Cruise the Venetian Lagoon by private water taxi and meet the artisans keeping Venice’s traditional crafts alive. You’ll see demonstrations of traditional glassblowing on the island of Murano, and traditional lacemaking on Burano. The tour includes discounts on souvenirs from both demonstration workshops. Both islands have plenty to see, and you’ll have ample time to explore.
2 hr 30 min - The enchanting islands of Murano and Burano are the perfect change of pace from Venice’s crowded streets and waterways. And the perfect way to reach them is by private water taxi. Faster and sturdier than a gondola, nimbler and less crowded than a waterbus, water taxis are the premier way to travel in Venice. Few visitors get to experience them, but yours is included, along with an expert local guide who’ll explain Venice’s history as a titan of trade along the way. Your first port of call is a specially chosen glassblowing workshop on Murano. In the Middle Ages, only Murano’s artisans possessed the secrets of this craft, and sharing them was punishable by execution. You’ll get to witness modern glassblowers wield those once secret techniques, shaping delicate and dazzling works of art from molten glass. Then admire the workshop’s finest work in its gallery, and perhaps take home a piece of your own – with a tour discount. Or explore more of Murano, including its peaceful canals and stunning Byzantine church.
2 hr 30 min - The locals of nearby Burano still maintain the island’s tradition of handmade lace, some of the finest anywhere in the world. You’ll get to observe lace being hand-stitched the way it has been for generations. Then visit the lace museum to see the island’s greatest work, or simply enjoy the photo opportunity provided by the colorful houses, brightly painted so sailors could see home as they returned from the sea. When you cross the lagoon back to Venice, you’ll have a renewed appreciation of the crafts that put the city on the map so long ago.
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Easy to find the guide. Good commentary. Great for a first time visit to Venice. Good to have free time on the islands to see other glass factiries and shops.
Burano is a quaint little town with lovely colourful houses. Worth while to to visit. Not much to see with the lace making but the walk around makes up for it. Wished we had more time for lunch and take in the atmosphere.
The tour was the perfect amount of time in each island. Cristina did a great job of giving us the history of Venice and the islands. She has a true passion for sharing the love of these islands with everyone and it really shows! Great tour if you’re wanting to get a taste of these beautiful islands!
Francesca Gin was great! Everyone in my family loved her and her insight and humor was very energetic/ entertaining! I highly recommend asking for her!
We loved our tour of Murano and Burano. Serena was a fantastic guide, she is extremely knowledgeable about the surrounding areas, having grown up in Venice. This was a wonderful way to get to know areas surrounding Venice. Watching the glass master and strolling the colorful streets of Burano was an amazing experience.
Our tour was smooth and well organized. Our tour guide Serena was very informative and helpful. We purchased beautiful Maruno glassware and had lovely hour on Burano Island.
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