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Murano & Burano Islands Tour: Glassblowing Lacemaking Private Boat★ 4.69 (9,446) · 5h
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Venice Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano Lace Demonstrations★ 4.75 (2,444) · 4h–5h
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Murano: Beginner Glassblowing Class with Real Furnace★ 4.98 (257) · 2h
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Private experiences (9)
Private Murano & Burano Tour: Glassblowing & Lace Island ExploreYou board a private boat in Venice city center and spend five hours on Murano and Burano — watching glass being blown in a working factory, exploring a Byzantine basilica, and wandering a fisherman village painted in impossible colors. Transport, guide, wine, and a factory discount are all included; you return to Venice by late afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see how Murano glass and Burano lace are actually made without fighting public ferry crowds. Plan for five hours out — that's what lets you spend real time on each island instead of rushing through.
Venice Murano & Burano Private Boat Tour with Glass & LaceYou’ll slip away from Venice’s bustle by private boat to visit Murano’s legendary glassblowers and Burano’s vibrant canals and lacemakers. Watch real artisans at work, wander narrow streets lined with painted homes, and share stories with your local guide before gliding back across the lagoon — it all feels personal here.
Venice: Murano Glass & Burano Lace Semi-Private Boat TourYou’ll leave busy Venice behind by boat for Murano’s live glassblowing demo with local artisans, then stroll hidden alleys before heading to Burano’s famously colorful houses. Taste fresh bussolà cookies, watch lace makers at work, and soak up lagoon views on your return—all with a small group and an easygoing local guide.
Venice: Murano, Burano & Torcello Private Motorboat TourYou'll ride a private motorboat to three working islands in Venice's lagoon: watch glass-blowing on Murano, wander the painted streets of Burano, and stand in a 7th-century basilica on Torcello. Hotel pickup and a local guide are included, and the small group size means you're not herded through with hundreds of other visitors. The boat moves on your schedule, not the vaporetto's.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the three main lagoon islands without the crowds of the public vaporetto and without arranging your own boat and timing — the private motorboat and included pickup mean you show up at your hotel and the logistics are handled. It's built for small groups, which is what makes the guide's attention and the unhurried pace possible.
Venice Murano & Burano Private Tour: Glass & Lace DemoYou’ll cross the lagoon by private water taxi to Murano’s fiery glass studios—watch artisans shape molten color into art—then stroll Burano’s rainbow streets with your guide. See lace made by hand and soak up stories only locals know. It’s slow-paced and personal: you’ll feel part of Venice’s quieter side for an afternoon.
Venice Murano & Burano Private Boat Tour with Glass & LaceYou’ll board a private boat from Venice with a local guide, watch master glassblowers at work in Murano, stroll Burano’s colorful lanes tasting bussolai cookies, and meet Anna in her lace workshop. Every stop feels personal — you’ll hear laughter in kitchens and see sunlight bounce off canals. It’s not just sights; it’s little moments that stay with you.
Venice Islands: Murano, Burano & Torcello Private Boat TourYou’ll slip away from Venice crowds on a private boat tour to Murano’s glass workshops, stroll through Burano’s candy-colored lanes at your own pace, and—if you want—pause in Torcello for fresh seafood in a hidden garden. With flexible stops and a local guide who knows every bend of the lagoon, this is Venice seen quietly from the water.
Venice Grand Canal Private Tour: Murano & Burano by BoatYou’ll float along Venice’s Grand Canal by private boat with a local guide, see Murano’s glass-blowers up close, ride a shuttle to Burano for its wild colors and handmade lace, and wander quiet canals most tourists miss — all with hotel or port pickup included. It’s one of those days you’ll remember for how it felt as much as what you saw.
Private Murano, Burano & Torcello tour from Venice with guideA private guided tour of Murano, Burano and Torcello islands departing from Venice, led by a local guide in your choice of language. You visit Burano for its brightly painted houses and traditional lace workshops, Murano for its centuries-old glass furnaces and arched bridges, and Torcello for the ruins and churches where the Venetian republic began. The tour runs four hours and includes the guide only; a €5 Venice access fee applies on certain dates for day visitors from outside the city.Is it for me?Book this tour if you are staying in Venice without a car or prefer not to navigate the vaporetto system alone. The guide handles the route, the timing and the boat transfers between islands, so you spend the four hours seeing what matters instead of figuring out which dock to use next.
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Murano Glass Blowing Demonstration: Watch Masters at WorkA glass blowing demonstration on Murano where you watch skilled artisans create two original pieces from start to finish inside a historic church that served as a glass factory since 1826. The 25-minute show includes an exclusive balcony view, soft background music, and a drink; the space is wheelchair accessible and suited to all ages and fitness levels.Is it for me?You're watching, not making—this is a demonstration, not a hands-on class, so it suits anyone who wants to see the craft without the learning curve or the time commitment of a workshop. The balcony position and the drink included make it work for a free afternoon in Venice when you want to step into Murano's history without leaving the island for a full tour.
Venice Glass Factory Tour Murano: Watch masters blow glassYou watch real glass masters blow and shape molten glass at 1400°C in a working factory, walk through the batch room where the process starts, and see the coldshop finishing techniques. Safety glasses and a local English-speaking guide are included. The tour is physical—you're on your feet moving between hot rooms—so plan for moderate activity and the intensity of being near active furnaces.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand how Murano glass is actually made, not buy souvenirs in a tourist trap. Expect to be on your feet in hot rooms and near active furnaces—that's what gives you the real factory experience instead of a staged one.
Murano Glass Blowing Class: Watch a Master at Work in VeniceYou’ll step into a working Murano glass factory with a local guide, watch a master glassblower shape molten art right in front of you, sip a welcome drink, and get rare access to Maestro Fornasier’s private exhibition. Expect laughter, warmth from the furnaces, and small surprises that linger long after you leave.Is it for me?Book this for an afternoon in Venice when you want to see real craft in action without the crowds of a group tour — the private factory access and master's exclusive exhibition are what make the difference.
Murano: Glass Lampwork Workshop & Island Walk with Local ArtistYou’ll walk Murano’s quieter lanes with a local guide, watch real glassmakers at work inside the world’s oldest active factory, and try your hand at lampwork bead-making in an intimate workshop. Expect laughter, imperfect art (yours!), and glimpses of ancient mosaics—all wrapped up in the island’s salty air.
Murano Glass Workshop: Hands-On Experience & Demo in VeniceYou’ll watch Murano masters shape glass up close, try your own design, and maybe even blow your first piece. It’s hands-on, relaxed, and gives you a real feel for Venetian craft—plus you can bring home something truly unique.
Murano Glass Museum Venice: Roman & 15th-20th Century CollectionYou enter a chronological collection that starts with Roman glass from the 1st–3rd centuries, then moves through five centuries of Murano masterpieces on the first floor. The museum is fully wheelchair accessible, and your entrance ticket is included in the booking. Plan for a couple of hours to move through both floors without rushing, and arrive early if you want to avoid crowds in the summer months.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to understand Murano glassmaking without arranging separate transport or tickets—the vaporetto gets you there directly, and entry is included in your booking. The chronological layout means you don't need prior knowledge to follow the story.
2 to 5 hours (8)
Murano glassblowing tour from Venice: Watch artisans at workA 3-hour private guided tour of Murano from Venice includes a live glassblowing demonstration by working artisans, a walking tour of the island's squares and palaces, and entry to the Basilica dei Santi Maria e Donato (San Donato). The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or Mandarin Chinese. Watertaxi to and from Venice is included; the church is open Monday to Saturday 9am–12pm and 3:30pm–7pm, and Sunday 3:30pm–7pm. Small groups only.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see glassblowing happen in a real working studio rather than a tourist workshop, and if you prefer a small group and a guide who can answer questions as you walk. The 3-hour length and included watertaxi mean the day holds together without you arranging multiple boat rides or timing your own connections back to Venice.
Venice: Murano & Burano Boat Tour with Glass DemoYou board a panoramic boat at St. Mark's Square and visit Murano to watch a glass master at work in an active furnace, then Burano for 90 minutes of free time among the painted houses and lace demonstrations, with optional Torcello on the way back. A multilingual guide explains the lagoon's history and craft traditions throughout. The boat is covered, so the tour runs in rain, and you're back in the city by late afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the three most famous Venice lagoon islands without arranging separate boat tickets and timing each stop yourself—the guide handles the history and demonstrations, leaving you free to explore Burano at your own pace during the 90 minutes there.
Murano: Glassblowing Show & Island Walk with Water TaxiYou’ll cross the Venetian Lagoon by water taxi, step inside a real Murano furnace for a live glassblowing show, and stroll canals lined with artisan studios—all guided by a local expert. Expect vivid colors, quick hands at work, and quieter moments along Murano’s backstreets before returning by boat.
Murano, Burano & St. Erasmo: Glass Factory & Wine TastingYou 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.Is it for me?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.
Venice Islands: Bragozzo Boat Tour Murano, Burano & TorcelloYou’ll step onto a traditional bragozzo boat for an easy ride across Venice’s lagoon with stops at Murano for live glassblowing, Burano’s colorful streets and lace-makers, and Torcello’s ancient mosaics. Expect real conversations with locals, free time to wander or snack on pastries, and that feeling you get when history suddenly feels personal.
Venice Rialto Market & Murano: Fish Shopping with CookingYou’ll dive into Venice’s real daily rhythm: picking fresh fish at Rialto market alongside locals, crossing canals by gondola ferry, then cooking classic Venetian dishes in Murano with your host. From sharing prosecco over appetizers to ending with strong moka coffee by the canal, it’s an experience you’ll remember long after you leave Venice.
Venice Islands: Murano Glass, Burano Colors & Torcello TourYou’ll float from Venice to Murano for live glassblowing, wander Burano’s bright canals with time for photos or lace shopping, then cross to peaceful Torcello with its ancient cathedral—all with a local guide and easy boat travel between islands. Expect laughter, color, maybe some surprises—and memories that linger longer than you’d expect.
Murano and Burano half-day tour from Punta SabbioniA half-day boat tour from Punta Sabbioni through the Venetian Lagoon to Murano and Burano, with a multilingual guide, a glass factory demonstration, and scheduled stops on each island. The boat departs on time after each stop, so the timing holds the whole afternoon together without you arranging transport between the islands.Is it for me?The boat leaves from Punta Sabbioni, so if you're staying in Jesolo or anywhere outside Venice without a car, this tour handles the island transport and timing for you — no ferries to research, no separate tickets to buy between stops, and no guessing when to head back.
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Venice: St Mark's, Doge's Palace, Murano & Burano TourYou’ll skip long lines at St Mark’s Basilica and wander through Doge’s Palace with stories from your guide, float down Venice canals on a gondola ride, then ferry out to Murano for live glassblowing and stroll Burano’s colorful streets watching lace makers at work. It’s a packed day—but you’ll feel like you’ve touched both sides of Venice.
Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Glassblowing & Lace TourYou board a vintage wooden boat in Venice and travel across the lagoon to Murano, where you watch glassblowers at work inside an active furnace. Then you cross to Burano to see lace makers and walk through the island's famous pastel-colored streets. Your guide handles the history and context; the boat and all island visits are included. You're back in Venice by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the two most famous craft islands in the Venetian Lagoon without arranging your own boat, timing the demonstrations, or figuring out which furnace or lace workshop is worth visiting — the guide and the fixed schedule handle all of that.
Venice: St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Murano Burano TourYou’ll step into Venice’s golden basilica without waiting in line, explore secret corners of Doge’s Palace with stories from your guide, watch real Murano glassblowers up close, and wander Burano’s painted streets at your own pace. Two days split between city grandeur and island calm—ending with a VR glimpse into Venice’s past that’ll stick with you long after.
Venice Lagoon Islands Tour: Torcello, Burano, Murano GuideA guided tour of Venice's lagoon islands—Torcello, Burano and Murano—led by a licensed local guide in English or Italian. The tour includes entry to the Torcello archaeological site and skip-line access to the glass factory and lace workshop, plus a full-day vaporetto ticket for independent exploration afterward. Children from age 1 are welcome; the tour runs 5.5 hours and covers the islands by public water bus.Is it for me?The tour moves at a steady pace across three islands by water bus, with walking on each one and climbing the Torcello watchtower—it suits travelers comfortable with boat travel and moderate walking, and it works well if you have a free afternoon and want the islands explained by someone who knows them rather than navigating alone.
Venice: Grand Canal & Murano Glass Factory with LunchYou walk the Venice city center with a local guide for three hours, then ferry to Murano to watch a glass master at work in a historic furnace. Lunch is three courses at a local restaurant, and the return journey crosses the lagoon by taxi so you see Venice from the water. Hotel pickup and all transport between stops are included; the whole day runs seven hours.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see Venice's main sights and Murano's glass-making tradition in one day without arranging transport, timing ferries, or booking lunch separately—the private format and fixed itinerary handle all of that, leaving you free to look and listen.
Murano & Burano: Glassworks & Lace Museum from VeniceYou travel by boat from Venice to Murano, where you watch a glassblower at work in a historic factory and explore the island at your own pace with an audio guide. Then you cross to Burano to wander the colorful streets and visit the Lace Museum, which traces centuries of lace-making tradition. The whole day includes boat transport and both museum entries, so you're not arranging tickets or timing yourself.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see the lagoon islands without renting a boat or hiring a private guide — the fixed itinerary handles transport and museum entries, leaving you free to move through each island at your own rhythm.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 30 of the 32 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Murano & Burano Islands Tour: Glassblowing Lacemaking Private Boat is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.69 out of 5 across 9,446 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 9 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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