Venice: Breathtaking Murano & Burano Private Boat Tour
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Cruise the Venetian Lagoon by private water taxi and meet the artisans keeping Venice’s traditional crafts alive. You’ll see demonstrations of traditional glassblowing on the island of Murano, and traditional lacemaking on Burano. The tour includes discounts on souvenirs from both demonstration workshops. Both islands have plenty to see, and you’ll have ample time to explore.
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cmQ8934DX, 10/20/2025 10:13:38 AM
Our guide, Alessandra was wonderful. She was warm, super friendly, and filled our day trip with interesting factoids about the sites we passed and the islands we visited. She gave us great recommendations about where to eat in Burano (which was a beautiful destination) and invited anyone to go off on their own if they weren’t interested in the tutorial parts of the tour. She also allowed for time on the return trip home to chat with everyone and answer any questions that anyone in the group dreamt up. The private boat we took to the islands was very comfortable for our group, and was sheltered from any rain drops. I’d highly recommend this trip.
potteryqueen, 10/20/2025 9:41:56 AM
Sylvia was fantastic on Viator tour of Merano glass and Burano town! Highly reccomme t any tour led my Sylvia! Very informative, friendly and helpful.
leao918, 10/20/2025 1:29:41 AM
Silvia was very knowledgeable about Venice. We enjoyed the informative tour of Murano and Burano. We saw the masters at work in glassmaking and lacemaking.
Larry_M, 10/19/2025 11:54:55 PM
Karrie, speaks great English, she loves her job, and her area very much. She was easy to listen to, gave good mix of facts and free time. Best way to see both charming islands in a short amount of time. Well worth it.
johnh96813, 10/19/2025 2:51:12 PM
Emmanuella provided an educational and entertaining excursion. The excursion started with a chartered boat ride to Murano to learn about the glass blowing process and admiring the artistic work of the Murano glass crafters - just amazing. Then is was on to Burano to learn about lace crafting - another amazing visit. All along the way, Emmanuella provided information about the islands in the lagoon, the lagoon itsself and Venice. She has a charming sense of humor which kept us attentive and entertained throughout the tour.
John_C, 10/19/2025 11:30:36 AM
We had a great time on our Murano/Burano island tours. Our tour guide, Silvia, was very knowledgeable about the area and we could tell she really has a passion for the history. We learned so much and have a much better appreciation for the Venice area! She also gave us some great recommendations for places to eat in Venice. We got lucky in that our tour was not fully booked so we were able to get a little more time on the islands and the tour felt a bit more private. We also got a pretty good tour of the lagoon from the water taxi as it took a route to the islands and a different route on the way back. The glass making in Murano is truly an artform and a must see. Burano's scenic houses and sleepy community were a beautiful sight to take in. Excellent experience!
Christopher_C, 10/19/2025 11:19:06 AM
Five hour trip from start to finish traveling 30 mins from Venice to Murano and then Burano. The glass making demonstration at Murano was very interesting with a glass shop to explore afterwards. Then 30 min boat ride to Burano to watch a short lace demonstration that had a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants to explore.
scottaB3340TO, 10/19/2025 10:17:18 AM
Great trip to Murano and Burano. Our tour guide Aly did a wonderful job andwering all our questions and getting us to our destinations without any problems.
327nataleed, 10/19/2025 9:08:15 AM
Emmanuella was great! She was very informative and learned the names of everyone in the tour group very quickly. She made it a point to make sure no one was left behind. The boat was comfortable and the glass factory demonstration was beautiful.
533maryannec, 10/19/2025 8:10:11 AM
This was such a great tour. Sylvia had so much information to share- great insights! 30% off at the glass factory. We didn’t see any of the island but made up for it on Burano. Such an interesting place with time for lunch too. Great shops there and so colorful! Thank you Sylvia!! The boat ride was an experience too.
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that on Mondays, the typical lacemaking demonstration in Burano may not always be available. In such event, the tour still offers a captivating exploration of the island that showcases its unique charm and rich cultural heritage. We appreciate your understanding
- The Municipality of Venice has introduced an Access Fee that applies on specific dates. To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend checking the official guidelines and completing the necessary registration through the provided link before your visit. (https://cda.ve.it/en/ Official Link for Registration)
- Some sites visited lack shade and can be hot under direct sunlight. We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water in warm weather.
Departure point
At the statue of a man (Vittorio Emanuele II) on a horse in Riva degli Schiavoni (San Zaccaria vaporetto stop), in front of the lagoon. The guide will have a City Wonders flag or sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.Return details
Cruise the Venetian Lagoon by private water taxi and meet the artisans keeping Venice’s traditional crafts alive. You’ll see demonstrations of traditional glassblowing on the island of Murano, and traditional lacemaking on Burano. The tour includes discounts on souvenirs from both demonstration workshops. Both islands have plenty to see, and you’ll have ample time to explore.Redemption
• The Municipality of Venice has introduced an Access Fee that applies on specific dates. To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend checking the official guidelines and completing the necessary registration through the provided link before your visit. (https://cda.ve.it/en/ Official Link for Registration) • Please be ready at least 15 minutes prior to departure time. We recommend that customers who are not familiar with Venice give themselves ample time to find our meeting point. • Please make sure to head to the meeting point at the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II, Riva degli Schiavoni, 30100 Venezia VE, Italy https://maps.app.goo.gl/fHt4q1sdn4o6bP15A • Our City Wonders guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition. • Gratuities for your guide/driver that provided excellent service are appreciated! • City Wonders is not responsible for any personal belongings that are lost or damaged. Guests should ensure they keep track of their items throughout the entire duration of the tour. Please note that any additional shipping costs related to retrieved items will not be covered by City Wonders. Disclaimer: • Please note that on Mondays, the typical lacemaking demonstration in Burano may not always be available. In such event, the tour still offers a captivating exploration of the island that showcases its unique charm and rich cultural heritage. We appreciate your understanding24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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