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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Ashley0828, 10/28/2025 3:40:21 PM
Monika Z was an amazing guide and very knowledgeable about Venice. She was very friendly and welcoming to all! Great tour! Highly recommend!
Deanne_H, 10/28/2025 2:34:53 PM
Elena was our tour guide for this trip. She was so knowledgeable and gave us insider tips to make the trip even more memorable. Not only did we learn about the two islands, but she also gave us information on all the other islands. Thank you for such a great trip!
1955REP, 10/28/2025 12:06:13 PM
A great tour with guide Silvia, who shared her knowledge and love of Venice’s history, life, nature and much more. A really enjoyable well paced tour
Sightsee72114, 10/28/2025 10:04:54 AM
Tour was very well organized. Alessandra our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The islands were beautiful and the boat ride was enjoyable. Highly recommend!!!
Adventure21453450251, 10/28/2025 4:00:15 AM
Elly did a wonderful job! Thank you for a great experience. The whole family had a great time and we learned a lot along the way. Thank you!
James, 10/27/2025 12:53:48 PM
Murano and Burano Islands are beautiful. The craftsmanship is amazing and Burano is a great place to spend a day.
Mieko_F, 10/27/2025 12:01:58 PM
This is my second trip to These two islands. I point I would like to comment is that every guild I got was speaking two fast. Please speak slower.
Michelle_H, 10/27/2025 10:45:50 AM
The best way to think of this “tour” is as a cheap way to travel to Murano and Burano. The boat was 20 minutes late to start and we still finished in 4.5 hours. The guide was fine. The most informative time was on the boat when she had a microphone. City Wonders tours has an agreement with New Murano Gallery. The glass making demonstration is wonderful. Leave after that. The tour guide gives you an hour, but does not tell you that you can leave the property to explore Murano. Thankfully, a friend told me about another gallery. I am so happy that I was able to see more of Murano. In Burano, there was a short lace presentation and then we were given one hour to explore. City Wonders also has an agreement with Galuppi Restaurante. The food was fine and not too expensive. Just know that the recommendation is not because they think it is great, but because they have a partnership. The house Prosecco is trash.
Mary_B, 10/27/2025 10:07:18 AM
The Murano factory has items one will not see in any of the stores. They are unique works of art that many may not be able to afford, but they are worth seeing. Burano is quaint and beautiful. It’s a lovely place to eat in an outdoor cafe. Eva is knowledgeable and easy to talk to. She made the tour interesting and pleasant. The tour is a great value for what one gets out of it!
sallymO3570QH, 10/27/2025 5:51:42 AM
It was a great tour led by Elly. She was really informative and friendly throughout. We enjoyed the glass blowing workshop and lace making demonstration - it was great to spend more time on Burano than Murano - simply because the island was so beautiful and lovely to spend time relaxing there. The tour was perfectly timed - long enough to feel we got a lot out of it all, but not so long that we were keen for it to finish. Overall, a lovely way to spend our time in Venice.
- 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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