Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing
Description
A 3 hours guided visit to Murano: the worldwide famous island for the glassblowing's tradition! You will enjoy the tour from an artistic, historical, and traditional point of view, admiring the artisans of this peculiar art at work! Your guide will accompany you through the discovery of the techniques of this ancient art, in a tour which includes a demonstration by the real glass craftsmen! You can also choose to attend the optional visit of San Donato’s, the splendid Church of the Island. You will enjoy also a walking tour of Murano islands to admire its picturesque square and the fascinating palaces. A great experience where you will learn the manufacture and glassblowing art.
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You can feel the warmth, the smells and the sounds of the furnace and you will see the clever hands of the artisan mold the glass in front of your eyes and then, like magic, it will be transformed into a unique object, thanks to the work of a millennial artisan culture that has been handed down from one generation to another. The glassblowing art is recognized in all the world as a synonym of beauty. This art of molding the glass in all these shapes, was one of the best safeguarded secrets in the Venetian Republic. After the glass-making demonstration you will enjoy a island walking tour: the guide will narrate secrets and myths of Murano. You'll visit also the wonderful Church of San Donato, a masterpiece of the Venetian architecture symbol of the island. Exclusive experience to learn this incredible artisan art of the venetian laggon.
Admire a hidden jewel of Murano: the breathtaking Cathedral.
During the boat ride, you will pass in front of San Michele's Island: the Venice Cemetery
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable shoes suggested
- San Donato’s visit are available from Monday to Saturday (9am–12pm and 3:30pm–7pm) Sunday (3:30pm – 7pm).
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned, and the tour will leave with small groups.
Reviews(1,037)
Wonderful experience overall with a knowledgeable guide! The demonstration was great, and had the opportunity to see an exclusive gallery.
Good guide. Wish it can be longer.
Fantastic guide. Informative and delightful in all ways.
Wonderful experience our guide was extremely knowledgeable and very accommodating! He knew I get sea sick and made sure I had a seat that would minimize the issue, and it worked! Thank you Alvise!
Very detailed with the explanation Was a good amount of time in the two islands Good recommendation for food etc Great activities Overall great experience
Really informative guide. Boat wasn’t overcrowded. Had good recommendations on where to eat in Burano. Really pretty places to visit.
We got a very careful guide. He speaks English very well and talk a lot about Venice’s history
Funny guy, and clearly passionate about what he does. He's obviously very knowledgeable. We were lucky to have him.
Our guide was great, very helpful and fun
Very well presented with excellent English. Good knowledge on historial facts.
