Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Premium Guided Experience Discount Tickets

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Overview

Venice Lagoon Duet – A Dream in Two Acts Performed aboard a graceful vintage boat across the shimmering waters of the Venetian Lagoon, with you as the main character. Act I – Murano: The Fire and the Flame The curtain rises on the island of glass, where ancient furnaces still whisper secrets passed down through generations. Witness the dance of fire and sand as master artisans transform molten brilliance into timeless creations. Act II – Burano: The Song of Color The scene shifts into light vivid, joyful, alive. Burano greets you with its radiant palette of pastel houses, each one a brushstroke in a living masterpiece. Along quiet canals, lace makers preserve a craft as delicate as poetry, weaving stories into every thread. This is not simply an island. It is a celebration of color, artistry, and the beauty of everyday Venetian life. More than a tour, this is a curated small-group experience aboard a vintage boat, an elegant passage through craftsmanship and beauty.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is in front of Palazzo Cornoldi, Riva degli Schiavoni 4142 (8 minutes walking from St.Mark's Square).

Redemption Instructions

• It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time • In case of rain, the tour will take place regularly as the boat is completely covered. • The tour will not take place in case of exceptional bad weather. In this case, it can be postponed to the following days.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. A qualified tour guide will reveal some curiosities about the island and explain its interesting history while you enjoy the wonderful landscape sitting on a comfortable on a vintage wooden boat.
2. Murano: The Fire and the Flame The curtain rises on the island of glass, where ancient furnaces still whisper the secrets of centuries. Witness the dance of fire and sand as masters of glassblowing shape molten beauty into timeless forms. Here, tradition is not a memory—it’s alive, glowing, and fragile as crystal. You will have a unique opportunity to experience a glassblowing show firsthand, seated front row inside the furnace theater.
Duration: 60 mins
3. Burano: The Song of Color A new scene unfolds—bright, whimsical, and full of light. Burano welcomes you with a kaleidoscope of houses, each one a note in a vibrant melody. Lace makers weave stories with their fingers, and every corner seems to smile in color. This is not just an island, it’s a celebration of life and craftsmanship.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Murano Island Visit

Guided tour by qualified and experienced tour guide

Visit to a Murano Furnace with a live glass demonstration

Lace-making demonstration in Burano

Burano Island Visit

Exclusion

Hotel pick up

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time, upon arrival at the redemption location you should present your printed voucher to the representative, once verified you obtain the ticket and can join the tour.

The tour will not take place in case of exceptionally bad weather, boats are completely covered, the tour operates regularly in case of rain (in these cases it can be postponed the days after).

Supplied by CITY TOURS CO. LTD

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