--- title: "Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing" lang: en type: tour city: Venice country: Italy price: 90 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.78 reviews: 1135 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [de, cmn, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Furnace on Murano? rank_in_category: 6 of 14 (Murano & Burano Island Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/private-tour-on-murano-island-discover-the-art-of-artisanal-glassblowing/ --- # Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing **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 1135 reviews for 3h. **Furnace on Murano?:** 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, 1135 reviews. Trade-off: Two people minimum; food and drinks extra. (last checked September 22, 2026) In our comparison: #6 of 14 in Murano & Burano Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview A 3 hours guided visit to Murano: the worldwide famous island for the glassblowing's tradition! You will enjoy the tour from an artistic, historical, and traditional point of view, admiring the artisans of this peculiar art at work! Your guide will accompany you through the discovery of the techniques of this ancient art, in a tour which includes a demonstration by the real glass craftsmen! You can also choose to attend the optional visit of San Donato’s, the splendid Church of the Island. You will enjoy also a walking tour of Murano islands to admire its picturesque square and the fascinating palaces. A great experience where you will learn the manufacture and glassblowing art. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Face the Basilica with St. - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 8 start times: between 09:00 and 15:00 - Food not included: Food or drinks **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €90 per person for the Murano Glass Tour - English option; other options up to €150 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.78/5 from 1135 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: CITY TOURS CO. LTD - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: German, Chinese, English, Italian, French, Spanish - Start times: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-22 ## Reviews 4.78 from 1135 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1092 of 1135. - 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 (2026-03-04 to 2026-09-17); 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 Glass Tour - English | €90 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Tour in English: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital. | | Murano Glass Tour - Chinese | €90 / person (for 2+ people) | Chinese | Duration: 3 hours Private Tour in Chinese: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital. | | Murano Glass Tour - French | €90 / person (for 2+ people) | French | Private Tour in French: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital. | | Murano Glass Tour - Spanish | €90 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish | Private Tour in Spanish: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital. | | Murano & Burano Tour - Chinese | €150 / person (for 2+ people) | Chinese | Duration: 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. | | Murano & Burano Tour - English | €150 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 4 hours Private Tour in English: Immerse yourself in the living tradition of Murano glass, then journey to Burano to enjoy its vibrant, colorful houses. | ## What's 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 ## Not included - Food or drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Isola di Murano** (2h) - You can feel the warmth, the smells and the sounds of the furnace and you will see the clever hands of the artisan mold the glass in front of your eyes and then, like magic, it will be transformed into a unique object, thanks to the work of a millennial artisan culture that... 2. **Duomo di Murano Santi Maria e Donato** (pass by, no stop) - Admire a hidden jewel of Murano: the breathtaking Cathedral. 3. **San Michele** (pass by, no stop) - During the boat ride, you will pass in front of San Michele's Island: the Venice Cemetery ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 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 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. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJi5nlAtixfkcR8MY0lDVou84 Ends: back at the meeting point ## 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 - Comfortable shoes suggested - San Donato’s visit are available from Monday to Saturday (9am–12pm and 3:30pm–7pm) Sunday (3:30pm – 7pm). - 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 - All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned, and the tour will leave with small groups. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €180 | €90 | | 4 | €200 | €50 | | 6 | €402 | €67 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Murano & Burano Island Tours start at €25 per person. ## Compared with other Murano & Burano Island Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #6 of 14** | €90 | 3h | 4.78 (1135) | private | | [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 #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. 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/private-tour-on-murano-island-discover-the-art-of-artisanal-glassblowing/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/?format=md