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Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Premium Guided Experience

4.6 Great 541 reviews
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5h 30m
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English, Italian, French, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

A vintage boat across the lagoon to Murano for a furnace demonstration and Burano for lacemaking, with a guide throughout and Torcello added on some tiers; standard, semi private and private versions are sold. Arrive early with a printed voucher to exchange for the ticket, and note hotel pickup is not included. 4.64 from 541 reviews at €30 per person.

From the guide

Venice Lagoon Duet – A Dream in Two Acts
Performed aboard a graceful vintage boat across the shimmering waters of the Venetian Lagoon, with you as the main character.

Act I – Murano: The Fire and the Flame
The curtain rises on the island of glass, where ancient furnaces still whisper secrets passed down through generations.
Witness the dance of fire and sand as master artisans transform molten brilliance into timeless creations.

Act II – Burano: The Song of Color
The scene shifts into light vivid, joyful, alive.
Burano greets you with its radiant palette of pastel houses, each one a brushstroke in a living masterpiece.
Along quiet canals, lace makers preserve a craft as delicate as poetry, weaving stories into every thread.
This is not simply an island.
It is a celebration of color, artistry, and the beauty of everyday Venetian life.

More than a tour, this is a curated small-group experience aboard a vintage boat, an elegant passage through craftsmanship and beauty.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 4 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Islands Standard Guided Tour

from €30 / person
Guide: French, Spanish, Italian, English

Tour Type : Shared Guided Tour

What this option includes

Duration: 5 hours: Times are approximate

Murano, Burano & Torcello Tour: Enjoy a guided tour of the Venetian islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello.

Starting point:

Riva degli Schiavoni, 4142, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy

Islands Premium English Tour

from €50 / person
Guide: English

Itinerary: Murano & Burano Islands

What this option includes

Tour Type : Shared Guided Tour

Duration: 5 hours: approximately

Private Boat

Starting point:

Riva degli Schiavoni, 4142, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy

Islands Semi-Private Tour

from €69 / person
Guide: English

Duration: 5 hours: approx.

What this option includes

Starting point:

Venice Tours srl - Priority Tickets San Marco Square Monuments, Calle de le Rasse, 4536, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy

Islands Private Tour

from €150 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: French, Spanish, Italian, English

Itinerary: Murano & Burano Islands

What this option includes

Tour Type: Private Guided Tour

Duration: 4 hours

Boat: Private Speed Boat

Starting point:

Venice Tours srl - Priority Tickets San Marco Square Monuments, Calle de le Rasse, 4536, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy

Compared with other Murano & Burano Island Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #13 of 15€305h 30m4.64 (541)shared
Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide€2904h4.92 (210)private
In-depth Guided Tour in a Real Murano Glass Factory€2945 min4.93 (129)shared
Murano Burano Islands Boat Tour Glass Factory & St Erasmo Winery€1094h 15m4.88 (133)shared

Ranked #13 of 15 in Murano & Burano Island Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €290, median €69; typical length 4h 15m. 3 of 15 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 15 Murano & Burano Island Tours

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00
Scheduled through December 2028

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00. Scheduled through December 2028. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 22, 2026.

What's Included

Murano Island Visit
Guided tour by qualified and experienced tour guide
Visit to a Murano Furnace with a live glass demonstration
Lace-making demonstration in Burano
Torcello Island Visit (if option is selected)
Burano Island Visit

What's Not Included

Hotel pick up

Itinerary

Laguna di Venezia Stop 1
A qualified tour guide will reveal some curiosities about the island and explain its interesting history while you enjoy the wonderful landscape sitting on a comfortable on a vintage wooden boat.
Pass by
Isola di Murano Stop 2
Murano: The Fire and the Flame The curtain rises on the island of glass, where ancient furnaces still whisper the secrets of centuries. Witness the dance of fire and sand as masters of glassblowing shape molten beauty into timeless forms. Here, tradition is not a memory—it’s alive, glowing, and fragile as crystal. You will have a unique opportunity to experience a glassblowing show firsthand, seated front row inside the furnace theater.
1h
Admission included
Burano Stop 3
: The Song of Color A new scene unfolds—bright, whimsical, and full of light. Burano welcomes you with a kaleidoscope of houses, each one a note in a vibrant melody. Lace makers weave stories with their fingers, and every corner seems to smile in color. This is not just an island, it’s a celebration of life and craftsmanship.
1h

Departure & Return

Start point

The meeting point is in front of Palazzo Cornoldi, Riva degli Schiavoni 4142 (8 minutes walking from St.Mark's Square)., 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.

End point

The meeting point is in front of Palazzo Cornoldi, Riva degli Schiavoni 4142 (8 minutes walking from St.Mark's Square)., 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.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • 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).

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 30 / person