--- title: Murano Island Glassblowing Show - Made in Italy Art & Walk lang: en type: tour city: Venice country: Italy price: 34 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.66 reviews: 244 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 9 of 14 (Murano & Burano Island Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/murano-island-glassblowing-show-made-in-italy-art-walk/ --- # Murano Island Glassblowing Show - Made in Italy Art & Walk **Guidekin's take:** A semi private water taxi from St Mark's to a Murano furnace for a glassblowing demonstration with a guide, then back across the lagoon. Bring a printed voucher, arrive early, and expect a postponement in severe weather. 4.66 from 244 reviews at €34 per person. In our comparison: #9 of 14 in Murano & Burano Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Depart from St. Mark’s Square aboard a semi-private water taxi and glide across the lagoon toward Murano, the island where Venice’s most treasured tradition still burns bright. The craft of the master glassmakers was so precious that they were forbidden from leaving the Republic, ensuring that the secrets of this extraordinary art remained uniquely Venetian. Today, you’ll step inside an authentic furnace and stand just a few feet away as molten glass becomes shape, color, and life in the hands of a Murano maestro. It’s a rare chance to witness a Made-in-Italy masterpiece take form right before your eyes. After the demonstration, enjoy a guided stroll through Murano’s charming canals, artisan studios, and island atmosphere. With its blend of history, artistry, and intimate experience, this tour offers not just a visit, but an unforgettable encounter with Venice’s most iconic craft before returning comfortably to St. Mark’s by water taxi. ## Before you book - Meeting point: From St. - 5 start times: between 09:00 and 15:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Children from €25: ages 6 to 14 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €34 per person for the Murano Island Tour in English option; other options up to €150 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.66/5 from 244 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: CITY TOURS CO. LTD - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: English - Start times: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-22 ## Reviews 4.66 from 244 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 225 of 244. - 5 stars: 197 (81%) - 4 stars: 28 (11%) - 3 stars: 6 (2%) - 2 stars: 8 (3%) - 1 star: 5 (2%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers enjoy the glassmaking and boat rides, but some find the demonstration too brief. **Praised:** - Glassblowing demonstrations that showcase the makers' skill - Enjoyable boat journeys to the islands - Knowledgeable guides who make local history engaging **Complaints:** - Some found the glassblowing demonstration too brief - Some felt the visit focused more on showroom sales than glassmaking - Some describe guided visits, while others say the advertised walking tour was missing - Commentary that was hard to hear through radios or boat speakers Written by Guidekin from the 89 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2017-10-09 to 2026-08-23); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Murano Island Tour in English | €34 / person | English | Duration: 3 hours | | Murano & Burano Private Tour | €150 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Tour in English: Choose this option for a private tour. Immerse yourself in the living tradition of Murano glass,then journey to Burano Island | ## What's included - Glass demonstration at Murano Furnace - Guided tour by a qualified and experienced tour guide - Semi private water taxi to Murano island and back ## Not included - Food and drinks - Hotel Pick-Up ## Itinerary 1. **Laguna di Venezia** (pass by, no stop) - A specialized official tour leader which provides some information on board and assistance on the islands. 2. **Isola di Murano** (30m; admission included) - Murano is known throughout the world for its glassmaking Art. You will visit a Furnace to see glass products being made. During the visit you will have the opportunity to buy a piece of the local production on site. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22 - 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 From St. Mark’s Square, face the Basilica and turn right towards the Doge’s Palace. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs to Riva degli Schiavoni (the waterfront promenade). Walk for 2 minutes, then turn left into Calle de le Rasse. The Venice Tours Office is at number 4536. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJq4WRru2xfkcRd5NVFrIGP4c Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time, upon arrival at the redemption location you should present your printed voucher to the representative, once verified you obtain the ticket and can join the tour. - The tour will not take place in case of exceptionally bad weather, boats are completely covered, the tour operates regularly in case of rain (in these cases it can be postponed the days after). - 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 ## Compared with other Murano & Burano Island Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #9 of 14** | €34 | 3h | 4.66 (244) | 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 #9 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/murano-burano-from-venice/?format=md ## More in Venice - All Venice tours: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/murano-island-glassblowing-show-made-in-italy-art-walk/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/?format=md