VENICE · THE LAGOON
The best of Venice, in order.
The 15 most popular murano, burano & torcello island tours in Venice. The ones worth your hours in a city you cross on foot and by water, with prices, run times and who to book each with.
Half-day boat loop through Murano glassmaking, Torcello calm, and Burano’s painted houses, with factory visit and island free time.
Most Popular“I loved the tour and the guide was very informative. It could be nice to would’ve stayed in Burano a bit longer it’s such a beautiful town! 😍🫶”
6 hours by panoramic boat to Murano, Burano, and Torcello, with a glassblowing demo and a Murano factory discount.
“There is no much time (about 1h) to explore the villages but apart from that it was a very nice day.”
Venice boat tour to Murano and Burano plus a Murano glass factory demo. See colorful houses and enjoy free island time.
“Just let customers know it's 1 hr or so walk into San Marco square. but wonderful experience.”
Half-day motorboat tour of Murano glass, Torcello Byzantine churches, and Burano lace and color, with limited time ashore.
“Perfect for a quick getaway! Very friendly and informative staff. Flexible time options and location access.”
Private-boat small-group tour to Murano glass and Burano lace, with guided demos, time to wander, and a calm lagoon ride for up to 22.
“Our Tour Lady, Sylvia, was very informative & did an incredible job. We would love to do a wine & food tour with Sylvia.”
Panoramic boat to Murano and Burano with a Murano glassblowing show, free time in Burano, and onboard multilingual commentary for a great half-day value.
“The time at each island was a bit short but over all it was amazing. I really like Burano more than I did Murano because it seemed to have more culture, shops, restaurants and community. It was great to see local families and kids playing, not to mention the beautiful colorful homes. Murano was amazing…”
Boat day trip from Venice to Murano, Burano and Torcello with a Murano glass factory demo and free time on each island.
“Wonderful tour, our guide was amazing especially as he had to say everything in 3 different languages.”
Guided boat tour to Murano and Burano for live glassblowing, lace-making, colorful houses, and optional wine and Venetian bites.
“An absolutely wonderful experience! The guide was exceptional - professional, engaging, and a fantastic storyteller. Highly recommended!🤩”
Private boat to Murano and Burano with English-led glassblowing and lace demos plus time to roam colorful streets.
“Manu was the best guide we could have asked for, 5 Star guide providing us with so much information of the Venetian way of lifr”
Half-day Gran Turismo boat to Murano and Burano: live glassblowing, lace shopping, and colorful house photos with a multilingual guide.
“Beautiful islands, the guide told us so many things on the way! Excellent”
Half-day boat trip from Venice to Murano and Burano for glassblowing and lace demos, plus free time in colorful Burano.
“Incredible! Highly recommend this tour as part of your Venice time. Loved being able to see the glass blowing at Murano and the colorful buildings of Burano”
Boat trip through the Venetian Lagoon to Murano, Burano and Torcello with live commentary and a Murano glass demo, plus time to explore.
“Fun experience, the host was informed and friendly”
Murano glass factory tour with a guided look at glassblowing, a master demo, and a €10 credit for purchases at Vetreria Artistica Colleoni.
“Nice guide, short demonstration of glass work. Very friendly stuff”
Private boat to Murano and Burano for glassblowing, lace-making, and lagoon views, with shopping time and a included Prosecco.
“The Murano/Burano experience was unique. Our guide was born and raised in Venice had lived in Burano. She had a special connection with the merchants in Burano and gave us so much information about the life in Venice. It was an unforgettable experience.”
Private Murano glassblowing tour from Venice with a boat ride, factory demo, Murano walking, and optional Burano add-on for artisan crafts.
“The guide Syria was fantastic! She talked about life in Venice, growing up here, challenges, history and future. This is the second time we have been to Murano Glass but first time guided was so much better! We learned a great deal. All handmade glass is exquisite and purchased some lovely items for our home…”
The basilica, the islands, the canals and the table, and every way to see them.
