Murano, Burano & St. Erasmo: Glass Factory & Wine Tasting

Three Islands, One Boat: Venice's Glassmakers, Lacemakers & Winemakers

You board a private boat in central Venice and visit three lagoon islands in one morning or afternoon. Watch glassblowing in Murano, walk the canals of Burano with a local guide, then taste wine at a historic St. Erasmo vineyard. The boat handles all transport between islands, and the group stays small, 20 guests maximum, so you're not herded through narrow streets. You get free time on each island to explore at your own pace.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each4 stops

1. Venetian LagoonEntry included45m
2. MuranoEntry included1h
3. BuranoEntry included1h 15m
4. St. Mark's SquareEntry included15m

Boat tour to Murano, Burano, and St. Erasmo

• Meet guide and group in Venice
• Walk to private boat
• Boat ride to Murano Island
• Introduction to Murano island
• Watch glassmaking demonstration
• Free time to explore Murano
• Boat ride to Burano Island
• Guided tour of Burano canals and squares
• Free time to explore Burano
• Boat ride to St. Erasmo Island
• Walk through vineyard at St. Erasmo
• Wine tasting at historic winery
• Boat ride back to Venice Piazza San Marco

The experience

The boat leaves central Venice at a set time, and you're on the water within minutes: 30 minutes across the lagoon to Murano, where glassmakers have worked since the 13th century. Your guide, a local who speaks English, walks you through the island first, then takes the group into a glass factory to watch a live demonstration. The heat from the furnace is real, the skill obvious, and you get time afterward to walk Murano's streets on your own, ducking into shops or just sitting by the canal if that's what you want.

Then it's back to the boat for Burano, the island with the bright-colored houses you've probably seen in photos. The lacemaking tradition here goes back to the 16th century, and your guide walks you through the main squares and canals before letting you loose to explore: shops, cafés, the lace museum if you're interested. The group stays under 20 people, so it doesn't feel like a parade moving through the narrow streets.

The last stop is St. Erasmo, quieter than the other two, known for its artichoke fields and a winery that once supplied wine to Venetian nobility. You walk through the vineyard with your guide, then sit down to a glass of their wine: the kind that tastes like the soil and the season it came from. After that, the boat takes you back to Piazza San Marco, or if you want to stay longer on St. Erasmo, your guide tells you how to get back on your own using the local vaporetto.

The whole thing is a half-day tour, which means you're not locked into someone else's dinner plans or stuck on a boat for eight hours. It's the kind of escape from central Venice that actually works because you're moving between three real places where people live and work, not just passing through.

What’s included

• Your tour includes a local English-speaking guide, private round-trip boat transport between Venice and all three islands, a live glassblowing demonstration in Murano, a guided walk through Burano's canals and squares, a vineyard tour on St.
• Erasmo, and one glass of wine at the historic winery.
• Free time is built into each island so you can explore shops, cafés, and streets on your own pace.
• The group is kept to 20 guests maximum.

Before you book

Lasts 4h 15m, from € 109 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 5 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (2 to 14 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Walks - Italy & Spain

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the lagoon islands without renting a boat or figuring out the vaporetto schedule yourself: the private boat and local guide handle the logistics, leaving you free to move at your own pace on each island.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 14 years); Infant (under 2): free.

How long is the boat ride to Murano?

About 30 minutes from central Venice across the Venetian Lagoon.

Is the glassblowing demonstration included?

Yes, it's a live demonstration inside a glass factory on Murano, included in the tour price.

How much free time do you get on each island?

The itinerary includes free time on Murano and Burano after the guided portions. On St. Erasmo, you have time to walk the vineyard and enjoy your wine.

What wine do you taste on St. Erasmo?

One glass of wine from the island's historic winery, which reflects the local terroir and centuries-old winemaking tradition.

Is this tour suitable for people with mobility issues?

No. The tour involves walking at a moderate pace on each island and is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers.

What happens if the weather is bad?

In bad weather, the tour may be modified or canceled for safety reasons. The company prioritizes safety, and no refund is provided if the tour is canceled due to hazardous conditions.

How many people are in the group?

Maximum 20 guests, plus a local English-speaking guide.

Is lunch included?

No. The tour includes a glass of wine on St. Erasmo but not a full meal. You have free time to eat at restaurants on the islands if you wish.

Can you stay longer on one island?

Yes. Your guide will share transportation options so you can stay on St. Erasmo longer and return to Venice on your own using the local vaporetto.

What language is the guide?

English.