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Overview
Explore three famous islands in the Venice Lagoon--Murano, Torcello and Burano--on a half-day sightseeing excursion by motorboat. You'll stop at a blown glass factory on Murano, visit Venice's first cathedral on the peaceful island of Torcello, and taking lots of pictures of Burano's coloured houses. This morning or afternoon tour is an excellent introduction to the magical islands surrounding the city of Venice and its enclosed bay in the Adriatic Sea. Deaprtures every day from San Marco Giardinetti or Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station (departure time in Santa Lucia Railway Station is set 30 minutes before the indicated departure time from San Marco Giardinetti).
Meeting and Pickup
The tour departs from Santa Lucia Railway Station 30 minutes before the departure in San Marco. Please exchange your voucher at the Railway Station inside the INFO POINT ticket office ( ALILAGUNA DESK) outside the station, at the corner of the Scalzi church 15 minutes before the departure
Redemption Instructions
Please be aware of the dress regulations required to enter places of worship on this tour. Knees and shoulders must be covered - no shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed
Language Offered
German-GUIDE
English-GUIDE
Italian-GUIDE
French-GUIDE
Spanish-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Navigate through the Venetian Lagoon to reach the islands and enjoy the view!
2. The island of Murano is the first stop of this excursion: you will have a chance to enter a glass factory and see the masters working the glass as they have been doing for centuries and then visit the center of the island.
3. Second stop of this half day excursion is Burano, famous for the colorful fishermen's houses and for the traditional handmade laces.
4. Torcello is the third and last stop of this tour. The island is the first to be inhabited in the Venetian lagoon and still shows the traces of its origins.
5. The church of Santa Fosca stands in the main square of Torcello and is a fine example of venetian-byzantine style.
6. In the middle of Torcello stands the ancient Attila's throne.
7. Cross the Devil's Bridge which still preserves the shape of the ancient Venetian bridges
8. The boat leaves from St'Mark's Square, which you will have the chance to admire from a different perspective.
Inclusion
Tour Leader
Travel by shared motor boat between Venice, Murano, Burano and Torcello
Visit a glass-blowing factory at Murano
Exclusion
Entrance fees to Torcello Church
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Pets are not allowed
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The time spent on each island is between 30 to 40 minutes
If you're planning a day trip to Venice and staying outside the city, please note that an access fee will be required on certain dates.
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