Show & Go ™ Venetian Islands Tour: Murano Glassblowing & Burano Lacemaking

Show & Go ™ Venetian Islands Tour: Murano Glassblowing & Burano Lacemaking
From USD $42.00
  • Duration: 5 Hours (approx.)
  • Product code: TVMBUSG

About the Tour:

Just a short boat ride from Venice’s bustling streets and canals lie the tiny, charming islands of Murano and Burano—both famous for the crafts that have been made for centuries by their resident artisans. This tour, which visits both the glass-making workshops of Murano, the lace-making artisans of Burano.  Accompanying you will be an expert, English-speaking guide whose knowledge illuminates the significance of these creative outposts. 

What We Love About This Tour:

  • Watching Murano glassmakers practice their craft, which has been handed down through generations of artisans
  • Wandering among the charming streets of Burano, where lace-makers ply their trade inside brightly painted shops
  • Choosing gifts and keepsakes to take home that have been handmade in these unique artistic enclaves

Tour Itinerary:

Stop 1: Murano

After meeting your group in the San Marco Area at 9:30am, you'll make the short private boat ride to Murano—a tiny island known all over the world for its exquisitely elaborate colorful and glasswork. You’ll learn about the island’s history as a glassmaking enclave (which dates to the 13th century), visit an illustrious glass-making workshop, and watch a demonstration of how Murano glass is blown, colored, and shaped. You’ll also get to shop in the gallery boutique for glass pieces to bring or ship home.  Your group have a leisurely walk to visit the VII Century Cathedral of Saints Maria and Donato, before boarding your boat transfer for Burano. 


Stop 2: Burano

You’ll find that your next destination, the enchanting island of Burano, delights even before you’ve stepped on shore; its canal-side houses painted in bright, cheery colors are some of the most photographed sights around Venice. Once you’ve disembarked, though, you’ll get to experience Burano’s true claim to fame: its many shops where artisans painstakingly craft gorgeous handmade lace. You’ll have the chance to wander among these shops on your own, speaking to lace-makers and perhaps picking up some special souvenirs.

What’s Included:

  • Round-trip water transfers to Murano and Burano islands
  • Glassblowing and Lacemaking performances
  • Visit Cathedral fo Saints Maria and Donato
  • Complimentary glass of wine upon return boat transfer 
Not Included:
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Meals
  • Gratuities

Important to Know:

  • Please be sure to arrive at the tour departure point 15 minutes before the starting time. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets will not be refunded.
  • This tour is not running on December 24, 25, 26 or Jan 1st. 
  • Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour
  • A Child ticket is mandatory ages from 2 to 14 years.  Infants 1 year and under are free.  

Important to Bring:

  • Good walking shoes. This tour includes several sets of stairs.
  • A hat, sunscreen, and bottled water. Many parts of the islands are not shaded.