Murano Glass Bead Workshop in Venice with Local Artisan

Venice, Italy

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5+ bookings last month.

1 hour (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Murano glass is one of Venice's most famous crafts, but most tourists never go beyond a glassblowing demonstration. With this hands-on class, take a deeper dive into the city's glass-making traditions by creating colorful beads under the guidance of a seasoned artisan. Discover the historic Venetian art of lampworking using techniques passed down through the centuries, and take away your handcrafted beads as a unique souvenir of your time in the Floating City.

A 1-hour workshop, easy to pair with other tours and sightseeing in Venice
One-on-one instruction with a private class and dedicated instructor
Ideal for beginners and experienced crafters of all ages
Bring the beads you've created home with you for a one-of-a-kind souvenir

What's Included

Materials
Expert artisan guidance
Take home all the beads you create

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

MURANERO
Salizada del Pignater, 3545, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy
Enter the shop.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
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.

Traveler Photos

Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)

Reviews

4.6

based on 5 reviews

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Julie_R, Jun 2026

Would like to have gotten more beads from activity. Our time seemed to be cut a little short with a late start.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. 💛 We're sorry to hear that you felt you didn't have enough time to create as many beads as you had hoped. We completely understand your perspective, and your comments are very valuable to us as we continuously work to improve our guests' experience. We're glad you chose to discover this unique Venetian craft with us. Our workshop is designed to give participants the opportunity to learn the traditional techniques of glass bead making while receiving personal guidance from a skilled local artisan. Since each bead is handcrafted over an open flame, quality and safety are always our top priorities. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope that the beads you created will remain a special reminder of your time in Venice. We would love to welcome you back in the future for another creative experience! Thank you again for helping us improve. ✨

Excellent class

Lucinda_V, Jun 2026

Highly recommend this class! Two friends have booked this class! I loved learning a bit about making glass beads. The whole process was enjoyable. I can’t wait to make my beads into wearable art!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hi Lucinda, Thank you so much for your lovely review — we’re truly happy to hear that you had a great time! We can’t wait to welcome you again. A big warm hug to you and your sweet mom 💛 See you soon! Warm regards, Monica

The BEST part of Venice

taylor_h, May 2026

This workshop was the HIGHLIGHT of our trip. I’ve always been interested in glassmaking, so the chance to learn from an experienced craftsman was a dream come true. Our guide was patient, knowledgable, and fun. He let us make a number of beads, and also let us keep some of the demo ones he made. We came back to the shop the next day to pick them up! Absolutely delighted by the results!! Skip the tourist trap shops and take home an authentic, handmade souvenir from Venice. Do NOT miss this!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hi Taylor,Thank you so much for your lovely review — we’re truly happy to hear that you had a great time! We can’t wait to welcome you again. A big warm hug to you and your sweet mom 💛 See you soon! Warm regards, Monica

Highlight of our trip!

lisa_f, Mar 2026

Our family of 4 had the most fun making glass beads. We truly weren’t sure what to expect. Luckily, we were in very good hands. Our instructor made the process look so easy and patiently guided us through his craft. He showed us different techniques and designs. We left the studio with a handful of gorgeous glittering beads ams a wonderful memory. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Hi Lisa, Thank you so much for your beautiful review! It’s truly an honor for us to make your experiences as unique as possible, and when that happens, it really fills our hearts with joy 😊 We look forward to welcoming you in all our Italian cities to create many more wonderful memories together! Warm regards, Monica Club Joy Support Team