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 hr 30 min - 5 hr 30 min

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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.

4.4/5(2,262)

Luis M

Group

Verified booking

Last week

I read prior review when I book this trip and this was my experience. 1. One way trip in Venice is 9.50 Euros, this boat took me and my family to Murano, Butano and Torcello all the way back to Venice (average in boat 2.5 hours) just add up how much is around 40 euros if it was 9.5 (story short I pay 28 euros for this trip) I think is a far price to what you get. 2 we had no issues with the volume and translator at least out experience (she was amazing and know 5 languages). 3 Murano stay in land is very short ( probably extend a bit more? Even if you charge a bit more? The noise in the boat is okay but it's an open boat not sure how much noise people want to hear. Overall we had an amazing time! Thanks

Juan C

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The islands are really beautiful, especially Burano. There isn't enough time to see anything in Murano—just the glass exhibition. The boat ride from the station doesn't take the 20 minutes listed in the description; it's almost an hour because it stops at two places before St. Mark's Square and, on top of that, moves very slowly. And the information at the meeting point is incorrect... Just like the 11:30 a.m. departure time, because the company running the tour (Alilaguna) redirected us to the 12:00 p.m. tour, saying there was no tour at 11:30 a.m.

Pietro P

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We loved every part of the day. The three islands were so different, the glass making demonstration was excellent, Torcello was so peaceful and beautiful and Burano was just a visual treat. Great value for money, and interesting commentary as well. Would really recommend to all. I just wish I could have stayed longer everywhere we went!

Tănase R

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It was a very good experience, maybe the best we've had in Venice, Italy. I strongly recommend to spend a day going on this tour. We ate in Torcello right next to the Devil's Bridge so we could visit Burano the full 50 minutes. Murano was just interesting, did not stand out, though the glassblowing show was nice.

Brooke W

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Getting to see these three amazing islands was one of the highlights of my trip! The amazing glass blowing on Murano, the peaceful Torcello, and the vibrant Burano were all beautiful to see! It was the perfect length and packed in 5 hours of activities for such an affordable price!

Maria B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The tour is great, but the time allotted at each stop is short. If you stay for lunch in Burano, you won't have time to explore—it's one or the other. I don't recommend going to Torcello; there isn't much to see and you have very little time there. I suggest using that time in Burano instead.

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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What our guests say
Alessandro P
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The islands are, of course, famous and beautiful; the tour was interesting and well-organized, though we might have had a little too little time in Murano to explore it a bit more. It was a shame about the loud noise from the boat (which was terrible)—not only was it annoying while we were sailing, but it also drowned out the tour guide’s commentary, making it hard to follow. This definitely needs to be improved.
Tănase R
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
It was a very good experience, maybe the best we've had in Venice, Italy. I strongly recommend to spend a day going on this tour. We ate in Torcello right next to the Devil's Bridge so we could visit Burano the full 50 minutes. Murano was just interesting, did not stand out, though the glassblowing show was nice.
Maria B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The tour is great, but the time allotted at each stop is short. If you stay for lunch in Burano, you won't have time to explore—it's one or the other. I don't recommend going to Torcello; there isn't much to see and you have very little time there. I suggest using that time in Burano instead.
Pilet H
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The tour of Burano was wonderful. On the other hand, we didn't have enough time in Murano. After watching the glassblower at work, they make you stop by the shop... so there's not much time left to walk around Murano.
Emanuela B
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The island of Burano is wonderful, full of extraordinarily vivid and brilliant colors and unique spots. The bell tower in the historic center, which leans so far to one side, is truly distinctive.

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.