Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat
Overview
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.
Inclusions
- Small groups of up to 20 people for a more personalized experience
- Round-trip transport by a private boat
- Professional guide
- Glassmaking demonstration in Murano
- Lacemaking demonstration in Burano
- Discount at the glass gallery and lacemaking shop where the demonstrations are given
- Entry/Admission - Burano
- Entry/Admission - Isola di Murano
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Isola di Murano, Isola Di Murano Piazzale Roma o Fondamenta Nuove, 30141 Murano Italy
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.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Burano, 30142 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
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.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Isola di Murano, Isola Di Murano Piazzale Roma o Fondamenta Nuove, 30141 Murano Italy
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.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Burano, 30142 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
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.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- 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
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- 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 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
TrailBlazer595060
October 2023
Our guide made this adventure superb. As we travelled, she pointed out sites of interest and related the history of the islands. Our visit to Murano included time to view their splendid showroom and enjoy the beauty of the Masters' creations. Delightful! Burano is a charming island, colorful & fr...
Our guide made this adventure superb. As we travelled, she pointed out sites of interest and related the history of the islands. Our visit to Murano included time to view their splendid showroom and enjoy the beauty of the Masters' creations. Delightful! Burano is a charming island, colorful & friendly. I would have liked even more time there - and our guide provided specifics for staying there and return on our own to Venice. Although we decided to stick with the tour, we did take her advice for using a water taxi to the airport. It was a great idea and I'll provide specifics about our Captain in a water taxi review. I highly recommend this addition to your trip to Venice. Burano lace making is a dying art, well worth seeing before it's gone.dranjan_d
October 2023
Excellent and perfect.... The lady who was a guide guided well for Viator plan.... Food was awesome..
Excellent and perfect.... The lady who was a guide guided well for Viator plan.... Food was awesome..Barbara_K
October 2023
We enjoyed our excursions to Murano and Burano. Our guide, Anna, was friendly, upbeat, and very knowledgeable. She was a wealth of information and was enthusiastic in her presentation. I would definitely recommend touring with Anna!
We enjoyed our excursions to Murano and Burano. Our guide, Anna, was friendly, upbeat, and very knowledgeable. She was a wealth of information and was enthusiastic in her presentation. I would definitely recommend touring with Anna!Maria_G
October 2023
Alexandria was an excellent tour guide. Her love of the areas we visited was evident. She explained so many things we saw and built enthusiasm for the entire trip. She answered all questions in detail and suggested places for a drink or snack. Burano is so beautiful!
Alexandria was an excellent tour guide. Her love of the areas we visited was evident. She explained so many things we saw and built enthusiasm for the entire trip. She answered all questions in detail and suggested places for a drink or snack. Burano is so beautiful!Robert_T
October 2023
It was fun to tour around the lagoon and see the two islands. We enjoyed our tours. There was plenty of free time on both islands.
It was fun to tour around the lagoon and see the two islands. We enjoyed our tours. There was plenty of free time on both islands.Alex_L
October 2023
A great tour and value for money. Burano was much nicer than expected and more of a destination than Murano. Our tour guide was first class, helpful and recommended Afro a relaxing day. Tour on Thursday 26 October
A great tour and value for money. Burano was much nicer than expected and more of a destination than Murano. Our tour guide was first class, helpful and recommended Afro a relaxing day. Tour on Thursday 26 October