one of the departure times (9:15, 10:00, 10:30) and pass through the Venetian Lagoon to arrive to Venice San Marco (transfer takes 30 min approx), enjoy your free time to discover the city. At 13:00 you will depart to the most famous glass island in the world - Murano. Visit one of the glass factories to see a glass demonstration, which you can even help out with, then explore the island, take pictures, and shop in the many glass shops. Following this, it’s time for Burano, famous for its lace and brightly colored houses. The guide will take you to the heart of the town and leave you to enjoy an hour of free time exploring the many wonders of the colorful city. Take a seat and enjoy some typical Venetian Aperitivo or gelato in one of the many small restaurants and cafes on the island. Finally, depart from Burano back to Punta Sabbioni.

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based on 217 reviews

Had to queue for two hours outside and too crowded inside.

Sadly our general admission ticket was for a Sunday but this was the only opportunity to attend. I have always wanted to visit Versailles but the two hour queue up meandering up and down the pavement in the hot sun was very unpleasant and by the time we entered I had lost interest. Once inside the queues continued and people were squashed against each other, and with the very warm conditions made it even more unpleasant. Too crowded, too hot and not the 'wow' factor palace that I had read so much about. Some of the palace was not even accessible, even more disappointing. There were a few moments of enjoyment, but only a few. I appreciate that it's a very popular tourist attraction and it's the summer season for tourism but I won't return.

This tour was excellent from the very beginning. The meeting process was very effective. Boat ride was very comfortable and the demonstration in Murano was interesting and impressive. My favourite part was our time in Burano. It is such a beautiful island. Lovely shops where you can buy pizza, lace, ice cream and much more. Our guide, Isabel, made the tour especially enjoyable. She explained our route in fine detail, pointing to many sites along the way. She also mentioned that she does other private tours as well which I would have loved if I had more time in Venice. Isabel can be contacted by the following: +39 3480556679 or isa.olm@hotmail.it or isa.dm@hotmail.it

06/01/2023 Tour of the Murano, Burano and Torricelli islands On the DOGE, we paid only 25 euros each despite the day of public holidays. Good experience. We have seen how glass is made in Murano and what about Burano, a magnificent and magical island not to be missed. Very kind and very professional staff. If you don't have this experience you will miss a quarter of Venice

Great tour! Seeing more of Venice rather than just the usual - the glass making part seemed more like a one stop to make money in the gift shop but Murano was beautiful and Torcello was delightful, such stunning places filled with life and character

excellent tour guide. fantastic service. pick up points at each location fantastic. glass tour a must. good discount in store afterwards.