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“the trip was really nice, the Burano stop should be a bit longer, perhaps an extra 30 min, apart from it it was perfect.”
6 hours by panoramic boat to Murano, Burano, and Torcello, with a glassblowing demo and a Murano factory discount.
“This was a lovely day trip around the islands with so much to see and do. Great value for money!”
Venice boat tour to Murano and Burano plus a Murano glass factory demo. See colorful houses and enjoy free island time.
“Great! But, the boat speakers were not that good… it was hard to hear anything on the boat ride there and back. I would invest in Bose Outdoor Speakers or something. I would have like the Glass tour at the end to carry the items less in the rain but it was ok.”
Half-day motorboat tour of Murano glass, Torcello Byzantine churches, and Burano lace and color, with limited time ashore.
“Doing this tour is a great way to get a view of the lagoon and closer look at some of the islands that are part of Venice. But it’s difficult to hear the guide on the microphone and the stops are touristy. Recommend taking the vaporetto on your own and exploring on your own.”
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.
“Wonderful tour! We traveled with 3 adults and 3 kids and it was the perfect length. The glass blowing demo in Murano was very special. No time to explore in Murano but lots of time to wander Burano which was a delightful little island. Our tour guide, Carrie, was friendly and knowledgeable and gave great…”
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.
“We have travelled to Murano and Burano before, but this was a truly great experience. It was nice to mostly be there on our own in a more laid back atmosphere. The colors and beauty of Butano were so charming!”
Boat day trip from Venice to Murano, Burano and Torcello with a Murano glass factory demo and free time on each island.
“Great trip, went to the 3 islands, had plenty of time at each, didn't feel rushed. good price, really enjoyed the day”
Guided boat tour to Murano and Burano for live glassblowing, lace-making, colorful houses, and optional wine and Venetian bites.
“This was an amazing tour. I loved very much the glass factory in Murano and the views in Burano. Alegra was an exceptional tour guide who gave such insightful history of Venice and Murano and Burano. We loved the whole experience”
Private boat to Murano and Burano with English-led glassblowing and lace demos plus time to roam colorful streets.
“Our tour guide Elena was wonderful! She shared so many interesting facts and stories of Venice, Murano and Burano as well as gave us good tips on eating and shopping!”
Half-day Gran Turismo boat to Murano and Burano: live glassblowing, lace shopping, and colorful house photos with a multilingual guide.
“Enjoyed the glass blowing, good amount of time on each island. Burano is a must see. Would be nice to receive a map with things to do on the island as we were unsure what to do with our time”
Half-day boat trip from Venice to Murano and Burano for glassblowing and lace demos, plus free time in colorful Burano.
“The activity overall was exceptional, mostly thanks to our Tour Guide Claudia! You could tell that Claudia really loves her job, she is very knowledgeable and her effervescence and enthusiasm really brings you along for the ride! The glass blowing demonstration was quite good but I note that, depending on where you were standing, there…”
Boat trip through the Venetian Lagoon to Murano, Burano and Torcello with live commentary and a Murano glass demo, plus time to explore.
“Amazing, we are students so it was economical for us, very sweet staff and helpful. 10/10 recommended”
Murano glass factory tour with a guided look at glassblowing, a master demo, and a €10 credit for purchases at Vetreria Artistica Colleoni.
“Amazing experience. The guide and the glass blowers were amazing at explaining and demonstrating everything. They were very sweet to our children too and we couldn’t be more grateful. 100% recommended.”
Private boat to Murano and Burano for glassblowing, lace-making, and lagoon views, with shopping time and a included Prosecco.
“Boat trip much longer than expected, probably 2 hours in total. Murano glass demonstration was interesting and Burano was a nice, quieter escape from Venice.”
Private Murano glassblowing tour from Venice with a boat ride, factory demo, Murano walking, and optional Burano add-on for artisan crafts.
“Our guide adapted our tour to our needs and was kind and helpful. We took a beautiful private boat taxi to Murano, watched a glass-blowing demonstration by a master and walked around the island of Murano. Lovely day.”
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