Murano Tours and Tickets

Q: Do you need to be on a tour to visit Murano, Italy?

No, you don't need to be on one of the many <a href="https://www.viator.com/Venice-attractions/Murano/d522-a750" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Murano tours</a> to visit. You can always take a vaporetto (ferry) or water taxi there and explore independently. However, a tour is a much more convenient option, particularly if you want to see the islands of Burano and Torcello on the same day trip.

Q: Is Murano or Burano better to visit?

It depends—Murano is better to visit if you're interested in Venetian glass, and it's one of the most popular of the Venetian Islands. However, Burano is a must for photographers, with its picture-perfect colorful houses. If you don’t want to choose, keep in mind most island tours stop at both.

Q: How much time do I need in Murano?

You’ll need around one or two hours in Murano to see the sights and get a feel for the island. Murano is not very big, making it easy to navigate on foot. Most people just come for a stroll, to see a glass-blowing demonstration or visit a glass museum, and to learn about its history.

Q: How long is the water taxi from Venice to Murano?

The water taxi from Venice to Murano takes about 20 minutes each way. Water taxis are a convenient, but more expensive, way to visit the island. Travelers on a budget (or those wanting to visit multiple islands on one trip) should consider taking a vaporetto (ferry) or joining a tour led by local guides instead.

Q: How do you get around Murano?

Murano is a car-free destination, so most people get around by walking. You can also take a gondola from point to point on the island, which is great if you want to relax and take in the sights. If you take a tour to Murano, expect to do some walking.

Q: Can you visit Murano and Burano in one day?

Yes, you can visit Murano and Burano in one day. Most tours from Venice to Murano stop in Burano to see the island's beautiful, multi-hued houses and to visit a lace factory. Some tours also include a stop in Torcello, a small island that's known for its lovely cathedrals.

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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

Explore the intricacies of two famed Italian handicrafts on a fully guided day trip from Venice to the nearby islands of Murano and Burano with a group of up to 22 people. Watch centuries-old glassblowing techniques in Murano, and marvel at the detailed stitches of exquisite Burano lace. Your knowledgeable guide will share the history of these two artisan islands while you visit local workshops and wander the picturesque streets.

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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

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Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

Visit Torcello, Murano, and Burano—three islands in the Venetian Lagoon—on this tour from Venice by motorboat. With a guide, watch glass being blown at a Murano glass factory, see historical cathedrals on Torcello, and admire exquisite handmade lace on Burano. This is a great way to see more than just the central sights of Venice and enjoy a cruise on the water. Select a departure time when booking.

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Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

With this tour, you can explore two stunning islands while visiting Venice—Murano, renowned for its centuries-old glassblowing tradition, and Burano, famous for its intricate lacemaking history. Travel comfortably by private boat, then enjoy the chance to disembark and learn about local crafts, including live demonstrations of both glassblowing and lacemaking, as well as free time to explore Burano alone.

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Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Murano Glass Experience With a Visit to a Burano Lace Island

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Murano by Private Watertaxi Including Glass Blowing Demo with Hotel Pickup

Get to the famed glassblowing island of Murano while avoiding the crowds on a one-way private water taxi transfer. Have a chance to explore a 7th–century cathedral in Murano's historical center before visiting a glass factory. Here, you can learn about the skill required to blow glass by watching a demonstration, and you can also peruse showrooms and take advantage of discounts on glassware.

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Murano by Private Watertaxi Including Glass Blowing Demo with Hotel Pickup

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Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour

Embark on a guided boat tour through the Venetian Lagoon to explore three islands in just one trip: Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Discover Murano's famous glass-blowing art with a live demonstration; stroll through Burano’s colorful streets; and explore the historical wonders of Torcello, the birthplace of the Venice Republic. Customize your experience with different tour options, including the chance to travel by retro boat.

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Venice Lagoon Islands: Murano & Burano Guided Tour

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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See more of Venice on a tour to the islands of Burano and Murano, where you can learn about the traditions and history of this area of Italy. You'll travel by boat to reach Murano, known for glass-blowing, followed by Burano, known for lace and its brightly painted fisherman's houses. Booking this tour means you don't have to worry about how to get to the islands on your own so you can relax and enjoy your day.

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Murano and Burano Islands 4-Hour Tour

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

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Murano & Burano Cruise with Venetian Specialties & Wine

Immerse yourself in the enchanting islands of the Venetian Lagoon on this half-day group tour to Murano and Burano. Glide past Venice's skyline, lined with historic palaces, on a panoramic boat ride across the lagoon. First, discover Murano, known for its glassmaking tradition, where you can watch a glassblowing demonstration. Continue to Burano to wander through its colorful streets and discover its lace craftsmanship.

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Murano & Burano Cruise with Venetian Specialties & Wine

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Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Premium Guided Experience

Embark on a breathtaking cruise through the Venetian Lagoon to explore Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Witness live glass-blowing in Murano, stroll past Burano’s vibrant fishermen’s homes, and discover Torcello’s ancient charm. Guided by experts, this immersive experience offers insight into Venice’s origins and traditions. Admire the stunning scenery as you return, passing by St. Mark’s Basin. Ideal for lovers of history, art, and picturesque landscapes.

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Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Premium Guided Experience

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St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride

This tour is the perfect pick for time-tight travelers visiting Venice. Save yourself the hassle of booking tickets and waiting in long lines and opt for this convenient one-day itinerary instead. As well as skip-the-line admission and guided tours of St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, the trip also includes a scenic gondola ride and visits to Murano and Burano to watch glass-blowing and lace-making demonstrations.

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St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Venice Islands Cruise: Murano Glass, Rainbow Burano & Torcello

Experience Venice from a different perspective on a small-group, guided motorboat tour of the Venetian Lagoon, including stops at Murano and Burano islands. Murano boasts a centuries-old glassmaking tradition, and here, you can go inside a factory and enjoy the rare opportunity of watching a glass artisan at work. Conclude your tour with a visit to vibrant Burano, celebrated as one of Italy's most colorful towns.

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Venice Islands Cruise: Murano Glass, Rainbow Burano & Torcello

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Murano Burano Islands Boat Tour Glass Factory & St Erasmo Winery

Set off from San Marco to explore Murano and Burano, two of Venice’s most famous lagoon islands, with a live glassblowing demonstration. Along the way, your guide will explain the history of the islands before you watch a craftsman create colorful Murano glass. In Burano, you’ll discover the story of its brightly colored houses In Burano, you’ll discover the story of its brightly colored houses and then have some free time to explore at your own pace.

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Murano Burano Islands Boat Tour Glass Factory & St Erasmo Winery

4 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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The Murano Glass Museum in Venice

1 to 3 hours

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Private Murano and Burano VIP Venice Boat Tour

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. Hotel transfers are included for a seamless experience.

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Private Murano and Burano VIP Venice Boat Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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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.

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

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Afternoon Lagoon Tour Murano, Burano, and Torcello

Venture beyond the best-known attractions of Venice and explore the treasures of neighboring islands. On this afternoon boat tour, you’ll watch a glass-blowing demonstration in Murano, admire Burano’s leaning tower and brightly painted fishermen’s homes, and set foot on the oldest Venetian Lagoon settlement in Torcello. Enjoy guided commentary plus time to explore each island independently—and be back in St. Mark’s Square in time for dinner.

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Afternoon Lagoon Tour Murano, Burano, and Torcello

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Venice Private Boat Tour Murano & Burano

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Venice, Murano, and Burano Excursion from Jesolo-Punta Sabbioni

Departing from the port of Punta Sabbioni, travel to Murano, an island renowned worldwide for its centuries-old tradition of blown glass. Accompanied by your guide, attend a demonstration on glass working and have the opportunity to buy handmade local products. Then, head to Burano, known as the island of lace and colored houses. Finally, proceed to Venice, where you'll have plenty of free time to explore at your own leisure.

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Venice, Murano, and Burano Excursion from Jesolo-Punta Sabbioni

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Murano, Burano & Torcello by Private Luxury Water Taxi

Venice’s “vaporetto” water buses are a unique way to get around the islands, but their slow pace and frequent stops can eat into your sightseeing time. With this tour, zip between the islands by water taxi and to fit in guided visits to three of the most fascinating in a single day. Explore the Murano’s glassblowing workshops, snap photos of Burano’s colorful houses, and learn about Venetian history on Torcello.

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Murano, Burano & Torcello by Private Luxury Water Taxi

6 hours 7 minutesFree Cancellation

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Murano, Burano, and Torcello Islands Public Cruise from Venice

Venice is home to over 100 islands, but many visitors miss some of the archipelago’s most spectacular. Head to Murano, Burano, and Torcello during this full-day cruise. Travel like a local onboard a *vaporetto* ferry. See artisans at work inside a glass-blowing factory, admire candy-colored rows of fishermen's houses, and see Byzantine-era frescos inside a historic cathedral—all in just one day of sightseeing.

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Murano, Burano, and Torcello Islands Public Cruise from Venice

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Venice in One Day: City Walk, Murano & Burano with Lunch

Cover the best of central Venice, Murano, and Burano without the hassle of a map or public water buses with this full-day private tour. Meet your guide at your Venice hotel, train station, or main car park and set off to explore the main sights on foot. After taking in St. Mark’s Basilica and other treasures, catch a private water taxi with your guide to visit the two most famous lagoon islands.

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Venice in One Day: City Walk, Murano & Burano with Lunch

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hard Rock Cafe Venice with Set Lunch or Dinner

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Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

Patricia_F, May 2026

Great Tour

This is definitely worth doing Murano was amazing, it was very organised and the tour guide was very informative

Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

Barbara_L, May 2026

Fab trip well worth a...

Fab trip well worth a visit murano factory was really good to see .burano is stunning had a great day

Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

Angela_L, May 2026

Murano and Burano are great to visit

Murano and Burano were great. Very different. Would rather spend more time at them and not Torcello as little to see.

Murano Glass Experience With a Visit to a Burano Lace Island

Douglas_C, May 2026

10 star experience!

This was beyond a 5 star experience. The island of Burano should not be missed! Exceptional! Murano glass blowing was mesmerizing. The skill of the artisans was inspirational!

Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

Jacklyn_G, May 2026

The glass making is worth it.

The audio on the island ferry was very difficult to hear or understand. The microphone was crackling and the engine was loud. The Murano glass maker demonstration was very enjoyable. Burano was nice to see but definitely a tourist trap. The other stop was forgettable and a waste of precious time

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.

Venice Islands Cruise: Murano Glass, Rainbow Burano & Torcello

Lisa_W, Mar 2026

Murano, Burano, Torcello Tour

This was our first time to Venice si we wanted to see Murano, Burano, and Torcello. This was a lovely tour. It said small group, and we did end up breaking into small groups but all in all, there were over 89 people on the boat. The glass-blowing demonstration was fun to watch in Murano. The colored buildings in Burano were beautiful and bright! The medieval feel in Torcello was true to its claim. I would do it again and I would come in the summer. It is the end of March and it is 50° F.

The Best of Venice and Murano with Saint Mark's Private Tour

Manoj_P, Mar 2026

Fantastic walking tour—an...

Fantastic walking tour—an engaging way to experience Venice beyond the usual sights. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and brought the city’s history to life with great stories. Loved exploring hidden alleys and learning local insights. The Murano Glass Factory tour was amazing—watching the craftsmanship up close was truly memorable. Highly recommend for anyone visiting!

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Know before you go

Murano glassblowing and Burano lace-making demonstrations make for great photos.
Both Murano glass and Burano lace are famous for their impeccable craftsmanship—and prices reflect that. Be wary of “bargain” prices, which often mean counterfeit goods.
Visitors often find that Murano’s glass shops employ hard-sell techniques, which can be uncomfortable. To avoid being strong-armed, always book your Venice islands tour through a reputable company.

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