Venice Murano and Burano Island Tour

Discover the timeless beauty of Venice’s enchanting lagoon islands on this small-group tour of Murano and Burano. Explore Murano’s glassblowing tradition with a live demonstration and learn the secrets behind its centuries-old craftsmanship. Travel to the colorful island of Burano, famous for its vibrant houses and intricate lace-making. With round-trip transport and expert commentary, this tour offers a perfect blend of Venetian culture, history, and artistry.

Meeting Point

Monument to Victor Emmanuel II

Riva degli Schiavoni, 30100 Venezia VE, Italy

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets in front of the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II, Riva degli Schiavoni, 30100 Venezia VE.

What's included:

• Private round-trip transfer by boat
• Small group of 20 guests maximum
• Free time on Murano Island
• Private glass blowing demonstration
• Local English-speaking guide
• Guided visit of Burano Island
• Ticket for lace museum in Burano
• Optional visit to Lace Museum (closed Mondays) or lace-making workshop
• Free time on Burano Island

Not included:

• Gratuities
• Hotel Pickup/Drop-off

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours, 15 minutes

Laguna di Venezia

Venice

Meet your local guide and group of just 20 guests maximum in central Venice and walk together to your private boat for a scenic 30-minute boat ride to Murano Island. As you’re motoring out through the lagoon, your guide will point out places of interest and give you a brief introduction to the history of island settlement in Venice.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Isola di Murano

Murano, 30141

Once in Murano, your guide will make an introduction to the island and share recommendations on how to spend your time there. Murano is the home of Europe’s most respected glassmakers since the 13th century. See this cherished tradition come to life at an exclusive glassmaking demonstration inside a glass factory. You’ll have some free time to explore Murano at your own pace following the demonstration.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Isola di Burano - World Heritage Site

Burano, 30142

Your next stop is the island of Burano, whose brightly colored houses you may recognize from photos. What you might not know is that they’ve been the home of Venice’s legendary lacemakers since the 16th century. After a guided tour around the island’s picture-perfect canals and squares, you’ll have the option to visit a lace making workshop and visit the lace making museum with your guide or explore on your own. The Museo del Merletto (Lace Museum) is housed in the historic palace of the Podestà of Torcello. This museum displays rare examples of Venetian lace from the 16th to 20th centuries, offering unique insight into Burano’s renowned lace-making tradition. Please note: The Lace Museum is closed on Mondays. On these days, you will have the chance to attend a lace-making demonstration and see the showroom.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Piazza San Marco

Venice, 31024

Board your private boat for a scenic ride back to Venice's Piazza San Marco. If you prefer to spend more time on Burano Island, your guide will share transportation options to return later on your own.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included