Guided Tours

Murano & Burano Islands Private Boat Tour with Glass Blowing

Name: Murano & Burano Islands Private Boat Tour with Glass Blowing
Start: 2025-10-10T14:00:00
End: 2025-10-10T18:00:00
Location: Venice

Colorful buildings along Burano canals with boats and tourists exploring.

Glass artist crafting intricate pieces in a showroom as visitors observe.

Glass artisan shaping molten glass in Murano workshop.

Tourist exploring glass art at Murano glass factory, colorful glass balloons and sculptures displayed.

Duration

4 hr 30 min - 5 hr

Free cancellation

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

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Take a boat tour to the the charming islands of the Venetian Lagoon and take a peek into the ancient crafts of glass-making and lace-making.

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Neraida

Apr 2025

Verified booking

4/5

The best thing was the guide. There was punctuality, the boat was very good although it is divided into two parts and one of them has a strong smell of fuel. In Murano you dock at the dock of a glass factory where they give you explanations about the manufacturing and then you have very little time to get to know Murano. Murano I didn't like but I did want to buy little things but there was very little time. Burano was nicer and I liked that the guide did not force us to visit the lace factory where most of the group went.

Alexandra

Apr 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Franky the guide was excellent and we learned a substantial amount about the. Lagoon Glassblowing demo was interesting but could have been longer. Cost of pieces for sale were well beyond our pocket but beautiful. Burano was lovely.The tour time was about right.

Rachel

Apr 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Julia was a very friendly and attentive guide. She gave us all the information about the route and the tour. The demonstration of the Murano factory left something to be desired, it was very simple and extremely quick. I've seen much more interesting ones on TV.

Cruise across the Venetian Lagoon on a small-group guided speedboat tour with round-trip transfers and immersive artisan experiences.

Visit Murano’s working glass studio to witness master artisans shape molten glass into intricate forms using centuries-old techniques.

Stroll through Burano’s rainbow-colored streets and watch skilled craftswomen demonstrate traditional lacemaking passed down for generations.

Your expert guide shares stories, island history, and explains artisan techniques, making each stop more meaningful and engaging.

Fun fact: Murano’s glassblowers were once banned from leaving Venice—so valuable were their secrets that defection meant execution.

Round-trip transportation by private boat taxi

Visit to Murano and Burano

Expert guide

Small group size of 22 guests or less

Glassblowing and lacemaking demonstrations

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
Gabriela
Jul 2025
Verified booking
3/5
The visit to the glass factory was interesting but most of the time was allowed to visit the shop to buy things. The free time to explore the area was not enough
Afina
Jul 2025
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5/5
Rachel
Apr 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Julia was a very friendly and attentive guide. She gave us all the information about the route and the tour. The demonstration of the Murano factory left something to be desired, it was very simple and extremely quick. I've seen much more interesting ones on TV.
Alexandra
Apr 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Franky the guide was excellent and we learned a substantial amount about the. Lagoon Glassblowing demo was interesting but could have been longer. Cost of pieces for sale were well beyond our pocket but beautiful. Burano was lovely.The tour time was about right.
Neraida
Apr 2025
Verified booking
4/5
The best thing was the guide. There was punctuality, the boat was very good although it is divided into two parts and one of them has a strong smell of fuel. In Murano you dock at the dock of a glass factory where they give you explanations about the manufacturing and then you have very little time to get to know Murano. Murano I didn't like but I did want to buy little things but there was very little time. Burano was nicer and I liked that the guide did not force us to visit the lace factory where most of the group went.

Discover the centuries-old crafts of glassblowing and lacemaking on a half-day boat tour to Murano and Burano, with round-trip transfers from Venice.

Getting started

Meet your guide at your selected departure point—St. Mark’s Square. After a brief introduction, board a private or shared boat with your group and begin your journey across the Venetian Lagoon. No additional ticket validation is required beyond your booking confirmation. Note that the boat departs at 8:15am and 9:10am from June 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025.

What to expect

Murano Island

Famous for its glassmaking heritage, Murano was once the only place in Europe where artisans knew how to make mirrors. Visit a working glassblower’s studio for a live demonstration of this centuries-old craft, followed by time in a showroom filled with intricate glass art.

Burano Island

Burano is known for its vividly colored homes, originally painted so fishermen could spot them from sea. Visit a traditional lace-making building where local women demonstrate techniques passed down through generations. Enjoy time to explore Burano’s canals, sample local cookies, or shop for handmade lace.

Exploring with a guide

Your guide shares cultural and historical insights as you travel between islands, offering context to the artisan traditions and helping you make the most of your time.

Features

Live glassblowing demonstration in Murano

Handmade lace display in Burano

Colorful streets and canals of Burano

Artisan shops and local treats

Wrapping up

The tour ends back at your original departure point, giving you easy access to continue exploring Venice on your own.

What to bring

A camera for Burano’s bright backdrops and Murano’s live demos.

In summer, sunscreen and a hat are highly recommended for the boat rides.

Bring cash if you’d like to purchase handmade lace or Murano glass.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not allowed on this small-group boat tour.

Luggage or large backpacks are not permitted on the boat.

Accessibility

This tour is not wheelchair accessible due to steps and uneven terrain.

Boarding the boat may require a step down from the dock; assistance is limited.

Additional information

Tour operates rain or shine, but high tide may affect boat access.

Demonstrations take place in real workshops not open to the public otherwise.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.

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.