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Half Day Murano & Burano Islands Small Group Tour by Private Boat

4.8 Great 1457 reviews
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4h 30m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Two islands by boat? in our Murano & Burano Island Tours comparison. Join the shared Murano and Burano boat tour: glass and lace demos, 4h 30m at €26 per person; English only, passport copy needed. 4.77, 1,457 reviews.

Trade-off: Passport copy required; not for wheelchairs.

Last checked: September 22, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A half day by private boat to Murano for a glassblower at work and Burano for lacemaking, with a guide and free time on both islands, without the public vaporetto queues. Food and drinks are not included, everyone must carry a copy of their passport page, and the city access fee may apply to day visitors. 4.77 from 1,457 reviews at €26 per person.

From the guide

This half-day boat tour takes you beyond central Venice to two of the lagoon’s most famous islands, without the hassle of navigating public ferries on your own. Travel by private boat with an expert English-speaking guide, then step into Murano’s glassmaking heritage as a master glassblower shapes molten glass in a working studio. Continue to Burano, where local artisans keep the island’s delicate lacemaking tradition alive by hand.

Compared with other Murano & Burano Island Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #6 of 15€264h 30m4.77 (1457)shared
Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide€2904h4.92 (210)private
In-depth Guided Tour in a Real Murano Glass Factory€2945 min4.93 (129)shared
Murano Burano Islands Boat Tour Glass Factory & St Erasmo Winery€1094h 15m4.88 (133)shared

Ranked #6 of 15 in Murano & Burano Island Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €290, median €69; typical length 4h 15m. 3 of 15 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 15 Murano & Burano Island Tours

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 08:30, 08:45, 13:30, 14:00
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 08:30, 08:45, 13:30, 14:00. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.

What's Included

Free time to explore both islands
Glassblowing demonstration in Murano
Expert English-speaking guide
Lacemaking demonstration in Burano
Private boat transportation from Venice

What's Not Included

Food & Beverages
Guide tips

Itinerary

Venice Stop 1
Meet your small group and tour leader at the meeting point in the heart of Venice. Then board a private Vaporetto, just for your tour group, to your first stop island stop, Murano.
Pass by
Isola di Murano Stop 2
Arrive on Murano, the island known worldwide for its glassmaking tradition. Visit a working glassblower’s studio and watch molten glass take shape while your guide explains how this craft became one of Venice’s most famous exports.
1h 15m
Burano Stop 3
Continue by private boat from Murano to Burano. The short ride gives you another chance to take in the lagoon scenery before arriving at one of Venice’s most distinctive islands. Step onto Burano, known for its brightly painted fishermen’s houses and lacemaking heritage. Visit a small workshop to watch artisans practice traditional lacemaking, then enjoy free time to stroll, shop, and take photos.
1h 45m
Piazza San Marco Stop 4
After your visit to Murano and Burano conclude, hop on our private boat alongside your tour leader and enjoy the panoramic views on the way back to Venice's main island.
45 min

Departure & Return

Start point

Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early. Between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square (columns of San Marco & San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. Your guide will be holding a "The Tour Guy" sign.

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End point

Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early. Between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square (columns of San Marco & San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. Your guide will be holding a "The Tour Guy" sign.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Mandatory: Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. A photo of the first page of your passport saved on your smartphone works as well.
  • 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
  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
  • This tour is not recommended for travellers prone to seasickness.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 26 / person