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Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Boat Tour with Glass Blowing

Passengers boarding ferry at Venice port for Murano, Burano, and Torcello islands tour.
Couple exploring colorful houses along a canal in Burano, Italy.
Murano glassblower shaping molten glass in a factory during a Venice island tour.
Murano glassblower shaping molten glass in Murano workshop.

Duration

4 hrs 30 mins

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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The magical islands of the Venetian Lagoon come alive on a speedboat tour. Fall in love with the enchanting 'floating city' of Venice.

    • Glide across Venice’s lagoon on a half-day island-hopping tour with round-trip transfers on a shared motorboat from St. Mark’s Square or the Railway Station.

    • Enjoy multilingual onboard assistance and lagoon commentary as you cruise between the islands, plus a live glassblowing demo by Murano’s famed artisans.

    • Witness master glassmakers at work in Murano, then explore its shops for handcrafted souvenirs and Venetian treasures.

    • Wander Burano’s technicolor streets, snap photos of leaning houses, and browse local boutiques for intricate lacework.

    • Visit Torcello’s serene canals, walk to the 7th-century cathedral, and take a seat on the legendary Attila’s Throne.

    • Visit to Murano, Burano, and Torcello islands

    • Round-trip motorboat transfer from St. Mark's Square or Venice Railway Station (as per option selected)

    • Glass-blowing demonstration at a Murano glass factory

    • Multilingual assistance on board (English, German, Spanish, French, Italian)

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

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    Guests from United States, United Kingdom, France and over 28 countries have loved this experience

    Zorana Bistrović

    Zorana

    May, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    Short time on every island. Toriccelo is totaly superflous. We werw constantly under pressure not to be late to board the boat due to the crowd.
    Jessica  Marangon

    Jessica

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    The islands are wonderful but we had very little time to visit them (50 minutes for each)
    Josef Gritsch

    Josef

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The whole trip was a great experience. We really enjoyed it
    Rosemary Adams

    Rosemary

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Easy way to get around to the islands. Would love more time on Burano
    Sonia Parodi

    Sonia

    May, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Well organized and timely tour. Quality commercial offerings included. Recommended.
  • A scenic, no-fuss day trip covering Murano, Burano, and Torcello—three of Venice’s most iconic islands, each with its own charm and cultural highlights.

    Getting started

    Begin your journey from either St. Mark’s Square or the Venice Santa Lucia railway station. Show your voucher at the meeting point and hop on board—no need for printed tickets or prior planning. A host will guide you onto the panoramic boat.

    What to expect

    Murano

    Famous for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition.

    • Visit a working glass factory and watch artisans craft delicate pieces in a live glassblowing demo.

    • Enjoy around 1 hour of free time to explore glass shops and pick up a souvenir.

    Burano

    Known for its lace-making heritage and colorful, photogenic homes.

    • Follow your guide to the town center, then enjoy 2 hours to explore on your own.

    • Grab a seafood lunch, sip a spritz, or relax with gelato along the canal.

    Torcello

    The oldest island in the lagoon and a peaceful contrast to the others.

    • Spend 1 hour discovering its quiet charm and visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, famous for its golden mosaics.

    Wrapping up

    • Return by boat to your original departure point in Venice in the early evening, with the lagoon glowing around you.
  • What to bring

    • Carry drinking water, especially on warmer days.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

    • Pets are welcome aboard, provided they are well-leashed. Please keep a muzzle on-hand.

    Additional information

    • It’s recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes.

    • Please arrive at least 15 minutes early.

    • Boats depart on time after each island stop. Listen carefully to onboard announcements and return promptly.

    • Photos are allowed during the glass-blowing demo, unless otherwise stated onsite.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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