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Venice islands boat tour: Murano and Burano

3.5 (85)
Venice, IT
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Venice islands boat tour: Murano and Burano

3.5 (85)
Venice, IT
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Experience the magic of Venice with an exhilarating boat tour to the stunning islands of Murano and Burano. Immerse yourself in the rich history and natural beauty of these hidden gems in the Venetian lagoon. Witness the renowned glass-making art of Murano as a local artisan creates mesmerizing glass artworks before your eyes. Indulge in the vibrant colors and picturesque houses of Burano, famous for its lace-making tradition. Explore the charming streets and canals, visit the magnificent San Martino's Church, and savor the delectable local cakes. Capture breathtaking photos of Venice and its lagoon from the panoramic boat as you navigate through the enchanting waterways. With a knowledgeable tour guide and comfortable transportation, this unforgettable experience is a must for any traveler seeking to discover the true essence of Venice.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Glass-making demonstration in Murano
  • Multicolored houses in Burano
  • Delicious local cakes "Bussolai" in Burano
  • Panoramic boat ride with stunning views
  • Audio guide to discover the highlights of the islands
  • Visit of Burano island IF OPTION IS SELECTED
  • Glass demonstration at Murano Furnace
  • Transportation by panoramic boat
  • Guided tour on board with a qualified and experienced tour guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel Pick-Up

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Introduction

Experience the enchanting beauty of Venice's islands with the Venice islands boat tour to Murano and Burano. This guided excursion will take you on a journey to discover the history, culture, and natural wonders of these two picturesque islands in the Venice lagoon. Aboard a comfortable Grand Tourism motor-boat, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Venice and its lagoon while your knowledgeable tour guide shares fascinating insights about the islands.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to have a truly immersive experience. The tour begins with a visit to Murano, renowned worldwide for its glass-making art. You'll witness a captivating demonstration by a local glass artisan, allowing you to witness the magic of glassblowing and see exquisite glass artworks created before your eyes. Continuing the journey, you'll head to Burano, famous for its vibrant, multicolored houses and lace-making tradition. Here, you'll have the opportunity to explore the picturesque island, visit San Martino's Church with its iconic leaning tower, and savor the delectable local cakes known as "bussolai."

Who is this for?

This tour is designed for anyone seeking an unforgettable day exploring the gems of the Venice lagoon. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply a curious traveler, the Venice islands boat tour offers something for everyone. The tour welcomes individuals, couples, families, and groups of friends looking to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of Murano and Burano.

Why book this?

Embark on this captivating boat tour to experience the very best of the Venice islands. The unique selling points of this tour are the up-close encounters with local artisans on Murano and the opportunity to explore the vibrant streets and canals of Burano. By witnessing the glass-making process firsthand and strolling through colorful houses, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the authentic craftsmanship and local traditions. With a knowledgeable tour guide and comfortable transportation, you'll make the most of your time and gain valuable insights into the history and significance of these islands.

Good to know

It's important to note that the total duration of this tour is approximately 270 minutes. The meeting point is conveniently located just an 8-minute walk from Saint Mark's Square, where a friendly assistant with a blue sign saying "LAGOON TOUR" will be waiting for you. The tour includes a guided excursion by a qualified tour guide and offers ample opportunities for capturing incredible photographs of Venice and its lagoon. Don't forget to download the mobile app for an audio guide to enhance your experience and learn fascinating tales and history along the way.

Reviews

This boat tour to Murano and Burano has received rave reviews from travelers who have experienced its magic. Visitors have praised the captivating glass-blowing demonstration in Murano, expressing awe at the skill and artistry of the local artisans. The vibrant and picturesque streets of Burano have also left a lasting impression on travelers, with many admiring the colorful houses and indulging in the delightful local cakes. Overall, the tour has garnered positive feedback for its well-informed guides, comfortable transportation, and the unique cultural experiences it offers. Get ready to be swept away by the charm and beauty of the Venice islands.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Laguna di Venezia

(Pass by)

A qualified tour guide will reveal some curiosities about the island and explain its interesting history while you enjoy the wonderful landscape sitting on a comfortable Grand Tourism motor-boat. Murano, Burano and Torcello are the most beautiful islands of the lagoon. Enjoy the panoramic boat from where you can take marvelous pictures of Venice and its lagoon

Isola di Murano

The first destination is Murano, famous worldwide for its glass-blowing art. You will visit a real furnace and see a local artisan create glass artworks using antique techniques. During the visit, you will have the opportunity to buy an authentic Murano glass souvenir.

Admission Included

Burano

Next, this tour will take you to Burano, the island celebrated for its lace-making tradition and for the multi-colored houses. Get off the boat and, after a few meters, you will be in the magnificent main Square of the island. On the right side of the Square, you will see San Martino’s Church which houses the “Crucifixion” painting by Tiepolo, and the famous leaning tower. Walk along the narrow streets and picturesque canals of the island, buy lace products to keep as special mementoes of this experience or go into a pastry store and try local sweets– the “Bussolà” and the “Esse” biscuits.

Venice

(Pass by)

Enjoy the audio guide by mobile app to discover the highlights of the Islands: the automatic narration will tell you tales and history of these marvelous islands!

Reviews

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3.5 (85)

Alejandra_B

Beautiful views of Murano and Burano islands. A bit messy to find the actual Lagoon group tour, but once you see the big boat with the name on the tour details is clear that you are in the right place.

Eirini_K

Murano factory demonstration was very nice. Burano island is very beautiful but when we went it was raining a lot so we could not enjoynit as much

Ching_L

Take this trip if you don’t want to know history off information about Murano and Burano. Advertised that this tour would be in English. But instead it was in English, Italian, French and Spanish with no breaks in between the language and English pronunciation was bad to the point that the only thing we recognized that she said was “on the right” “on the left” and what time to return to boat. No info or history about why the buildings are painted different colors or anything. Would love the history and information about where I’m visiting and paid to tour.

MichaelBrychel

Murano was dull. Just a lesser version of Venice. The glass blowing was very brief with way too many people crammed into the same room at one time followed by a cheap attempt to sell glass products. The tour wasn’t really guided; just a few very brief occasional explanations along the way. The ‘guide’ was difficult to understand. Too much time was spent on the slow boat that had no working toilet. Burano was a beautiful town. You’re best off just sailing directly to Burano.

Leah_C

The islands were beautiful! Pleasant boat ride, lots to see. Need a water closet in the boat. Announcements were in multiple languages!

Brooke_H

Boat ride to the islands was great. After the glass demonstration they lead you into their store. It is very expensive, other smaller shops have a lot more reasonable prices

Antonino_G

We enjoyed Murano but I can honestly say we fell in love with Burano’s charm. Loved the glass maker in Murano, the skill set is exceptional.

Laura_T

Both islands were beautiful. However, we didn't have enough time on each island to explore on our own. We felt rushed.

Julie_H

Quite well organised. We loved Burano and the boat trip. Murano was ok however we found it to be a bit too touristy. Burano was fabulous and I would love to go back there. Such a bright beautiful island.

Sharon_d

Disappointed in tour. We waited where we were told to wait no one was there we waited and found someone to ask not in a blue lagoon shirt as we were advised to look for when we asked someone she said this way… we got on a boat with over 200 ppl not expected she was hard to hear and half in Italian and half in English Signed up for English tour thought it was a small group. At glass factory we watched but little was explained. Not what we were expecting. Friends went the day before and said their tour guide was amazing. Ours was not. I don’t recommend this particular trip
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-25 21:06
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