About this experience
The perfect way to discover the beauty of the Venice Lagoon on a panoramic half-day boat tour to Murano, Burano, and optionally Torcello, led by an experienced local guide onboard.
Highlights
- Expert local guide onboard with multilingual commentary
- Multiple daily departures & several Venice boarding points
- Up to 1.5 hours free time per island (Murano & Burano option)
- Visit Murano, Burano & optionally Torcello in one boat tour
- Watch live glassblowing at a Murano glass factory
What's included
- Round-trip boat transportation in the Venice Lagoon
- Visit to Murano, Burano and (optionally) Torcello
- Free time on each island
- Up to 1.5 hours per island (Murano & Burano option)
- Approx. 50 minutes per island (3-island option)
- Visit to a Murano glass factory
- Live glassblowing demonstration
- Multilingual onboard commentary
- Telephone assistance before and during the tour
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Discover the beauty of the Venice Lagoon on a panoramic boat tour to Murano, Burano, and optionally Torcello, led by an experienced local guide onboard. This flexible half-day experience is the perfect way to explore the most famous islands of Venice in a short time.
Depart from multiple embarkation points in Venice and choose from several departures throughout the day, making it easy to fit the tour into your schedule. Enjoy multilingual commentary on board and full telephone assistance for a smooth and stress-free experience.
Your first stop is Murano, world-renowned for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition. Visit a historic glass factory and watch a live glassblowing demonstration by a master artisan — a fascinating insight into one of Venice’s most iconic crafts.
Continue to the colorful island of Burano, famous for its brightly painted houses and charming canals. Enjoy free time to stroll through its picturesque streets, take stunning photos, and soak in the enchanting atmosphere.
Depending on the option selected:
• Murano & Burano Option: Enjoy approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes on each island, allowing for a more relaxed and in-depth visit.
• Murano, Burano & Torcello Option: Spend approximately 50 minutes on each island, ideal for travelers who want to see three Venetian islands in one short excursion.
If you choose the three-island option, you will also visit Torcello, one of the oldest settlements in the lagoon, known for its peaceful atmosphere and rich history.
This tour combines culture, tradition, and breathtaking lagoon scenery — a perfect experience for visitors who want to discover the highlights of the Venetian islands with expert guidance and maximum flexibility
Terms & conditions
You will receive your boarding instructions after booking. Please arrive at the selected departure point at least 15 minutes before departure time.
Vouchers must be exchanged at the departure point before boarding.
If you arrive late for the tour, it can be rescheduled to another time if availability allows. Otherwise, you will be refunded.
In case of adverse weather or exceptional tides, the tour may be modified or cancelled. In this case, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
Onboard commentary is delivered in English, Italian, Spanish, French, and German.
Please note that this is not a guided walking tour on the islands. The guide will escort you only in front of the Murano glass factory. Afterwards, you will have free time to explore independently.
Island stop duration:
– Approximately 50 minutes per island (3-island option)
– Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes per island (Murano & Burano option)
Large luggage is not permitted onboard.