At the pier in front of the KFC restaurant (Venezia Santa Lucia Train Station, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy)
St. Mark's Square - San Marco
In front of the piers 1A/2A - 2A/2B - 3A/3B towards the Arsenale, Riva degli Schiavoni 4136
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
If you are in Venice, you cannot miss the two most famous islands in the lagoon. With our boat trip to Murano and Burano, you can spend half a day exploring these unique villages on your own.
The departure is a 10-minute walk from San Marco, in Riva degli Schiavoni or 5-minute walk from the Train Station, at the Calatrava Bridge. We will start by visiting Murano, world-famous for its unique glass art. The history of glassmaking on this island dates back to 1291, when the government of Venice ordered the glassmakers to move to Murano to prevent fires in the city. Today, Murano is one of the most important glass production centres in the world, and during our one-hour tour to this island you will have the opportunity to visit a foundry and see a skilled craftsman at work.
The next stop will be Burano, and during the boat transfer, our guide will tell you the history of this island. You will have one hour to explore this fishing village on your own, which is famous for its colourful houses and for the ancient technique of lace making. We recommend that you take a stroll among the small shops and restaurants in Piazza Galuppi, enter the church of San Martino Vescovo, and visit the Lace Museum. At the end of the visit to Burano, we will return to our starting point in Venice.
Highlights
- Murano glassmaking demonstration
- One-hour stop on the colourful island of Burano
- Explanations by our multilingual guide while on the boat
Departure & Return
You can choose whether to depart from Riva degli Schiavoni, in front of piers 1 - 2 - 3, or from Calatrava Bridge.
Please be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure.
The meeting point changes according to the departure time you selected:
- 10.15am from Calatrava Bridge, Train Station.
- 10.45am from Riva degli Schiavoni, piers 1 - 2 - 3, San Marco
- 1pm from Riva degli Schiavoni, piers 1 - 2 - 3, San Marco.
The return will be at the point from which you departed.
Please note that the service may be subject to changes in case of unusual or adverse weather conditions.
Characteristics of the Boat
- Number of passengers: from 100 to 300 depending on the boat
- Sun-protected area
- Restrooms
- Not accessible to strollers
- Not accessible to wheelchairs
- Pets allowed
Included Services
- Entrance to a glass factory for a demonstration of Murano glassmaking
- Multilingual guide (IT, EN, DE, ES, FR)
This guided boat tour from Venice to Murano and Burano is a hit with visitors, with over 75% of reviewers awarding it five stars. Guests consistently praise the trip as "great value for money," highlighting the friendly, multilingual guides and the well-planned schedule that allows enough time to explore each island's unique charm, from Murano's glass-blowing to Burano's colourful houses. The crew is frequently mentioned for being helpful and accommodating. For an enjoyable and well-organized day trip exploring the Venetian islands, this tour is a fantastic choice.
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Elisa · FamilyItaly · January 2025
complete and well-assisted experience.
Excellent tour guide service. Availability and preparation.
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Astrid Austria · November 2024
Great tour, beautiful places, good organization, enough time for shopping
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Eleni · CoupleGreece · September 2023
Value for money. We had a great time at the boat trip. The stuff was very kind and helpful. Would recommend this trip to everyone. Thank you for an excellent time!
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Can I bring my dog or pet?
Yes, pets are allowed on board the boat.
Is the boat accessible for people in wheelchairs?
The boat is not accessible to wheelchairs or strollers.
Where is the meeting point?
You can depart from Riva degli Schiavoni (in front of piers 1-2-3, near San Marco) or from Calatrava Bridge (near the train station). Please be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your chosen departure time.
How much time do I get to spend on each island?
You will have one hour to explore the island of Murano and one hour for the island of Burano.
What is included in the tour?
The tour includes entrance to a glass factory in Murano for a glassmaking demonstration, as well as a multilingual guide on the boat.
Are there toilets on the boat?
Yes, there are restrooms on board the boat.
What happens in case of bad weather?
In case of unusual or adverse weather conditions, the service may be subject to changes.
In which languages does the guide provide explanations?
The guide on the boat provides explanations in Italian, English, German, Spanish, and French.
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