Guided Tours

Murano & Burano Islands Boat Tour with Glass Blowing

Name: Murano & Burano Islands Boat Tour with Glass Blowing
Start: 2026-09-16T10:30:00
End: 2026-09-16T14:30:00
Location: Venice

Set off from Venice by boat to discover Murano’s glassmaking tradition and explore Burano’s colourful streets.

4.5/5(194)

Vergine M

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

We decided to take the tour at the last minute and ended up with an English/Spanish group. Our guide was Beatrice, a truly wonderful young woman who explained everything to us in great detail! She also made sure to ask if we understood everything and, if not, she would have explained it again in Italian (but luckily we understood English). If you happen to have her as your guide, I can assure you she’s a sure bet! Thank you so much!!

Andrea V

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

I really enjoyed the glassblowing demonstration, and I have to say that the boat tour guide's explanations were very interesting and thorough.

Russell I

Group

Verified booking

Jun 2026

The mix of guide info with demonstrations blended with roam time were perfect. Where to meet could have been clearer. Being a 75 year old and not being very proficient on the internet made the logistics part a little stressful.

Vasil G

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

Our Guide Elizabeth was very nice. Audio equipment can be improved as it was difficult to hear through the device as the noise from the boat interfered a lot. I am sure something can be done about it. Otherwise the trip was nice and punctual. One more thing the link at the beginning shows a different place. A different square is marked on it.

Morten P

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

Det var et minne for livet. En fantastisk båttur med en hyggelig og bli guide. På Murano fikk vi se glass blåsing av utrolig dyktig mester og de utrolig tingene de lager. Selv øyen var også utrolig fin. Dere etter gikk turen til Bueno med di farge rike husene og en unik atmosfære. Turen kan anbefales på det sterkeste.

Paula G

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

The tour was great but you guys said the boat was leaving at 10:30 and instead it was leaving at 10:00. Thank god I got there early or I would have missed it

Enjoy a scenic boat ride with indoor/outdoor seating and onboard audio commentary sharing stories about Venice and its beautiful lagoons.

See both Murano and Burano in just half a day—ideal for tight schedules.

Watch a live glassblowing demo by a Murano artisan inside a traditional furnace.

Stroll past Burano’s colorful houses, browse handmade lace, and sample local treats.

Depart easily from either St. Mark’s Square or Venice Railway Station with round-trip transfers included.

Visit to Murano and Burano Islands

Round-trip boat transfers from St. Mark’s Square or Venice Railway Station (as per option selected)

Glass-blowing demonstration in Murano

Multilingual onboard assistance

Entry to museums or attractions not mentioned

Meals and personal expenses

Live tour guide

Hotel transfers

TOTAL DURATION4 hours - 4 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Start point
St. Mark's Square
Get direction
30 min by boat
3 km
1. Murano Island
1 hr
1 attraction
1 activity
Sightseeing & Free time to explore
Explore Murano, Venice’s famous glassmaking island, and watch skilled artisans demonstrate traditional glassblowing techniques in a historic workshop.
Highlights
Santi Maria e Donato Basilica
10 min
Things to do
Glass blowing demonstration
Included in price
10 min by boat
5 km
2. Burano Island
1 hr 15 min
2 attractions
Sightseeing & Free time to explore
45 min by boat
8.3 km
End point
St. Mark's Square
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION4 hours - 4 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Start point
Santa Lucia Railway Station
Get direction
10 min by boat
4.5 km
1. Murano Island
1 hr
1 attraction
1 activity
Sightseeing, Visit attraction & Free time to explore
Explore Murano, Venice’s famous glassmaking island, and watch skilled artisans demonstrate traditional glassblowing techniques in a historic workshop.
Highlights
Basilica of Santi Maria e Donato
10 min
Things to do
Glass blowing demonstration
Included in price
15 min by boat
6 km
2. Burano Island
1 hr 25 min
2 attractions
Sightseeing, Visit attraction & Free time to explore
30 min by boat
10.5 km
End point
Santa Lucia Railway Station
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Celeste F
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Well-organized. The guide explained the trip clearly in three languages. The tour is interesting and includes visits to the three islands, which are undoubtedly beautiful.
Petra K
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Gracela was a wonderful guide, full of information. The group sas small. Really recomend the tour!
Marzia B
Family
Verified booking
Last week
Everything was very well organized, with punctual departure and arrival times, great tours, and very friendly staff.
Favret C
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
The ease of booking and the confirmation of the location and time with the hotel! Bravo
Laura L
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The tour guide (Alessia) was amazing!!

A relaxed and efficient half-day cruise to Venice’s most iconic lagoon islands.

Getting started

Arrive at your selected departure point and show your voucher before boarding the boat. Choose your preferred departure from St. Mark’s Square or Venice Railway Station.

What to expect

Boat ride

Cruise through the Venetian Lagoon with onboard audio commentary available in multiple languages.

Murano

Watch a live glass-blowing demonstration at a traditional glass factory and explore the island at your own pace.

Burano

Stroll through colourful streets, browse lace shops, and enjoy free time to discover the island.

Wrapping up

Return by boat to your original departure point after exploring Murano and Burano.

What to bring

Booking details: Carry your booking voucher and valid ID for check-in.

Weather-ready clothing: Dress appropriately, as parts of the experience involve outdoor walking on the islands.

What's not allowed

Restricted items: Follow onboard rules and any restrictions communicated by the operator.

Accessibility

Mobility access: The boat and island walking routes may have limited accessibility due to boarding steps and uneven surfaces.

Additional information

Tour format: This experience includes onboard audio commentary and self-guided island exploration, not a dedicated live guide.

Glass-blowing demo: The glass factory visit may vary based on operational availability.

Departure timing: Arrive at the meeting point on time, as the boat departs according to schedule.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.