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title: Half Day Murano & Burano Islands Small Group Tour by Private Boat
lang: en
type: tour
city: Venice
country: Italy
price: 26
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.78
reviews: 1593
duration_minutes: 270
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Two islands by boat?
rank_in_category: 5 of 14 (Murano & Burano Island Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-11-03
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/half-day-murano-burano-islands-small-group-tour-by-private-boat/
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# Half Day Murano & Burano Islands Small Group Tour by Private Boat

**Guidekin's take:** 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. 4.78 from 1593 reviews at €26 per person.

**Two islands by boat?:** Join the shared Murano and Burano boat tour: glass and lace demos, 4h 30m at €26 per person; English only, passport copy needed. 4.78, 1593 reviews. Trade-off: Passport copy required; not for wheelchairs. (last checked September 22, 2026)

In our comparison: #5 of 14 in Murano & Burano Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

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.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early.
- 4 start times: between 08:30 and 14:00
- Food not included: Food & Beverages
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €20: ages 0 to 5

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €26 per person
- Duration: 4h 30m
- Rating: 4.78/5 from 1593 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: The Tour Guy
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:30, 08:45, 13:30, 14:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.78 from 1593 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1520 of 1593.

- 5 stars: 1353 (85%)
- 4 stars: 167 (10%)
- 3 stars: 48 (3%)
- 2 stars: 11 (1%)
- 1 star: 14 (1%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and Burano; the main caveat is too little free time to explore the islands.

**Praised:**
- Knowledgeable, friendly guides explain Venetian history and island life
- Watching glassblowing and lace making
- Exploring Burano's colourful streets and shops
- Relaxing boat rides between the islands

**Complaints:**
- Some find the pace relaxed, while others want more free time on the islands
- Too much time allocated to the Murano showroom
- Some enjoy the glassblowing, while others find the demonstration too basic

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-09-18 to 2026-10-03); last checked 2026-10-04.

## 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

## Not included

- Food & Beverages
- Guide tips

## Itinerary

1. **Venice** (pass by, no stop) - 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.
2. **Isola di Murano** (1h 15m) - 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.
3. **Burano** (1h 45m) - 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....
4. **Piazza San Marco** (45m) - 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.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:30, 08:45, 13:30, 14:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting 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. 
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJvQec0eixfkcRoU1yYGcYsTY

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- 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.

## Compared with other Murano & Burano Island Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #5 of 14** | €26 | 4h 30m | 4.78 (1593) | shared |
| [Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide](/italy/venice/tours/luxury-tour-of-murano-burano-by-private-boat-and-guide/?format=md) | €290 | 4h | 4.92 (214) | private |
| [In-depth Guided Tour in a Real Murano Glass Factory](/italy/venice/tours/in-depth-guided-tour-in-a-real-murano-glass-factory/?format=md) | €29 | 45 min | 4.93 (132) | shared |
| [Murano Burano Islands Boat Tour Glass Factory & St Erasmo Winery](/italy/venice/tours/murano-burano-islands-boat-tour-glass-factory-st-erasmo-winery/?format=md) | €109 | 4h 15m | 4.86 (139) | shared |

Ranked #5 of 14 in Murano & Burano Island Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €290, median €60; typical length 4h 8m. 3 of 14 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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