Tour Murano

Explore three famous islands in the Venice Lagoon–Murano, Torcello and Burano–on a half-day sightseeing excursion by motorboat. You'll stop at a blown glass factory on Murano, visit Venice's first cathedral on the peaceful island of Torcello, and shop for handcrafted lace on Burano. This morning or afternoon tour is an excellent introduction to the magical islands surrounding the medieval city of Venice and its enclosed bay in the Adriatic Sea. Deaprtures every day from San Marco Giardinetti or Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station (departure time is set 30 minutes before the indicated departure time)

Amazing Venice islands boat tour to Murano and Burano Join to a guided excursion to discover the two islands of Venice lagoon with its history and natural beauties. The first stop is Murano, worldwide celebrated for the glass-making art. You’ll enter in authentic glass furnace to enjoy a demonstration by a local glass artisan that creates a glass artwork in front of your eyes! Then, you will see Burano island with multicolored houses and the delicious local cakes “bussolai”. Enjoy 1 hour free to visit the picturesque island and have lunch. At the end you’ll come back to Piazza San Marco crossing the most charming part of the Northern lagoon.

THE MEETING POINT CHANGES ACCORDING TO THE BOOKED TIME Discover the islands of Burano, Murano and Torcello from Venice San Marco or the Railway Station on a full-day excursion. See the glassworks of Murano, explore the colorful Burano, discover the history of Torcello.Upon arrival at the first stop, Murano, discover why the island is renowned for its glassworks with a visit to a local glass factory. Watch a skilled craftsman during a demonstration of glass processing. Next, you’ll have about an hour on the island to shop at one of the many glass shops. Head to Burano, known for its lace and brightly colored houses. Follow the guide in the heart of the city and you will have 2 hours of free time to buy a good lunch, typical Venetian aperitifs or have an ice cream in one of the many bars. Venture to Torcello, the first center of civilization in the estuary. Spend an hour of free time where you can visit the Venetian-Byzantine mosaics.

If you are interested in getting in touch with ancient traditions and knowing more about Venetian history and culture, this tour is the right one for you: a plenty-of-time excursion to let you visit the most famous Venice islands in a relaxed way with no rush. Get on board our panoramic vessel and reach Murano, known for its glass manufacturing industry. Enjoy the visit to a glass furnace to admire closely this ancient art. Get back on board to reach the picturesque Burano. This island, famous for the hand-made laces, will impress you for the fishermen's houses painted in bright colors. Possibility to have lunch (not included). Departure to Venice.

Visit the enchanting islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello by boat.  Our local guide will accompany you through the best and most-characteristic places of the Venetian Lagoon.  Watch master glassblowers at work at a glass factory in Murano.  Learn the history of the oldest inhabited island of Torcello.  See lace shops in Burano and photograph the most colorful island of Venice.  Get explanations about the history and culture of Venice and its islands along the way. 

The best experience to learn about the old arts of Venice lagoon islands: Murano and Burano. With a private boat from Venice, directly to the oldest original Murano Glass Factory, where a Master glassblower and his team are working daily, following the tradition of centuries ago. From Murano, crossing the lagoon, we’ll reach Burano island, famous for its lace work and the colourful atmosphere. Walking by picturesque houses, enjoying the typical “bussolai” (famous cookies of the island), feeling like a resident. Last but not least, an insightful guided visit into an historical hand-made lace workshop. Then back to Venice by private boat, for an outstanding view of the lagoon.

Get ready to discover the Murano island, witnessing artistry in action in its glass factories, experiencing the lampwork tradition by creating your own Venetian bead and visiting the Byzantine-style 12th century mosaics of its churches. You will have a personal glass lampwork workshop, in which you will create your own Venetian bead, keeping alive a 17th century artistic practice. We will visit the oldest glass factory in the world active since 1295 and see how tradition is combined with contemporary design and creativity. We will stroll around Murano, discovering some hidden gems like its churches and walking through off-the-beaten paths.

Set sail on a boat tour from Venice to the islands of Murano and Burano. Sail there on a comfortable ship, enjoy some time exploring the islands at your leisure, and watch a glass-blowing demonstration in Murano. Depart from San Marco or Venice train station (depending on the option selected) and head to Murano and Burano. Meet your crew and sail across the lagoon, enjoying the view from a viewing 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 glassmaking. Then, admire the colorful houses of Burano and take a stroll through the picturesque streets. In the evening, return to the original meeting point.

A cruise in the Lagoon is a suggestive as well as enjoyable experience, a new and different way to see Venice off the most beaten tracks by the mass tourism. Enjoy a unique experience which leads you to the historic, artistic and popular heart of the northern part of the Venetian Lagoon, comfortably seated in a motor-boat driven by an highly qualified crew and guided by a specialized Tour leader. The boat stops in Murano known throughout the world for its glass manufacturing industry, In Murano visit one glass factory to admire a fascinating glassblowing demonstration. If you choose the both islands visit, the second stop is on the picturesque island of Burano, famous for its lace and for its fishermen's houses painted in bright colors. Enjoy the panoramic boat and take marvelous pictures of Venice and its lagoon.

The Murano Glass Museum was founded in 1861 when the darkest period in the history of Murano glassmaking had been overcome, following the fall of the Republic of San Marco ( 1797) and the subsequent years of foreign rule. The Murano Glass Museum collection is laid out chronologically on the first floor of the museum. Starting from an archaeological section on the ground floor, which contains noteworthy Roman works dating from the 1st to the 3rd century A.D., it follows to the largest historical collection of Murano glass in the world, with pieces dating from the 15th to the 20th century, many of them world-famous masterpieces.

Do you want to learn about the inner workings of a real Murano workshop? Are you tired of the endless tourist traps around Venice and Murano? Look no more! With this experience, I want to show you what a real glass factory looks and feels like, understand the production process of glass from sand to a bespoke piece, and watch real Murano Glass Masters while they blow glass (explanation in English). What you will experience: First, in the Batch Room the place where it all starts: Here, sand and other chemicals are mixed to perfection to obtain glass that will melt once charged into a 1400°C furnace. Next, in the Hotshop where the magic happens: You will learn about the glass melting process, from chemical mix to molten glass, how the furnaces work, and an overview of all the tools we use. Last, in the Coldshop where the glass starts to shine! You will see all the machines used to carve, drill, cut, flatten, and polish glass.

Discover the island of Murano with an exclusive experience that combines a scenic water taxi ride and the magic of Murano's glassmaking tradition. Depart from Piazza San Marco and cross the serene Venetian lagoon, enjoying stunning views along the way. Explore a historic Murano glass factory and learn the secrets of this centuries-old craft. Watch expert artisans shape molten glass into beautiful artworks in a live blown-glass demonstration — a rare chance to see this ancient art up close. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and adventure. Reach Murano quickly and comfortably while immersing yourself in one of Venice’s most iconic traditions. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the beauty of the lagoon and the artistry of Murano glassmaking.

What does it mean being a Master Glassblower? The best Murano Glass experience, with the opportunity to meet a real Master Glassblower! Explore one of the oldest authentic Murano Glass factories, where the only exclusive "furnace" of the island was created. You will live the glass blowing art, with the chance to see a Master Glassblower and his team working following our millenary tradition. And then.. Maestro Fabio Fornasier will surprise you with a secret exhibition part of the project "Fantasy has no limit", usually not open to the public.

Explore the most famous Venetian islands, places with rich craft traditions, and fascinating history. Your journey begins with a departure near St. Mark’s Square or Santa Lucia Train Station. During the ride, a live guide will share stories about the history of the Venice Lagoon and the islands you’ll visit. First stop is Murano, called the “Island of Glass.” Here, you’ll spend 30 min touring a glass factory, where you’ll visit skilled artisans crafting and blowing glass into stunning works of art. Then, enjoy 15 minutes of free time to explore the island. Next, you’ll head to Torcello, the oldest inhabited island in the lagoon. As you cruise, take in the serene natural beauty. Your final stop is Burano, a fishing village famous for its colored houses and centuries old lace making tradition. The guide will accompany you to the glass factory in Murano and the lace shop in Burano, the rest of the tour is self-guided, explore each island at your own pace. Book your tour with us!

Glass demonstration and also production of artistic glass objects that you can admire and purchase in our exhibition rooms.

Explore the captivating beauty and rich history of Venice’s most iconic islands on a private motorboat tour. Discover Murano’s glassblowing artistry, Burano’s vibrant lace-making culture, and Torcello’s ancient Byzantine treasures in this unforgettable journey through the heart of the Venetian lagoon.

Set sail on a boat tour from Venice to the islands of Murano and Burano. Sail there on a comfortable ship, enjoy some time exploring the islands at your leisure, and watch a glass-blowing demonstration in Murano. Depart from San Marco or Venice train station (depending on the option selected) and head to Murano and Burano. Meet your crew and sail across the lagoon, enjoying the view from a viewing 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 glassmaking. Then, admire the colorful houses of Burano and take a stroll through the picturesque streets. In the evening, return to the original meeting point.

Discover the most famous islands of the Venetian Lagoon, each renowned for its picturesque beauty, artisan traditions, and unique history. Departing from near Piazza San Marco or Santa Lucia Station, enjoy a pleasant boat ride through the San Marco Basin, where a guide will share the rich history of the lagoon and the three islands you'll visit. Your first stop is Murano, the "island of glass," where you'll visit a glass factory and watch skilled artisans blow glass and create intricate works of art. After some free time in Murano, continue to Torcello, the oldest inhabited island, where you can explore its tranquil beauty. Next, head to Burano, a charming fishing island known for its vibrant houses and lace-making tradition. Take time to discover local lace and embroidery and enjoy some of the island’s famous homemade cakes. While the tour is guided to the glass factory and lace shop, you will have free time to explore the islands at your own pace.

Enjoy a private boat tour to Burano and Murano islands. On board of a luxurious motor-launch and accompanied by your English speaking guide, you will visit two among the most famous islands of the Venetian lagoon, Murano famous for its glass production and Burano, famous for its colorful houses and for being home to centuries old tradition of lace making. Pick up and drop off from Venice city center or from your centrally located hotel.

It is a unic way to discover Venice, on a perfect size boat (16 feet) that allow you to live the lagoon in a special way, differently from big touristy boats. Alessandro will guide you starting from the residential area of cannaregio to Murano, than we will sail to Burano and look at its colors, Torcello and its nature. It will be possible to visit a very good glass factory in Murano were you may assist to a glass blowing; on Burano we will stop for a free walk. On request It will be possibile to extend the tour and stop in Torcello at an amazing place with a beautiful garden to experience a good sea food. The experience has a recreational and playful connotation, in line with the philosophy of pleasure boats.