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Private Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano’s Colorful Charm

Venice, Italy

4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

Departure by private water taxi will take you across the lagoon to the well-known island of Murano.
Famous for its glassmaking since the 10th century, visit one of Murano’s quality glass works.
Whilst watching one of the glass masters blowing the glass in the furnace of the glassworks, your local guide will explain to you the history and the process of glassmaking throughout the years.
After this, you will have time to visit their elegant show rooms.

Then by private water taxi crossing the northern part of the lagoon, you will arrive at the colorful island of Burano, famous for its brightly colored houses, fishing industry and also its lacemaking. You will have time to walk around this elegant little island and also visit its shops. Your guide will point out to you one of the specialized shops where it will be possible to see one of the local ladies working on Burano lace. She will show you the different stitches involved in the making these wonderful works of art.

What's Included

  • Private water taxi
  • Guided 4-hour tour in english, italian, french, german or spanish
  • Guided visit in Burano
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to churches or museums
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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End point

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Murano

Departure by private water taxi will take you across the lagoon to the well-known island of Murano. Famous for its glassmaking since the 10th century, visit one of Murano’s quality glass works. Whilst watching one of the glass masters blowing the glass in the furnace of the glassworks, your local guide will explain to you the history and the process of glassmaking throughout the years. After this, you will have time to visit their elegant show rooms.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Burano

Then by private water taxi crossing the northern part of the lagoon, you will arrive at the colorful island of Burano, famous for its brightly colored houses, fishing industry and also its lacemaking. You will have time to walk around this elegant little island and also visit its shops. Your guide will point out to you one of the specialized shops where it will be possible to see one of the local ladies working on Burano lace. She will show you the different stitches involved in the making these wonderful works of art.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Laguna di Venezia

Private transfer with water taxi from your hotel to the 2 islands Murano and Burano and back at the end of the tour.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: Will I get seasick on Private Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano’s Colorful Charm?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-3303P62

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private water taxi
  • Guided 4-hour tour in english, italian, french, german or spanish
  • Guided visit in Burano
  • Guided visit in a glass factory in Murano
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to churches or museums

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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