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Murano Glass Factory
Fantastic experiance and well worth a visit
Authentic Murano Glass Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $147 / person
- Location
- Venice, Italy
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 85 reviews
- Languages
- RU, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Shome Venice
- Meeting point
- In front of the statue; the guide will have a board with your name.
Description
What does it mean being a Master Glassblower? The best Murano Glass experience, with the opportunity to meet a real Master Glassblower! Explore one of the oldest authentic Murano Glass factories, where the only exclusive "furnace" of the island was created. You will live the glass blowing art, with the chance to see a Master Glassblower and his team working following our millenary tradition. And then.. Maestro Fabio Fornasier will surprise you with a secret exhibition part of the project "Fantasy has no limit", usually not open to the public.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $147
- Child (ages 1–14)
- $44
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:07 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Murano
Discover the Original Murano Glass
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Private Glass Factory entrance
Private Glassblowing show
Welcome Drink
Secret exhibition entrance
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
85 reviews
How it compares in Venice
- Starting price $147 is 28% above the typical $115 for tours of similar length in Venice
Excurgo comparison of 1,967 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Murano Glass Tour take?
Authentic Murano Glass Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Authentic Murano Glass Tour cost?
Prices start at $147 per person for this Venice experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Authentic Murano Glass Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
How much does Authentic Murano Glass Tour cost for children?
Children aged 1–14 pay from $44, adults from $147.
Can I cancel Authentic Murano Glass Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is In front of the statue; the guide will have a board with your name. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Authentic Murano Glass Tour offered in?
The experience is available in RU, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Authentic Murano Glass Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 85 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Shome Venice.
Reviews(85)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Artisans at work! Would we recommend that tour to a friend?
The craft of glass blowing is very interesting. They clearly are artisans. Somehow expected more (but not sure what that would be) than a boat ride over to the island, then watching the glass artisans at work, then view items for sale in their expansive showroom(s). I’m glad we did it, but do not feel we need to do it again. All in all, a nice way to spend a few hours.
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Birthday in Murano/Burano
Lorenzo was enjoyable, insightful, and went above and beyond to celebrate a special day for our family
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Murano private
Wonderful work personal experience with Glass blowing demos. Beautiful pieces Of art and lovely people. Tour guide was exceptional - Tomasso
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Great Tour
Best tour - our guide was fantastic. And they even organised a boat for us to go over to Burano for a visit which wasn't included in the booking
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Murano Glass Tour
This private toyr was one of the highlights of our 2 week visit to Italy. You get to watch the artists create something amazing from start to finish. The pieces in the large show room are amazing.
J
Morano Glass - exquisite private tour
Private tour definitely worth it. They allowed us to take pictures and video the master glassblower at work. We were able to browse through all the showrooms. They negotiated a price on a vase within my budget. Pleasant experience, not pushy at all.
M
Not quite the experience we were hoping for.
We have always liked our Viator experiences but this one missed the mark. We thought we were getting more of a demonstration for glass blowing instead it turned out to be a sales pitch for buying something in their factory. Really enjoyed our chauffeur as he was knowledgeable and fun. But the reason for poor rating was once they knew we were not interested in buying anything it was a quick goodbye see you later.
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Murano Glass Blowing Tour
A tour guide meets you at the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II. He hails a water taxi which takes you and him to the island of Murano. He turns you over to a tour guide at the glass factory. The glass blowing is explained thoroughly and patiently. After the tour you are taken to the museum (showroom) where you can't resist buying an expensive souvenir! The glass tour guide turns you over to the original guide who hails a return water taxi and drops you off at the Emanuel II monument. The tour is only 2 hours and doesn't include water or a snack.
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Glass Blowing experience
Fascinating getting to watch the glass blowing process. We arrived more than half way through a piece being made, and had to ask to see the full process. They accommodated us but seemed quite put off by it. Their unique pieces are incredibly beautiful, but were a bit uncomfortable when marched through the gallery to see if we wanted to purchase a piece. Honestly we had no idea what artwork such as that would cost but $7000 is waaaaaayyyyy out of our budget. If you are going to buy glass though, it is worth going to Murano.
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