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Private Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano’s Colorful Charm

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Overview

Departure by private water taxi will take you across the lagoon to the well-known island of Murano.
Famous for its glassmaking since the 10th century, visit one of Murano’s quality glass works.
Whilst watching one of the glass masters blowing the glass in the furnace of the glassworks, your local guide will explain to you the history and the process of glassmaking throughout the years.
After this, you will have time to visit their elegant show rooms.

Then by private water taxi crossing the northern part of the lagoon, you will arrive at the colorful island of Burano, famous for its brightly colored houses, fishing industry and also its lacemaking. You will have time to walk around this elegant little island and also visit its shops. Your guide will point out to you one of the specialized shops where it will be possible to see one of the local ladies working on Burano lace. She will show you the different stitches involved in the making these wonderful works of art.

What's Included

  • Private water taxi
  • Guided 4-hour tour in english, italian, french, german or spanish
  • Guided visit in Burano
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to churches or museums
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Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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Murano

Departure by private water taxi will take you across the lagoon to the well-known island of Murano. Famous for its glassmaking since the 10th century, visit one of Murano’s quality glass works. Whilst watching one of the glass masters blowing the glass in the furnace of the glassworks, your local guide will explain to you the history and the process of glassmaking throughout the years. After this, you will have time to visit their elegant show rooms.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Burano

Then by private water taxi crossing the northern part of the lagoon, you will arrive at the colorful island of Burano, famous for its brightly colored houses, fishing industry and also its lacemaking. You will have time to walk around this elegant little island and also visit its shops. Your guide will point out to you one of the specialized shops where it will be possible to see one of the local ladies working on Burano lace. She will show you the different stitches involved in the making these wonderful works of art.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Laguna di Venezia

Private transfer with water taxi from your hotel to the 2 islands Murano and Burano and back at the end of the tour.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operated by a business

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Q: Will I get seasick on Private Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano’s Colorful Charm?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: Will I get seasick on Private Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano’s Colorful Charm?
A:

If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano’s Colorful Charm?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Private water taxi.
  • Guided 4-hour tour in english, italian, french, german or spanish.
  • Guided visit in Burano.
  • Guided visit in a glass factory in Murano.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities.
  • Entrance fees to churches or museums.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano’s Colorful Charm is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano’s Colorful Charm will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Private water taxi
  • Guided 4-hour tour in english, italian, french, german or spanish
  • Guided visit in Burano
  • Guided visit in a glass factory in Murano
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to churches or museums

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operated by a business

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