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from $111

Murano and Burano Private Boat Tour from Venice

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(16)

from $233

Go beyond the Grand Canal and visit the three main islands of the Venice lagoon, Murano, Burano, and Torcello, on this group boat trip. Avoid the hassle of figuring out how to get to these destinations, and leave the organization to your guide. Simply turn up at the meeting point, and let them lead the way. Enjoy a comprehensive itinerary featuring glassmaking and lacemaking traditions, historic sites, lunch, and more.

Venice: Boat Tour to Murano, Burano and Torcello with Fish Lunch

7 hoursFree Cancellation

3.6

(20)

from $93

Morning Walking Tour of Venice with Gondola Ride

3 hoursFree Cancellation

3.9

(119)

from $85

Private Photoshoot on Personal Gondola in Venice

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(98)

from $336

Cross off three must-do experiences in Venice on this tour: A gondola ride down the famous canals, a skip-the-line tour of St. Mark's Basilica, and a guided tour through the Doge's Palace. Discover golden mosaics, learn about Venetian history, and see why Venice was one of the great European maritime powers. And, instead of haggling with vendors, relax on a prebooked classic gondola boat ride.

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St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(488)

from $173

Full-day Boat Tour of Venice Islands from St Mark’s Square

Many visitors to Venice never explore beyond the Grand Canal, but the outlying islands of Burano, Murano, and Torcello are home to traditional crafts, fascinating history, and striking scenery. With this tour, visit all three by setting sail from the train station or Riva degli Schiavoni near St. Mark’s Square. See a glass-blowing demonstration on Murano, learn about traditional lace on Burano, and see where the first lagoon settlements were located on Torcello.

Full-day Boat Tour of Venice Islands from St Mark’s Square

7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

(119)

from $38

Discover the ancient Venetian art of glassblowing on a tour from Venice to the artistic island of Murano. It can be tricky to figure out how to get to the island, but you’ll ride a water taxi across the Venetian Lagoon with a guide to visit one of the oldest glassblowing factories Murano. Watch master glassblowers at work creating intricate designs using a historic furnace, and tour a glass exhibition not usually open to the public on this exclusive tour.

Authentic Murano Glass Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(84)

from $150

If you've already covered the main sights of Venice, then get ready to explore the city's lesser-known spots during this off-the-beaten-track small-group walking tour. Stroll along narrow canals and unique points of interest like Marco Polo's House. Plus, enjoy a 30-minute gondola ride and visit the Gondola Gallery to learn about gondola craftsmanship and enjoy a virtual gondola experience.

City Center Walking Tour in Venice & Gondola Experience

City Center Walking Tour in Venice & Gondola Experience

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

(137)

from $55

Morning Venice Lagoon Cruise: Murano and Burano Islands

4 hoursFree Cancellation

3.6

(369)

from $35

Fall in Love: Private Romantic Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal

30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.3

(186)

from $173

Venice Private Boat Tour Murano & Burano

4 hoursFree Cancellation

(30)

from $931

Set sail from Venice for a day tour of the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Depending on the option chosen, the departure can be from San Marco - Pontile Cornoldi or from the Venice train station, near the KFC. Our first stop is Murano : here you will visit a local furnace and witness the work of a master glassmaker up close during a live demonstration. Overall, you will have about an hour of free time on the island. You will then continue to Burano : here you will have about two hours of free time where you can choose a good place to have lunch or taste typical Venetian aperitifs. From Burano you will finally move to Torcello: here you will have about an hour to explore the island on your own, with the possibility to visit the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta (entrance fee not included). Planned return to San Marco & Ferrovia in the late afternoon.

Boat excursion to the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello

Boat excursion to the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello

7 hoursFree Cancellation

3.9

(82)

from $35

St Mark’s Basilica small-group guided tour with optional Gondola

Waiting in long ticket lines can be tiring—especially if it’s at one of Venice’s most visited attractions—St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco). Save yourself the trouble by choosing this prebooked entry ticket with handy priority access. With your guide and group, head straight inside to discover the historic building's magnificent architecture, and as you explore, learn about its storied past.

St Mark’s Basilica small-group guided tour with optional Gondola

45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(137)

from $69

Private Venice Tours with Gondola - Tailor-Made: Choice of Guest!

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(52)

from $104

Discover hidden corners of Venice that are off the usual tourist trail and hear fascinating stories about the city’s history with this private guided tour. To help you make the most of your time and explore more sights in less time, the trip also includes a private water taxi trip. Travel along the Grand Canal, see beautiful architecture, and also enjoy a break for snacks and wine along the way.

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Venice for Pleasure: Water Taxi & Hidden Venice

Venice for Pleasure: Water Taxi & Hidden Venice

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(26)

from $710

A Venetian Aperitif on The Lagoon

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

(60)

from $81

Venice Lagoon Private Sunset Tour

1 to 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(50)

from $186

Leave the crowds of Venice behind with this island-hopping tour that takes in three of the most fascinating outposts in the lagoon. Board a water bus with your guide and head to Mazzorbo to visit its peaceful vineyard and monastery. Continue on to Burano, famous for its technicolor homes and traditional lace production. Follow your guide via water bus to the final stop, Murano, where you’ll delve into its long history of glassmaking.

Venice Lagoon Islands Tour to Mazzorbo Burano and Murano

Venice Lagoon Islands Tour to Mazzorbo Burano and Murano

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(36)

from $179

Venice is a maze of picturesque streets, bridges, and canals—so it can be know how best to explore. Get your bearings with a relaxing 20-minute guided walk through the picturesque San Marco district. Go beyond the guidebooks as a local guide shares insight into Venetian life, both past and present. Then, explore the famous canals in style with a traditional gondola ride through the city's waterways. Glide past elegant palazzos, snap photos from a vantage point on the water, and unwind as you travel.

Gondola Ride with Audio Guide Introduction

Gondola Ride with Audio Guide Introduction

50 minutesFree Cancellation

3.7

(7)

from $50

Even if you only have a day, discover Venice's jewels on this to-the-point private tour, complete with a Venetian lunch of cicheti (tapas) and a glass of wine. Explore the historic center from Cannaregio and Rialto to St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace (entrance at own expense). Enjoy a glassblowing demonstration in a historic Murano factory and tour the Grand Canal by water taxi at sunset, prosecco in hand.

Private One Day Tour of Venice!

8 hoursFree Cancellation

(57)

from $640

Venice: Doge's Palace Guided Tour With Tickets & Optional Gondola

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2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(190)

from $115

Private Gondola Serenade with Music

30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(16)

from $287

Venice is home to over 100 islands, but many people stick to the main sights. Explore lesser-known islands in the Venetian archipelago during this private half-day tour to Burano and Murano. Travel across the lagoon by private motorboat, enjoying stunning waterside views. See Burano’s colorful fishermen's cottages during a guided walking tour, then stop in Murano for a live glass-blowing demonstration.

Private Murano and Burano VIP Venice Boat Tour

Private Murano and Burano VIP Venice Boat Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

(37)

from $579

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Hilary_T, Jun 2026

Great tour

Donnato the Captain was very friendly and took great care of us in the extreme heat! There is no shade on the boat however we were equipped with parasols so if it’s very hot keep that in mind. The route was fun and the Captain gave us a little running commentary.

Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice

Monica_D, Jun 2026

We had a great guided...

We had a great guided tour of Venice. Our tour guide, Sherry, was great! We had a good size group of all family and friends and we even had time to hop into little bars along the way for a quick refresher along our tour route. The gondola ride was so much fun! What I had imagined and hoped the experience would be.

Murano by Private Watertaxi Including Glass Blowing Demo with Hotel Pickup

Rachel_B, Jun 2026

Wonderful Toue

Excellent tour. Guide picked us up from our hotel. Was local and knowledgeable about all of our questions. The glass blowing demo and gallery tour was amazing. As was a private tour there was no rush. No presssure to buy but family purchased a beautiful piece we can’t wait to display in home!

Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide

Sarah_H, Jun 2026

Perfect way to spend the day!

Perfect way to spend the day and our guide Georgia was amazing. Highly recommend the private tour to Murano and Burano. The boat ride was lovely and got to see a different side of Venice. The glass factory was impressive. We did feel pressure by the staff to make a large purchase which was a little uncomfortable. Burano was spectacular. We wish we could have stayed longer. Georgi showed us the town and areas that were off the beaten path. Definitely loved this island.

Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors-Guided Visit

Dave_S, Jun 2026

Murano and Burano Island Tour

We visited the two islands Murano and Burano with a delightful English guide. We enjoyed his humor, wit and overall knowledge. It was a rainy day but we still had a good time and enjoyed walking around Burano and visiting the various shops. We enjoyed the tour and would recommend.

Catamaran Spritz Tour

George_R, Jun 2026

A great deal for the...

A great deal for the price. The catamaran was nice with plenty of places to sit or stand. It was raining during our booked time and we were the only reservation as a party of three but the staff still took us out on the water. Part of the catamaran was covered and we didn’t mind getting a little wet from the rain. They were very friendly, played fun music, and were accommodating. There are even bathrooms on the boat. Drinks were great!

Private Boat Tour to Murano, Burano and Torcello

Maria_A, May 2026

Wonderful tour of the Venetian Islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello

Our boat ride with Alex was very special. He took us to Murano and Burano where we disembarked and spent a good amount of time in each. At Murano we were led to a factory where we got a private demonstration by a Grand Master glass maker, Massimo, who made a small vase and a small horse in front of us. From there they led us upstairs to a gallery full of beautiful authentic Murano glass art and we were able to walk all around the gallery with a man who worked there. At the authentic Murano stores you can bargain and they’re usually willing to give you a discounted price. Burano is known for lace making and there we walked into one of two stores that Alex recommended. At Burano bargaining with the client is alive and well also. And yes, both at Murano and Burano, but especially at Burano, they are a little pushy and you may feel like you’re in a tourist trap, except what they are selling is beautiful and unique, so you are compelled to stay and look and maybe buy also. We didn’t disembark in Torcello but Alex drove us all around the island highlighting the most important facts. In honor of our wedding anniversary which we were celebrating he gave us prosecco and some traditional Burano biscuits. It was a bit chilly so he also gave us jackets to wear. Alex made the experience very special.

Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing

Kimberlee_s, Apr 2026

Book this adventure if you enjoy art!

We thoroughly enjoyed our private Murano tour. The boat ride over was smooth, we were met by Andre who showed us the behind the scenes process with the glass master. We toured the shop and selected some beautiful pieces to be shipped back home. Our guide, Camilla, was exceptional. She shared great info about the art, history, culture and pride of the Venetian people.

The Secrets of the Grand Canal - Special Private Boat Tour

Shannon_K, Oct 2025

Book it! You will enjoy it.

Our guide, Giovanni was exceptional. He is very knowledgeable and has a fun personality. It is so peaceful to leave the crowds of Venice and experience the city from the water. Giovanni took us to parts of Venice we would not have seen on foot. Very fun and worthwhile experience. Would highly recommend.

Sunset Jazz Catamaran Cruise with Aperitivo and Live Saxophone

Patrick_P, Aug 2025

Fantastic Experience

Awesome experience all around. Great communication, friendly staff, good music and fantastic views of the Venice sunset. We would definitely do this again and highly recommend for other visitors. Also, the restaurant that was our meeting place (La Nuovo Perla) was amazing. We went into the meal not expecting much and were blown away.