Glass Lampwork workshop and walking tour in Murano
Overview
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.
Inclusions
- Tour Leader & Nature and Interpretive Guide
- Visit of a glass artisan (glass lampwork or glass blowing)
- Visit of the showroom of the oldest glass factory in the world
What to expect
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 church.
Visit Murano, one of the most visited islands in the Venice lagoon, thanks to the reputation of its glass making industry. This tour will allow you to discover unique glass making factories, away from the most touristic spots; among them, the oldest glass factory in the world active since 1295, where you will see how tradition is combined with contemporary design and creativity.
Far from being stuck in the past, glass making still runs in the veins of the inhabitants of the island. You will be able to experience first-hand one of the oldest techniques - the lampwork - thanks to a workshop run by a local artist, who will guide you through the secrets of this work helping you make your own Venetian beed, keeping alive a 17th century artistic practice.
Finally, have a pleasant stroll around Murano, discovering some hidden gems like its churches and walking through off-the-beaten tracks.
Stop At:
• Palazzo Barovier&Toso, Fondamenta Daniele Manin 1/D, 30141 Venice Italy
• Chiesa di San Pietro Martire, Campiello Marco Michieli 3, 30141 Murano Italy
• Duomo di Murano Santi Maria e Donato, Campo San Donato 11, 30141 Murano Italy
• Palazzo da Mula, Fondamenta da Mula, 30141 Murano Italy
• Chiesa di Santa Maria degli Angeli, Fondamenta Sebastiano Venier, 30141 Murano Italy
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Fabulous few hours exploring the off-beaten paths of Murano from a local! Valerio was very helpful and knowledgeable and the small group made the whole tour even more memorable and personalised. Definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to explore the genuine Murano and support the local arti...
Fabulous few hours exploring the off-beaten paths of Murano from a local! Valerio was very helpful and knowledgeable and the small group made the whole tour even more memorable and personalised. Definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to explore the genuine Murano and support the local artists !Fantastic tour with Valerio! He was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Murano and glassblowing and showed us all the cool spots. He is also well connected within the community and introduced us to a local jewelry maker, Monica, as well as to Chiara who runs an incredible glass factory. ...
Fantastic tour with Valerio! He was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Murano and glassblowing and showed us all the cool spots. He is also well connected within the community and introduced us to a local jewelry maker, Monica, as well as to Chiara who runs an incredible glass factory. We watched her do a live demonstration and were even lucky enough to try it ourselves. Highly recommend!Ein wunderbarer Tag! Unbedingt zu empfehlen! Valerio hat sich prompt bei uns gemeldet, das Treffen hat unkompliziert geklappt. Die Zeit in Murano, abseits der ausgetretenen Pfade, war informativ, kurzweilig und ist in freundschaftlicher Atmosphäre wie im Flug vergangen. Die Glasperle, die unsere ...
Ein wunderbarer Tag! Unbedingt zu empfehlen! Valerio hat sich prompt bei uns gemeldet, das Treffen hat unkompliziert geklappt. Die Zeit in Murano, abseits der ausgetretenen Pfade, war informativ, kurzweilig und ist in freundschaftlicher Atmosphäre wie im Flug vergangen. Die Glasperle, die unsere Tochter in einer kleinen Werkstatt herstellen durfte, wird wie ein Erinnerungsschatz bei uns aufbewahrt.Very nice tour with Valerio! Very available, he propose us to discover 3 islands, their history, their specifity, real artisans, unusual places. Le rythme était parfait, alternance de marche et de pause, parfois avec un petit café. Valerio inclut parfaitement les enfants, leur posant des devine...
Very nice tour with Valerio! Very available, he propose us to discover 3 islands, their history, their specifity, real artisans, unusual places. Le rythme était parfait, alternance de marche et de pause, parfois avec un petit café. Valerio inclut parfaitement les enfants, leur posant des devinettes. Il s’adapte à nos souhaits avant et pendant la balade. Il nous a présenté une artiste qui a animé un atelier verrerie pour les enfants. Perfect!Valerio was very personable. We certainly enjoyed him. He was so knowledgeable and fun and knew the area and the people well. The tour was so much more than we expected. He is from the area and was able to give us a wonderful behind the scenes look at Murano.
Valerio was very personable. We certainly enjoyed him. He was so knowledgeable and fun and knew the area and the people well. The tour was so much more than we expected. He is from the area and was able to give us a wonderful behind the scenes look at Murano.Valerio was an amazing guide! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and gave us great advice for the rest of our adventures in Italy. Having a local guide really creates an experience of a local. So nice to have a private tour also! c’è like
Valerio was an amazing guide! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and gave us great advice for the rest of our adventures in Italy. Having a local guide really creates an experience of a local. So nice to have a private tour also! c’è like