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Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing

4.8 · 1,135 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Venice Operated by CITY TOURS CO. LTD Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
German, Chinese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A private guide and water taxi to Murano for a glassblowing demonstration and a walk through the island's history, with a Burano tier if you want the second island.

Food and drinks are not included, San Donato's church keeps its own opening hours, and the city access fee may apply to day visitors. 4.78 from 1,135 reviews for 3h.

Best for: Your own guide and a water taxi to Murano for a glassblowing demonstration and the island's story, two people minimum, at €90 per person. 4.78, 1,135 reviews. Glass & Mask Workshops comparison

Trade-off: Two people minimum; food and drinks extra.

In our comparison: #6 of 14 in Murano & Burano Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 22, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

6 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Murano Glass Tour - EnglishThe page priceEnglishPrivate Tour in English: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.€90 for 2+ people
Murano Glass Tour - ChineseChineseDuration: 3 hours Private Tour in Chinese: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.€90 for 2+ people
Murano Glass Tour - FrenchFrenchPrivate Tour in French: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.€90 for 2+ people
Murano Glass Tour - SpanishSpanishPrivate Tour in Spanish: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.€90 for 2+ people
Murano & Burano Tour - ChineseChineseDuration: 4 hours Private Tour in Chinese: Immerse yourself in the living tradition of Murano glass, then journey to Burano to enjoy its vibrant, colorful houses.€150 for 2+ people

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 22 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • Burano Island Visit (if option is selected)
  • Glass demostration
  • Private Guided Tour (3 hours) with commentary including watertaxi to Murano and back to Venice
  • Guided Murano walking tour
  • Private tour guide
  • Food or drinks

Reviews

4.8
1,135 ratings
Tripadvisor 1,041 · Viator 94

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,092 of 1,135

Star breakdown of all 1,135 ratings

5 stars
953 · 84%
4 stars
139 · 12%
3 stars
28 · 2%
2 stars
9 · 1%
1 star
6 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and live glassmaking; the recurring caveat is the emphasis on showroom sales.

Praised

  • Friendly guides who explain local history and answer questions
  • Watching glassmakers create pieces by hand
  • Boat journeys described as comfortable and relaxing
  • Guides who adapt to individual interests and needs

Complaints

  • Pressure to buy glass during factory showroom visits
  • Some describe guided walks around Murano, while others report no walking tour
  • Glassblowing demonstrations felt too brief to some
  • Some struggled to hear commentary through earpieces or over other guides

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (4 March 2026 to 17 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Face the Basilica with St. Mark’s Square behind you. Walk straight to the waterfront (Riva degli Schiavoni), passing the Doge’s Palace on your right. Turn left along the promenade and walk about 100m. Look for Calle de le Rasse on your left, enter, and after a short walk, you’ll reach Venice Tours. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 daily; scheduled through March 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
CITY TOURS CO. LTD; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food not included Food or drinks

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Murano & Burano Island Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #6 of 14€903h4.78 (1135)private
Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide€2904h4.92 (214)private
In-depth Guided Tour in a Real Murano Glass Factory€2945 min4.93 (132)shared
Murano Burano Islands Boat Tour Glass Factory & St Erasmo Winery€1094h 15m4.86 (139)shared

Ranked #6 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. Compare all 14 Murano & Burano Island Tours

From €90 per adult · Murano Glass Tour - English