Guided Tours · 4.5 – 5.5 hours · Venice, Italy

Murano & Burano Islands Boat Tour with Glass Blowing

Your experience

A relaxed and efficient half-day cruise to Venice’s most iconic lagoon islands.

Getting started

Arrive at your selected departure point and show your voucher before boarding the boat. Choose your preferred departure from St. Mark’s Square or Venice Railway Station.

What to expect

Boat ride

  • Cruise through the Venetian Lagoon with onboard audio commentary available in multiple languages.

Murano

  • Watch a live glass-blowing demonstration at a traditional glass factory and explore the island at your own pace.

Burano

  • Stroll through colourful streets, browse lace shops, and enjoy free time to discover the island.

Wrapping up

Return by boat to your original departure point after exploring Murano and Burano.

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  • Duration4.5 – 5.5 hours
  • CancellationFree cancellation
  • Enjoy a scenic boat ride with indoor/outdoor seating and onboard audio commentary sharing stories about Venice and its beautiful lagoons.
  • See both Murano and Burano in just half a day—ideal for tight schedules.
  • Watch a live glassblowing demo by a Murano artisan inside a traditional factory.
  • Stroll past Burano’s colorful houses, browse handmade lace, and sample local treats.
  • Depart easily from either St. Mark’s Square or Venice Railway Station with round-trip transfers included.
  • Visit to Murano and Burano Islands
  • Round-trip boat transfers from St. Mark’s Square or Venice Railway Station (as per option selected)
  • Glass-blowing demonstration in Murano
  • Multilingual onboard assistance
  • Entry to museums or attractions not mentioned
  • Meals and personal expenses
  • Live tour guide
  • Hotel transfers

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point. Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

  • Getting there: Venice, Venice, Veneto.
  • Booking details: Carry your booking voucher and valid ID for check-in.
  • Weather-ready clothing: Dress appropriately, as parts of the experience involve outdoor walking on the islands.
  • Restricted items: Follow onboard rules and any restrictions communicated by the operator.
  • Mobility access: The boat and island walking routes may have limited accessibility due to boarding steps and uneven surfaces.
  • Tour format: This experience includes multilingual onboard assistance and self-guided island exploration, not a dedicated live guide.
  • Glass-blowing demo: The glass-blowing demonstration in Murano is for viewing only and does not include hands-on participation. Visit may vary based on operational availability.
  • Departure timing: Arrive at the meeting point on time, as the boat departs according to schedule.

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