--- title: Private Discovery of Murano Glass and Burano Lace lang: en type: tour city: Venice country: Italy price: 150 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.81 reviews: 401 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [cmn, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 4 of 14 (Murano & Burano Island Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/private-discovery-of-murano-glass-and-burano-lace/ --- # Private Discovery of Murano Glass and Burano Lace **Guidekin's take:** Both islands in one private outing: a water taxi to Murano for a glassmaker at work, then Burano for a lace demonstration and its painted houses, with your own guide setting the pace. Meals are not included and the walking suits people steady on their feet. 4.81 from 401 reviews at €150 per person. In our comparison: #4 of 14 in Murano & Burano Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the enchanting islands of Murano and Burano on a private tour from Venice. Visit Murano, renowned for its exquisite glass-making traditions, where you can witness artisans at work and explore charming glass workshops. Next, wander through Burano, famous for its brightly colored fishermen's houses and intricate lace-making. This tailored experience allows for a leisurely pace, ensuring you soak in the unique culture and craftsmanship of these islands. Ideal for those seeking a personalized exploration of Venice's artistic heritage. - Private guided tour of Murano and Burano islands - Observe traditional glass-blowing demonstrations in Murano - Stroll through Burano's picturesque streets and colorful facades - Flexible itinerary to suit your interests and schedule ## Key facts - Price: from €150 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.81/5 from 401 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: CITY TOURS CO. LTD - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Chinese, English, Italian, French, Spanish - 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 4.81 from 401 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 389 of 401. - 5 stars: 340 (85%) - 4 stars: 49 (12%) - 3 stars: 9 (2%) - 2 stars: 3 (1%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' local knowledge and Burano's colourful streets; crowded boats are a recurring caveat. **Praised:** - Friendly, knowledgeable guides who explain local history - Burano's colourful houses are a recurring highlight - Glassblowing demonstrations that show the craft in action - Well organised transport and clear instructions between stops - Useful recommendations for restaurants and shops **Complaints:** - Some enjoy the demonstrations, while others find them too brief, especially the lace display - Some report crowded boats with too few seats - Headset audio is sometimes too poor to hear the guide - Some find ample free time, while others feel rushed fitting in lunch and exploring Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-07-03 to 2026-07-28); 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Tour in French | €150 / person (for 2+ people) | French | - | | Tour in English | €150 / person (for 2+ people) | English | - | | Tour in Chinese | €150 / person (for 2+ people) | Chinese | - | | Tour in Spanish | €150 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish | - | ## What's included - Private transportation - Glass demostration - Lace demostration - Private tour guide - Guided Tour (4 hours) with commentary including watertaxi to Murano & Burano and back to Venice - Guided Murano and Burano walking tour ## Not included - Meals ## 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. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Murano & Burano Island Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #4 of 14** | €150 | 4h | 4.81 (401) | 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 #4 of 14 in Murano & Burano Island Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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