From Venice: Private boat from hotel, Glass blowing demo and Gift

Venice, Italy

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Delve into Murano’s centuries‑old glassmaking tradition with this immersive live demonstration by a master artisan. Traveling in style by water taxi, visit an authentic glass factory, watch each step of the production process, and learn the techniques used to create the iconic Murano glass, even trying to blow the glass yourself. Sip a glass of local Prosecco as you observe the artistry up close before exploring the showroom’s collection of beautiful glass pieces. After, take another water taxi to Burano, the island of colourful houses, where you will visit an old lace lab and sample local cookies or gelato. A final water taxi will return you to Venice with more scenic waterway views on the way.

Travel with ease and see the floating city at its best via water taxis
See more of authentic Venice by discovering a historic Murano glass factory most tourists won't visit
Visit the showroom to admire and purchase handcrafted Murano artworks in a relaxed setting
Taste local Prosecco and desserts to complement this creative venture

What's Included

Entrance ticket to the Murano Glass Factory
Private transportation
English speaking guide in Murano

Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Guests will meet their private boat at the Meeting point and then they will start the journey to the Murano Glass factory

What To Expect

Murano

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
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
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.2

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Great Time

Mark_C, Jun 2024

Had an absolute wonderful time. The people at the glass factory were very friendly and we enjoyed the entire experience.

Fascinating quick tour

Alexandria_T, Nov 2023

Watching the glassblowing in the workshop was incredible and the tour given with the owner of the factory was also very enjoyable.

Glass Blowing in Murano

Robert_N, Jun 2023

Very Informative and interesting to see great craftsman at work. You do need to take transportation to this event.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

We are glad you enjoyed this experience. In the description anyway it is clear that transportation is not included.

Very good

Diane_J, May 2023

Going on the boat over tomorrow, and it was great. Seeing the glass blowing. The events was wonderful purchase some stuff met some friends it was very good