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Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Boat Tour with Glass Blowing

Murano Island clock tower with surrounding colorful Venetian buildings.
Visitors exploring Torcello Island's historic sites on a day tour in Venice, Italy.
Murano glassblower crafting glassware, Burano's colorful houses, and Torcello's historic church.
Man crafting glass at Murano Glass Factory, Venice, Italy.

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

    • Zip away from central Venice by motorboat to explore the lagoon's three gems: Murano, Burano, and Torcello!

    • Discover Murano Island's renowned glass factories and the exquisite Basilica of Santi Maria e Donato.

    • Walk through the 'rainbow island' of Burano, where vibrant houses and intricate lace craftsmanship await!

    • At tranquil Torcello, marvel at historical treasures like the Devil's Bridge with no siderails and the Paleochristian Santa Maria Assunta church.

    • Fun fact: There are close to 100 islands in the Venetian Lagoon!

    • Boat tour around Murano, Burano, and Torcello Islands

    • English, German, Spanish, French, and Italian-speaking guide onboard

    • Round-trip boat transfers from St. Mark's Venice

    • Glass blowing demonstration in Murano

  • 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 Kingdom, United States, France and over 17 countries have loved this experience
    BENREHAIL Mustapha

    Benrehail

    4/5

    Aug, 2024

    It was a wonderful day, allowing us to discover these 3 very typical islands, especially Burano, the most beautiful with its colorful houses. However, we were very disappointed with Murano, which we couldn't visit because we didn't have enough time! We'd either have to leave earlier or eliminate Torcello, which is less interesting.
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    Miguel Silva

    Miguel

    5/5

    May, 2024

    Everything was very well organized and it was a great way to visit all three islands in one day. The islands are very beautiful: Murano for the glass, Burano for the colorful houses and Torcello for the Byzantine-style churches. All the staff were very friendly and professional. The boat was comfortable and safe. The day was incredible. All-in-all: TOP!
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    Lorena Mayoral

    Lorena

    3/5

    Oct, 2024

    They ask you to be there in advance and so we did. The meeting point is in front of the Danielis hotel, so we were there for a while looking for someone. We didn't find anyone, so we asked at the vaporetto station in front and after waiting in line they told us that it wasn't there because they had no idea. We wandered around the area and the time seemed to be running out. The instructions on the ticket didn't say anything else. When there were 5 minutes left we asked a kiosk in the area and they pointed us to a small booth next to a street food stand. The booth was located just outside the Bridge of Sighs, so the directions were wrong and misleading. The lady at the establishment attended to us immediately and told us that the boat was leaving in 2 minutes and that we had to cross 3 bridges to get to the pier. The lady never contacted the boat to let us know that we hadn't found the spot. We had to run through the crowds of people in the area and we arrived just when they were about to remove the bridge connecting the pier and the boat. The rest of the experience was fine, the guide only offered information during the boat trip, the rest was free time to see the towns. They allow 1 hour for each town, which is not enough for Murano and Burano, considering that nowhere do they give you extra time to eat, you have to find your own way and therefore lose time to see the towns. The town of Torcello is very small and there is little to see, so 1 hour seems too long.
    Margo Durance

    Margo

    4/5

    Sep, 2024

    The journey was great but 1H on each isle is a bit too little time maybe 1h30 should be great. For the demonstration of glass blower, the guy has begun his demonstration a well before everyone get sat. And the girl started the explaination a the same time so for the people who were a the back of the boat we missed a part of the first explaination.
    Dainis Gelbergs

    Dainis

    4/5

    Sep, 2024

    The trip overall was very nice, the boat was comfortable and ride relaxing. It is a good choice for a day trip, everyone is kept busy all day long and time is passing fast. We enjoyed the Murano and Burano islands most. There were lack of time in Murano, which is larger island, same time we didn't fint Torcello exciting enough to spend an hour there. I would suggest organisers to revise times - add a bit time to Murano on Torcello's credit. For other participants I suggest visiting small shops in the streets of Murano where is larger choice and better prices comparing to shop in fabric visited (it was the most expensive place to buy Murano glass around all the Venice). In conclusion I want to say - the trip was nice and worth it.
  • Explore the gorgeous Venetian Lagoon starting from St. Mark's Square, and immerse yourself in the unique charm of Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Tours are offered in English, Italian, German, French, and Spanish.

    Murano: a glass wonderland

    Begin your journey with a stop in Murano, the largest island in the bay, renowned for its furnaces and glass artistry. Visit a traditional factory to witness artisans at work with age-old techniques. Enjoy the island’s picturesque canals and charming bridges, ideal for leisurely strolls.

    Burano: a colorful canvas

    By midday, arrive at Burano, famous for its vibrant, lace-making heritage. Marvel at the bright, colorful houses and savor local delicacies like risotto de gò (local fish risotto) at your leisure.

    Serene Torcello

    Torcello, the tranquil northern isle, offers panoramic lagoon views and historic allure. Discover the Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral with its Byzantine mosaics and the quaint Devil’s Bridge. Wander its serene paths to encounter echoes of a bygone era amidst lush greenery and calm waters.

  • 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.
    • 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.

    • Kindly ensure that you arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting Points

    San Marco

    • Meet your guide at Riva degli Schiavoni 4136, 4 bridges from Piazza San Marco towards the Arsenale.

    • Address: Riva degli Schiavoni, 4136, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy

    • Landmark: Piers 1a/b, 2a/b, and 3a/b in the Approdo Cornoldi spot.

    Get Directions to the Meeting Point

    Ferrovia/Train Station

    • Meet your guide at Ferrovia Compartimentale (ex F30).

    • Address: 30100 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy.

    • Landmark: In front of KFC Restaurant, near Calatrava Bridge.

    Get Directions to the Meeting Point

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