Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5–6 hours
- Price from
- $29 / person
- Location
- Venice, Italy
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 769 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 80
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- CITY TOURS CO. LTD
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is in front of Palazzo Cornoldi, Riva degli Schiavoni 4142 (8 minutes walking from St.Mark's Square).Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time
Description
Enjoy the Venice islands tour in the norther lagoon to admire Murano, Burano and Torcello in all their beauty. (the island you will visit depends on the choosen option). A guided boat tour to the Venetian lagoon to discover these marvelous places rich of history and culture. The first stop is Murano, worldwide famous for its magical glass-blowing art. Here you will visit a glass factory enjoying a demonstration by a local glass master that creates a glass artwork in front of your eyes! Then, you will see the picturesque Burano island with its multicolored houses and the delicious local cakes “bussolai”. Here you’ll spent 1 hour and half free to visit the island. The last stop is the mysterious Torcello with the oldest churches of Venice. Here the Venice Republic was born. During your journey back you’ll admire the beauty of the Venetian Norther lagoon.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 9:30 AM–2:30 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 6+)
- $29
- Child (ages 3–5)
- $17
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 31 of the next 148 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Piazza San Marco
Meeting point
Isola di Murano
The first stop is Murano, renowned all over the world for its glass making. Murano’s art of glassmaking is considered to be a synonym of preciousness and beauty. You will have the opportunity to visit an authentic glass furnace with local craftsmen at work. During the visit you can buy some local souvenirs to keep as a memento of this incredible experience. Just take your time to discover the lovely island.
Burano
Then, this visit will take you to the picturesque Burano: the island world-known for its multicolored houses and celebrated for its unique lace-making art. Do not miss the chance to visit the Main Square and the Church of San Martino with the “Crucifixion”, one of the most famous painting of Tiepolo. You will have time to have an unforgettable lunch on the island. An amazing excursion to live the real soul of the Venetian lagoon.
Torcello
IF OPTION IS SELECTEDThe last, but not the least is the quiet and sparsely populated island of Torcello, the first center of civilization in the estuary. On these island you can admire the oldest churches of the lagoon and discover how Venice was born!
Laguna di Venezia
An unforgettable boat tour of the northern lagoon. You will admire the most famous islands of Venice: Murano and Burano. A multilingual guide will be with you during the visit and will explain everything about the history of the lagoon and its famous local craft productions: Murano Glass and Burano laces. Enjoy the panoramic boat, from where you can take marvelous pictures of Venice and its lagoon
What's included
Included
Murano Island Visit
Visit to a Murano Furnace with a live glass demonstration
Torcello Island Visit (IF OPTION IS SELECTED)
Transportation by panoramic boat
Lace-making demonstration in Burano Island
Burano Island Visit
Guided tour on board with a qualified and experienced tour guide
Not included
Hotel pickup
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
769 reviews
How it compares in Venice
- No. 40 by number of reviews among 1,965 tours in Venice
- Starting price $29 is 89% below the typical $263 for tours of similar length in Venice
Excurgo comparison of 1,965 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is compulsory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time
- The visit could be multilingual.
- The tour will not take place in case of exceptionally bad weather, boats are completely covered, the tour operates regularly in case of rain (in these cases it can be postponed the days after).
- 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 Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour take?
Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $29 per person for this Venice experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM.
How much does Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–5 pay from $17, adults from $29. Infants go free.
Does Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour sell out?
It can: 31 of the next 148 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided 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 The meeting point is in front of Palazzo Cornoldi, Riva degli Schiavoni 4142 (8 minutes walking from St.Mark's Square). Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 80 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 769 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by CITY TOURS CO. LTD.
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