Venice
Board your spacious boats and set off from your selected meeting point in central Venice.
4.5 kms
10 mins
1
Murano Island
1 attractions
1 activities
Admire the Faro di Murano lighthouse as you draw near to the largest island in the lagoon, home to the fire. Marvel at the craftsmanship of expert glassblowers in a historic Murano glass factory.
1. Glass blowing demonstration
Included in price
Catch a master glass crafter in action, and learn more about the process as it unravels in front of you.
2. Santi Maria e Donato Basilica
Famed for its 12th-century Byzantine mosaic floor, this site houses Saint Donatus of Euroea's relics and 'dragon bones' rumored to be of his vanquished foe (which were later found to be whale bones).
6 kms
15 mins
2
Burano Island
2 attractions
Walk through the 'rainbow island' of Burano, where vibrant houses and intricate lace craftsmanship await!
1. Lace Museum
Nestled within the historic Podestà Palace, the Lace Museum showcases Burano Lace School's legacy (1872-1970), and the art and history of Venetian lace craftsmanship.
2. Tre Ponti Bridge
A picturesque footbridge connecting Burano to the tiny neighboring Tre Ponti island with its colorful houses suspended on the water.
10.5 kms
30 mins
3
Venice
Cruise from Venice to the islands of Murano and Burano with a guide by your side.
Cruise from Venice to the islands of Murano and Burano with a guide by your side.
Inclusions
Half-Day Shared Guided Tour
Half-Day Private Guided Tour
Take a guided stroll along the islands of Murano and Burano and watch a glass blowing demo.
Take a guided stroll along the islands of Murano and Burano and watch a glass blowing demo.
Inclusions
St. Mark's Square
Get picked up and dropped off right at the south basin of this monumental square, filled with landmarks like the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's bell tower.
4.5 kms
10 mins
1
Murano Island
75 mins
2 attractions
1 activities
1. Glass blowing demonstration
Included in price
Watch skilled artisans weaving magic through traditional glass-making methods passed down through generations.
2. Palazzo da Mula
This hidden villa turned cultural center on a sub-island of Murano offers a historic glimpse into Venetian opulence. Stop by for the Gothic façade, ornate arches, and serene canal views.
Nearby things to do
6 kms
15 mins
2
Burano Island
75 mins
2 attractions
Stroll through the little island of Burano’s streets lined with colorful homes, delve into lace-making history, and stare at quirky architecture like the Leaning Bell Tower!
1. Church of Saint Martin Bishop
A church with a slanting bell tower located on Piazza Baldassarre Galuppi, the main square of Burano.
2. Colourful bricked house
Just a few doors down, find a technicolor assortment of bricks lined up to make this gorgeous addition to a vivid street.
2 kms
5 mins
3
Torcello
75 mins
2 attractions
Torcello, the tranquil northern isle, offers panoramic lagoon views and historic allure. Discover Byzantine mosaics in the Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral, and tread the quaint Devil’s Bridge.
1. The Devil's Bridge
Despite the name, Ponte del Diavolo is a charming bridge reminding us that many Venetian bridges never had side rails!
2. Torcello Cathedral
The Church of Santa Maria Assunta, also known as Torcello Cathedral, is one of Veneto’s oldest religious structures, featuring some of the earliest mosaics in the region! It stands as a prime example of Late Paleochristian architecture.
10 kms
30 mins
4
St. Mark's Square
Speed off by motorboat to 3 islands in the Venetian lagoon – Murano, Burano, and Torcello!
Speed off by motorboat to 3 islands in the Venetian lagoon – Murano, Burano, and Torcello!
Inclusions
Explore the best of Venice as you skip the lines to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace.
Explore the best of Venice as you skip the lines to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace.
Inclusions
Half-day tour
Full-day tour
St. Mark's Basilica
Doge's Palace
Venice Gondola Ride
Choose how you explore Venice and Murano with hop-on hop-off boat access for 24 or 48 hours.
Choose how you explore Venice and Murano with hop-on hop-off boat access for 24 or 48 hours.
Inclusions
Exclusions
Route A
Access over 30 monuments and activities across Venice!
Access over 30 monuments and activities across Venice!
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Exclusions
Glass-making is regarded as an art form in this country, and artisans use time-honoured methods to produce some of the most beautiful designs and creations. Murano has been recognised for the production of glass, and you'll go to a furnace where you can watch the creation of glass items in real-time.
Burano is a popular tourist destination known for its many vividly coloured homes and gives the possibility to visit the famed lace museum. An excursion to Torcello to experience the quaint charm of the historic island will amaze you with its mediaeval allure.
The Torre dell'Orologio or the clock tower is one of San Marco's gems, although it is far too frequently overlooked. The Clock Tower is strategically placed so that it can be viewed from the water, underscoring how important the seas are to Venice.
The city square in Venice is called Piazzetta dei Leoncini, situated close to the Palazzo Patriarcale and San Basso on the northside of St. Mark's Basilica. The lion statues in the square are famous. Daniele Manin's mausoleum, who served as president of the short-lived autonomous Republic of San Marco, is also located on the Piazza in an alcove of the Basilica.
A motorboat ride through the Venetian lagoon to the islands of Murano and Burano drops anyone’s jaws with its vibrant homes and boats. As you bask in the sights you see on your trip, a knowledgeable local expert guide will always be by your side to provide information about the sights.
Murano, Burano, and Torcello full-day guided tours provide the travellers with a full-day sightseeing tour with the company of a professional guide, allowing the visitors to explore the beauty and the rich history of these islands.
The full-day guided tour is conducted daily between 9.30 am to 2 pm. The total duration of the tour ranges from 4 to 6 hours. The exact duration and other details will be mentioned on your tickets.
According to the option selected, your full-day guided tour may include multilingual guide options or extra activities apart from the sightseeing option to these three islands.
The boarding points generally depend upon your ticket type. However, the meeting point for some of these tours is near the Yellow Box in front of the Prisons’ Palace.
Murano, Burano, and Torcello Island tours are exclusive tours that provide the travellers a complete sightseeing experience around these picturesque islands while helping them gain insights into the rich history and culture of the place.
The island tours are conducted daily between 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. The total duration of the tour is around 6 hours and 30 minutes. The complete information regarding the timings and meeting point will be there on the instruction part of your tickets.
With this tour, you will get a chance to discover the history and culture of Venice as you spend a delightful day speed boating through the enchanted islands on the Venetian Lagoon.
As you begin your island tour, you’ll take a boat from the St. Marks neighbourhood to the picturesque island of Murano, then to the exciting island of Burano, and finally to the island of Torcello. If you select the option, you can take the tour in your choice of English, French, Spanish, Italian, or German.
A. Tickets for the Murano, Burano, and Torcello Tours can be purchased online well in advance.
A. Yes. The Murano, Burano, and Torcello tour tickets can be purchased online.
A. The Murano, Burano, and Torcello Tour ticket starts from € 20.
A. The Murano, Burano, and Torcello Tours may have audio guides depending on the ticket options you choose.
A. There are numerous ticket choices available, starting from €20, each with its own special features and benefits.
A. Murano, Burano, and Torcello Tours provide a complete sightseeing trip to the most picturesque and historically relevant islands of Venice.
A. Visitors can choose from a variety of Tour options, including guided tours, combo tours, self-guided tours, and more.
A. Some of the popular sights that are covered in these tours are Basilica San Marco, Clock Tower, Piazzetta Dei Leoncini, Procuratie Vecchie, etc.
A. Depending on the ticket you choose, the boarding location for your Tour may change. Please review the specifics on your ticket before buying for more information.
A. The specifications of the tour, including the timings and boarding location varies depending on the ticket types you choose.
A. In your Murano, Burano, and Torcello tours, you’ll enjoy facilities such as the service of a multilingual guide, Complimentary glass blowing demonstration, and more.
A. No, most of the Murano, Burano, and Torcello tours are not wheelchair friendly.
A. Yes. You can capture as many photographs as you like during the tour.
A. Yes. Murano, Burano, and Torcello tours are unquestionably valuable. These tours let you discover the beautiful attractions and the history and culture of these islands, which is also a close-knit part of Venice.