Tours/Venice/Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Tour with Optional Torcello Stop
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Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Tour with Optional Torcello Stop

4.2(126)Venice1 hour
VIATOR4.1(98)TRIPADVISOR4.4(28)

Description

Departure from San Marco - Cornoldi. We take you across the lagoon with a sightseeing boat, listen your multilingual guide on board and visit the three most important Islands of the Venetian Lagoon: Murano, Burano and Torcello. • See Murano Island famous for its glass making since the 10th century • Visit Burano the island of colorful houses and the traditional Burano lace • Get by boat to the historical Torcello island, the "mother of Venice

Tour Options

2 islands 2.30 PM
  • Duration: 4 hours: Duration 4 hours ad 30 min approx Murano 1 hour 15 min Burano 1 hour 30 min
2 islands 11.00 AM
  • Duration: 6 hours: Murano 1h 15 min approx Burano 2h 30 min approx
3 islands 11.00 AM
  • Duration: 6 hours: Duration 6 hours approx Murano 1 hour 15 min Burano 1 hour 30 min Torcello 1 hour
2 islands 10.00 AM
  • Duration: 4 hours: Duration 4 hours ad 30 min approx Murano 1 hour 15 min Burano 1 hour 30 min

Itinerary

15 min

Meeting point 30 min before in riva degli Schiavoni. Depart from either the St. Mark's Square area and begin your journey. Board a panoramic boat and leave towards the northern part of the lagoon.

Admission included120 min

Departing from Venice, we take you across the lagoon for visiting the three Islands of the Venetian Lagoon: Murano, Burano and Torcello. Multilingual live tour commentary provided in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish during the boat trip between each island.

75 min

The first stop will be Murano Island, famous for its glass production and picturesque views. Here, have the chance to visit a glass factory and observe a local artist giving shape to a glass piece of art. Let yourself be amazed by Murano Island, but also remember to get back in time to the boat to leave for the next highlight.

90 min

The next stop is Burano Island, famous for its colorful houses. Apart from being a paradise for photography lovers, it is home to a long tradition of lace production. Enough free time will be left to stroll around the island and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere that can still be found here.

60 min

(If option is selected) Torcello is the last island, known as the Mother of Venice. You have the chance to visit the Basilica, which is one of the oldest in the Lagoon and holds some beautiful mosaics, or maybe visit the museum. If not you can just spend your time walking around this enchanting and very historical island. With eyes full of beauty and camera cards full of memories to cherish, you will then catch your motorboat ride back to Venice.

Highlights

Free time in Torcello if option selected
Multilingual guided tour during the boat transfer in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Guided visit to a glass factory in Murano
Free time in Burano
Boat Transportation

What's included

Included
Free time in Torcello if option selected
Multilingual guided tour during the boat transfer in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Guided visit to a glass factory in Murano
Free time in Burano
Boat Transportation
Not included
Gratuities (Optional)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Please bring a packed lunch if you prefer to enjoy more time exploring the island (not included)

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Check-in is 30 minutes prior to the booked tour start time
  • For all late arrivals or no show, no refund.
  • 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

Reviews(126)

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AnnMarie_W
August 17, 2026
Missed the tour

We missed the tour as we had trouble finding our way around. We were very sad as we were so looking forward to it

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F1864TFlaurenm
August 2, 2026
10/10 experience

This was so cool! I could have stayed at the glass factory watching demonstrations all day. And of course Burano is so beautiful and colorful. Highly recommend

Operator response

Hello, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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carolina_P
July 16, 2026
Murano Burano Torcello

Beautiful tour of the three islands Georgia is a genius, very attentive and kind to all questions and with a good attitude

Operator response

Hello Caroline, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Laura_M
July 14, 2026
We had a fabulous time! Well worth the money and time!

It’s very hot in July so take some water and a fan! Burano is exceptionally beautiful. I’m so glad we took this trip!

Operator response

Hello Laura, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Jennifer_W
July 2, 2026
Good tour but needed longer on the islands

The islands were good and worth the visit. We didn't have enough time on Murano island and if you wanted to get lunch on Burano island then you'd need more time there too. It was a very hot day when we did our tour and it would have been nice if the boat sold cold drinks. Overall the trip was good and the islands were lovely to visit, I'd recommend getting a water bus/taxi to the islands if you want to have more free time there and not feel rushed.

Operator response

Hello Jennifer, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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alesia_s
June 22, 2026
This is all you need to visit the Murano, Burano &Torcello islands while you are staying in Venice

This tour is fantastic. This is all you need to visit the Murano, Burano &Torcello islands while you are staying in Venice. The boat delivers you to each island one by one, with approximately 1.5-2 hours of free time to do your shopping, explore, and walk around. On the way to each island, a multilingual guide tells you some facts and history about them. Excellent tour!

Operator response

Hello Alesia, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Leonie_H
June 18, 2026
Murano glass...

Murano glass demonstration was short but amazing. Burano island with the lace making and restaurants was fabulous

Operator response

Hello, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Cristina_C
June 11, 2026
Very professional, well...

Very professional, well organized, properly informed but in the same time friendly, a pleasant experience, thank you!

Operator response

Hello Cristina, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Robin_W
June 1, 2026
Burano great to vist

Burano was a superb visit could have stayed much longer Muranon was a shepherd visit into a glass blowing demo and then into their gift shop no real time for other activities

Operator response

Hello Robin, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Edward_B
May 22, 2026
Great experience but short on time.

Great tour guide and experience. Not enough time in each island, I would recommend the water taxi and move at your own pace.

Operator response

Hello Edward, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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