Guided Tours

Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Boat Tour with Glass Blowing

Passengers boarding a ferry at the Venice port.

Couple walking past colorful houses in Burano, Italy.

Visitors watching a glassblowing demonstration at a Murano glass factory.

Glassblower shaping molten glass with a blowpipe in a workshop.

Duration

4 hrs 30 mins - 5 hrs 30 mins

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Guided tour

Transfers available

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

4.4/5(2,361)

Michele C

Group

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Today

Vale sicuramente la pena fare il tour,il modo migliore per ottimizzare i tempi e riuscire a vedere molte cose .unica pecca è che bisogna andare un po' troppo di fretta,ma sta' nella logistica degli spostamenti.

Chiara B

Couple

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Today

Tour molto bello e ben organizzato. Burano e Murano sono due isole bellissime, molto caratteristiche. Anche la soffiatura del vetro è stata una cosa molto interessante e affascinante.

Guido B

Group

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Yesterday

La possibilità di visitare in giornata le 3 isole principali della Lahguna di Venezia con un tour molto ben organizzato. Devo però fare una critica/suggerimento: il tempo di permanenza concesso su ciascuna delle 3 isole (50') è veramente ristretto e costringe a fare le cose di corsa, senza poter gustare appieno dell'atmosfera dei posti, sarebbe quindi auspicabile potere avere almeno 15'-20' in più di tempo su ciascuna isola.

Helena S

Couple

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2 weeks ago

Our Murano, Burano & Torcello tour became one of the most special memories from our first wedding anniversary trip to Venice. In Murano, we discovered a small glass shop near Fondamenta Andrea Navagero run by an older master craftsman with his own factory inside - the kind of place you remember forever. The shelves were filled with hundreds of tiny handmade glass animals and figures, each with so much character and detail that it felt more like stepping into someone’s lifelong passion than a tourist shop. Burano was absolutely magical with its colourful houses reflecting on the canals, while Torcello brought a completely different atmosphere - quiet, historic and full of the feeling of old Venice. The whole day reminded us that the best travel memories often come from meeting people who dedicate their lives to preserving beauty and tradition.

Sonja S

Family

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2 weeks ago

As soon as we arrived at the agency, they told us that our reservation didn’t match the time slot assigned to us. They rescheduled our tour for an hour later. We went straight to the boarding area anyway and, fortunately, managed to depart at the time originally scheduled in our online reservation. We didn’t understand what caused this change. The tour went well, but even though it seemed like plenty of time, we were always rushing to get back on schedule for the next departures. The staff was knowledgeable (the hostess on board spoke 5 languages) and the helmsmen were excellent. The glassblowing is a must-see. Sandro, with 50 years of experience, won us over immediately with his mastery of glassworking. Burano is wonderful.

Nadezhda P

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The tour is very well organized, and the price is great for visiting the three islands. I started from the train station. It’s very convenient. The guide on board provided interesting information about the islands and buildings we passed. They were right on time. I’d say allow a little more time to visit Murano and Burano. 50 minutes is too short. On Torcello, with 50 minutes, you could easily enjoy an aperitif or ice cream.

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)

TOTAL DURATION6 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Start point
St. Mark's Square
Get direction
10 min by boat
4.5 km
1. Murano Island
75 min
2 attractions
1 activity
Photo stop & Sightseeing
Highlights
Palazzo da Mula
Things to do
Murano Lighthouse
Glass blowing demonstration
Included in price
15 min by boat
6 km
2. Burano Island
75 min
2 attractions
Highlights
Church of Saint Martin Bishop
Colourful bricked house
5 min by boat
2 km
3. Torcello
75 min
2 attractions
Highlights
The Devil's Bridge
Torcello Cathedral
30 min by boat
10 km
End point
St. Mark's Square
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION6 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Start point
Santa Lucia Railway Station
Get direction
20 min by boat
3 km
1. Murano Island
75 min
2 attractions
1 activity
Photo stop & Sightseeing
Highlights
Palazzo da Mula
Things to do
Murano Lighthouse
Glass blowing demonstration
Included in price
15 min by boat
6 km
2. Burano Island
75 min
2 attractions
Highlights
Church of Saint Martin Bishop
Colourful bricked house
5 min by boat
2 km
3. Torcello
75 min
2 attractions
Highlights
The Devil's Bridge
Torcello Cathedral
30 min by boat
10 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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Guido B
Group
Verified booking
Yesterday
La possibilità di visitare in giornata le 3 isole principali della Lahguna di Venezia con un tour molto ben organizzato. Devo però fare una critica/suggerimento: il tempo di permanenza concesso su ciascuna delle 3 isole (50') è veramente ristretto e costringe a fare le cose di corsa, senza poter gustare appieno dell'atmosfera dei posti, sarebbe quindi auspicabile potere avere almeno 15'-20' in più di tempo su ciascuna isola.
Luciano Z
Family
Verified booking
Yesterday
tutto bene organizzato. troppo poco tempo viene concesso per ogni visita.in 50 minuti non si riesce a vedere niente e neanche a mangiare un panino
Gianluca R
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
I ragazzi che ci hanno accompagnati sono stati molto efficienti e disponibili, per non parlare dei posti visitati, una esperienza unica.
Lasha K
Solo
Verified booking
Yesterday
Very enjoyable tour. A few minor shortcomings, but nothing that significantly affected the experience. Overall, 9/10.
Andrea L
Family
Verified booking
Yesterday
Le descrizioni durante i viaggi. La puntualità.

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.