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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milab651, 11/4/2025 10:13:22 AM
Our tour of Murano and Burano was easy paced and highlighted the glass blowing at a factory, we then had some free time to explore on our own. On Burano we got to see how they made lace by hand. Our tour guide Cristina was very helpful and friendly. She also recommended a wonderful restaurant for lunch on Burano.
818darlenew, 11/4/2025 9:16:15 AM
Murano and Burano boat tour was thorough. Our guide Christina was very nice, gave great info on the area. Highly recommend!
deirdres929, 11/4/2025 9:13:56 AM
Great tour with knowledgeable guide and a good driver of the boat. Great demonstration of glass blowing. Island of Murano and Burano are beautiful too.
Leander_H, 11/3/2025 2:55:09 PM
Our tour Guid Carry and our boat driver Damiano were very nice, Carry gave us a lot of history on the two islands and all about Venice. Highly recommend
398sanketj, 11/3/2025 2:08:14 PM
Elliy was amazing tour guide. Trip was also very nice. Enjoyed the whole glass thing in Murrano and colorful houses of Burrano. Ciao.
Wayne_M, 11/3/2025 2:07:59 PM
Our whole family really loved this tour of Murano and Burano. It was a fun day and it was nice to be out on the water and away from the crowds for a while. Elena, our guide, was knowledgable, approachable and fun and made the adventure extra special.
Dennis_P, 11/3/2025 11:43:22 AM
Frankie was very informative and I learned a lot about Venice. Enjoyed looking at the beautiful glasswork done by the artisans. Unfortunately, the pieces are out of my price range 😆. Burano was an colorful sight!
kataling408, 11/3/2025 9:10:36 AM
Massimiliano was a great boat driver. Frankie was an amazing tour guide. Shared lots and lots of information about all the islands. Highly recommend this Murano/Burano tour.
JackandMillieM, 11/2/2025 10:34:26 AM
Elena was a fantastic tour guide, very helpful, friendly, informative and up beat despite having to contend with bad weather all day. Always happy to answer further questions and it's great to have a guide is local as well. Was confusing at first to try and find her at the meeting point in Venice in amongst several other tour groups meeting at the same point but was all smooth sailing when we finally did. Maybe need more clear instructions on the booking as to what/who we should look out for in future. The tours around Murano & Burano were very informative thanks to Elena, despite the weather they were still really fun to explore and the up close demonstrations of glass making on Murano and lace making on Burano were truly unique. The tour group was a decent size so it wasn't too crowded and overall it is a must do tour if you are visiting Venice!
Adam_N, 11/2/2025 10:29:52 AM
Antonella was a wonderful guide. She provided a ton of information while on the boat beyond just the history of the location. As a local it was obvious she felt passionately about what she was sharing. She went above and beyond to ensure we all had no issues or questions that weren’t handled. The glass factory was mind blowing and hearing the history of the lace making made us appreciate just how much skill and time it takes to create their masterpieces.
- 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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