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Overview

  • Ways to explore: Choose a guided boat tour, private small-group tour, or ACTV public transport pass to explore the Venetian Lagoon islands.
  • Pick your islands: Murano & Burano tours give you more time on two islands; choose Murano, Burano & Torcello to cover all three in one trip.
  • What most tours include: Expect round-trip boat transfers from Venice, time to explore the islands, and a Murano glassblowing demonstration on most organized tours.
  • Guided or DIY: Guided tours handle your route and transfers, while ACTV passes give you unlimited vaporetto rides and the flexibility to island-hop independently.
  • Time commitment: Most organized tours take around 4–7 hours, depending on the islands, departure point, and experience selected.
  • Want something smaller: Choose the private-boat small-group tour, capped at 22 guests, for a quieter Murano and Burano experience with an expert guide.
  • Best all-rounder: Pick Murano, Burano & Torcello if seeing all three is the priority; choose Murano & Burano for a less packed island-hopping day.

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Which Murano & Burano tour is best for you?

Ticket typeDurationWhat’s includedWhy choose thisPrice from

3-Island Boat Tour

4.5–5.5 hrs

Murano, Burano & Torcello, shared boat transfers, glassblowing demo

Cover all three islands in one trip without planning separate boat connections

€25

2-Island Boat Tour

4.5–5.5 hrs

Murano & Burano, boat transfers, glassblowing demo, multilingual audio guide

Spend more time across Murano and Burano instead of fitting Torcello into the same trip

€25

ACTV Transport Pass

Flexible

Unlimited ACTV rides for 1, 2, 3 or 7 days

Choose your own islands, route, and pace with maximum flexibility

€25

Private Boat Tour

4–5 hrs

Murano & Burano, private boat, expert guide, group ≤22, glassblowing demo

Get more guidance in a smaller group with private boat transfers

€25

Punta Sabbioni Tour

4.3–7 hrs

Murano, Burano & Torcello, boat transfers, guide, glassblowing demo

Start from Punta Sabbioni instead of travelling into central Venice first

€30

Why take a Murano & Burano tour from Venice?

Girl sitting by a canal, admiring colorful buildings in Murano, Italy.
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Beyond Venice’s canals

Venice stretches far beyond its historic center. Cruise across the Venetian Lagoon to islands where centuries-old crafts, colorful waterfronts, quiet canals, and local traditions reveal a completely different side of Venetian life.

See Murano glass come alive

Murano’s glassmaking tradition has shaped the island for centuries. Visit a working glass factory and watch skilled artisans transform glowing molten glass into intricate creations using techniques passed down through generations.

Walk through Burano’s colors

Burano greets you with vividly painted houses lining its narrow canals and a lacemaking tradition deeply tied to the island. Wander the waterfront lanes, browse local shops, and soak up its unmistakably colorful character.

Discover quieter Torcello

Choose a three-island tour to continue to Torcello, where greenery, historic churches, and a sparse settlement contrast with bustling Murano and Burano, revealing one of the Venetian Lagoon’s oldest and quietest communities.

Island-hop across the lagoon

The journey between islands is part of the experience. Travel by boat across the Venetian Lagoon, watch Venice recede behind you, and arrive at islands shaped by remarkably different histories, crafts, and landscapes.

Explore the islands your way

Focus on Murano and Burano, add Torcello to cover all three, or island-hop independently with an ACTV pass. You can also choose a private boat tour for a smaller group and expert guidance.

Three islands, three different sides of Venice

IslandWhat makes it specialTop things to doThe vibeYou'll love it if...

Murano

Venice’s centuries-old glassmaking hub

Watch a glassblowing demo, browse artisan workshops, visit the Glass Museum

Creative, craft-filled

You love art, design & seeing things being made

Burano

A tiny island of rainbow-colored houses and lace

Wander colorful canals, cross Tre Ponti, discover traditional lacemaking

Bright, playful

You love photography, colorful streets & aimless wandering

Torcello

The quiet, historic side of the Venetian Lagoon

See Santa Maria Assunta, Ponte del Diavolo & Attila’s Throne

Peaceful, historic

You love old stories, architecture & escaping the crowds

Things to know before booking a Murano and Burano tour from Venice

  • Two islands or three: Most tours cover Murano and Burano, while selected options add Torcello. Choose two islands for more time at each stop; add Torcello if covering more of the Venetian Lagoon matters more than a slower pace.
  • Tours usually take half a day: Most organized Murano and Burano tours from Venice last around 4–6 hours, while some three-island options can run longer. Check the duration carefully if you have other Venice plans that day.
  • Your departure point matters: Many tours leave from around St. Mark’s Square or Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station, while a separate three-island option departs from Punta Sabbioni. Pick the departure that works with where you’re starting your day.
  • Organized tours simplify island-hopping: Shared tours bundle the boat journey between islands with a planned route, time to explore, and either onboard commentary or a guide depending on your ticket. They’re the easiest option if you don’t want to coordinate vaporetto connections yourself.
  • DIY gives you more freedom: An ACTV transport pass gives you unlimited public transport for 1, 2, 3, or 7 days, letting you decide how long to spend on each island. Choose this if flexibility matters more than a structured tour.
  • Glassblowing is a key inclusion: Most organized island tours include a live Murano glassblowing demonstration, but museum entry and other attractions are not automatically included. If museums are a priority, choose the dedicated island museum ticket instead.
  • Private tours change the experience: The private-boat small-group option is capped at 22 guests and includes an expert guide. It’s worth considering if you want more guidance and a smaller group rather than a standard shared excursion.
  • Accessibility can affect your choice: Some organized boat tours may not be suitable for wheelchair users because of boarding and vessel access. If accessibility is essential, check the conditions of your specific experience before booking.

Highlights of your Murano & Burano tour

Glassblower shaping molten glass with a blowpipe in a workshop.

Murano glassmaking up close

Watch glowing molten glass take shape in the hands of Murano artisans. The heat of the furnace, quick movements, and transformation from liquid glass to a finished form make this one of the tour’s defining moments.

Colorful houses along Burano canals with boats and a footbridge.
Murano canal with boats and colorful buildings in Venetian Lagoon.
Vaporetto sailing near Murano Island lighthouse, Venice.
Ancient church and canal on Torcello Island near Venice.

Plan your Murano & Burano tour

Planning to island-hop on your own?

From getting to Murano from Venice to travelling between Burano and Torcello, get the routes and practical details you need for a DIY island day.

Murano canal with Torre dell'Orologio clock tower and colorful buildings.
Plan your island visit

Tips for your Murano & Burano tour

  • Don’t rush Murano after the demo: Glassblowing may be the headline, but leave time to wander beyond the factory. Murano’s canals, bridges, workshops, and storefronts are part of the experience, especially if your tour includes free time.
  • Save your camera for Burano: The famous colorful houses look especially striking along the canals and waterfront. Walk a little beyond the busiest central streets for quieter lanes, reflections on the water, and less crowded photographs.
  • Use free time strategically: Organized tours give you limited time on each island, so decide what matters most before arriving. Pick one priority, such as glass shops in Murano or lace and colorful streets in Burano, rather than trying to see everything.
  • Check before buying Murano glass: If you’re shopping for authentic Murano glass, look for information about where the piece was made and ask the seller about its origin. Don’t assume every glass souvenir sold on the island was produced there.
  • Dress for both boat and streets: Even on warm days, crossing the Venetian Lagoon can feel breezier than walking around Venice. Bring a light layer, wear comfortable shoes for bridges and cobbled lanes, and keep sun protection handy.
  • Download what you need beforehand: If your experience uses an audio guide, download the required app or content before departure and carry your own earphones. This avoids relying on mobile connectivity while moving between the lagoon islands.

Frequently asked questions about Murano & Burano tours from Venice

Yes, three-island boat tours combine Murano, Burano, and Torcello in one trip, with boat transfers and time to explore each island.

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