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Venice: Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing

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Venice: Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing
4.4
3548 reviews

Discover Venice's islands on this guided day trip by boat. Watch a glass-blowing demonstration in Murano, see the colorful houses in Burano, and learn about Venetian life and traditions.

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Duration 4 - 4.5 hours
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English, Spanish, French, Italian, German

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Alice – United Kingdom

We thoroughly enjoyed this trip. The guide was very clear, translated into 5 languages! It was all well timed and perfectly organised. The glass blowing demonstration was only 10 minutes but well worth it. He made it look so easy but it obviously takes years to master. We spent too much time in the shop looking at expensive glass, I would advise heading out to see a bit of the island after the demo. Burano island was so pretty, we really enjoyed the free time here to explore. Lots of lovely places to eat and drink and some shops selling beautiful lace pieces.

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Ashley – Australia

This was a great way to see the islands at our own pace. You don’t get much time on Murano after the glassblowing demonstration but that was really interesting in itself. The island is beautiful and quiet. Then we had over an hour to explore Burano which was great. Enough time for a quick bite to eat and walk around. Boat was big and clean. Guide was a little hard to understand at times because we were sitting outside.

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Castello, 4562

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    Murano

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    Glass factory

    Visit

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    Burano

    Free time

  • Arrive back at:

    Castello, 4562

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Witness the breathtaking views of the Venetian laggon
  • Travel in comfort and style on a panoramic boating vessel
  • Enjoy a glassblowing demonstration on the island of Murano
  • Take a picturesque stroll amongst the colorful houses of Burano

Full description

Discover the most charming and famous islands of the Venetian Lagoon on this half-day excursion. Marvel at the beautiful surroundings of Venice and learn more about Venetian life and traditions.
Start your journey in a comfortable panoramic boat leaving from the St. Mark's area and reach the island of Murano in around 30 minutes. You will be welcomed to a glass factory to see a glass-blowing demonstration made by a glass master. You can purchase some craft souvenir items in the shop with an exclusive 10% discount.
Head next to Burano Island. Immerse yourself in its quaint and colorful houses for just over an hour. On Burano, admire the fishermen's houses painted in bright colors to find their way home when returning from the sea.
The island is also known internationally for its rare artisan lace. Close the mooring dock in the island center, observe the lace makers and enjoy your time relaxing or buying the typical biscuits made on the island: i bussolai. Board newly to go back to Venice and enjoy the quiet nature of the Venetian lagoon

Includes

  • Motorboat from/to Venice
  • Visit to Murano and Burano islands
  • Visit to a glass factory in Murano
  • 10% discount at the Murano glass factory
  • Multilingual assistance and explanations
  • Guided tours on the islands
  • Food and beverage
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

Arrive 20 minutes before the activity starts. The meeting point is a yellow desk located in Riva degli Schiavoni at the corner, the intersection, with Calle degli Albanesi and the Hotel Danieli Excelsior. Please read well: the meeting Point is exactly at the Corner of Calle degli Albanesi with Hotel Danieli Excelsior (note: Danieli Excelsior, not just "Danieli") and Calle degli Albanesi/Palazzo Prigioni Nuove. Google's point is not precise (see picture of our desk).

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Important information

Know before you go

  • A short walk is required between the meeting point and the boarding point
  • This tour does not include a guided visit to each island. Your assistant will give you tips and information through a speaker on board the vessel
  • The order of the islands visited is subject to change
  • Dogs on leashes are welcome (muzzles required)

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 3548 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.3/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Alice – United KingdomNovember 16, 2024 – Verified booking
We thoroughly enjoyed this trip. The guide was very clear, translated into 5 languages! It was all well timed and perfectly organised. The glass blowing demonstration was only 10 minutes but well worth it. He made it look so easy but it obviously takes years to master. We spent too much time in the shop looking at expensive glass, I would advise heading out to see a bit of the island after the demo. Burano island was so pretty, we really enjoyed the free time here to explore. Lots of lovely places to eat and drink and some shops selling beautiful lace pieces.
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Ashley – AustraliaNovember 1, 2024 – Verified booking
This was a great way to see the islands at our own pace. You don’t get much time on Murano after the glassblowing demonstration but that was really interesting in itself. The island is beautiful and quiet. Then we had over an hour to explore Burano which was great. Enough time for a quick bite to eat and walk around. Boat was big and clean. Guide was a little hard to understand at times because we were sitting outside.
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Joshua – United StatesOctober 31, 2024 – Verified booking
Fantastic! The glass blowing demonstration was mesmerizing, and Burano was absolutely beautiful.

Product ID: 420571

Activity provider:Serenissima Motoscafi srl

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