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Murano Glassblowing and VIP Shopping Tour

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Venice, Italy
  • 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Leave Venice behind to explore its lagoon islands—and avoid the crowds—on this small-group tour to Murano. Step inside a craft workshop, watch artisans give a glassblowing demonstration, and savor an included glass of Prosecco at a showroom and art gallery. Learn about local history, culture, and architecture and enjoy the chance to indulge in some retail therapy along the way.
  • Visit Murano with water taxi from Piazza San Marco in Venice included
  • Avoid the visitor crowds on a more intimate small-group tour
  • Go beyond the guidebook and watch a live glassblowing demonstration
  • Unlock exclusive factory discounts and take home unique souvenirs

What's Included

  • Water taxi ride to Murano : Begin at Piazza San Marco and enjoy breathtaking views of the lagoon.
  • Expert hosts: Learn from the master during the glassblowing demo and from the staff in the gallery.
  • Visit a Murano glass factory: Learn about the art and secrets behind Murano glass.
  • Blown-glass demo: Watch the creation of exquisite Murano glass pieces by skilled artisans.
  • Showroom shopping: The largest Murano glass store with unbeatable factory prices.
  • Enjoy a glass of authentic Italian Prosecco, offered during the factory and gallery tour.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Riva degli Schiavoni, 4171, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy

      Please kindly meet your guide 10–15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of the Londra Palace Hotel, next to the water taxi station. Riva degli Schiavoni 4171, Venice.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    1

    Murano

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Reviews

    4.5
    based on 23 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Murano

    Nicholas_C, May 2026
    Good communication with the company and everything seamlessly organised. Personal service and an informative tour of New Murano Glass factory.

    Great experience, the...

    Jackie_Z, Apr 2026
    Great experience, the glass is unbelievably beautiful. Spending time watching the master artisans was very interesting. A must if in Venice.

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