Venices Islands Tour Murano, Burano and Torcello

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Duration: 4 hours - 6 hours
Service animals welcome

Explore the most famous Venetian islands, places with rich craft traditions, and fascinating history.

Your journey begins with a departure near St. Mark’s Square or Santa Lucia Train Station. During the ride, a live guide will share stories about the history of the Venice Lagoon and the islands you’ll visit.

First stop is Murano, called the “Island of Glass.” Here, you’ll spend 30 min touring a glass factory, where you’ll visit skilled artisans crafting and blowing glass into stunning works of art. Then, enjoy 15 minutes of free time to explore the island.

Next, you’ll head to Torcello, the oldest inhabited island in the lagoon. As you cruise, take in the serene natural beauty.

Your final stop is Burano, a fishing village famous for its colored houses and centuries old lace making tradition.

The guide will accompany you to the glass factory in Murano and the lace shop in Burano, the rest of the tour is self-guided, explore each island at your own pace.

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What's included

  • Visit to Murano Island, Burano Island, and Torcello
  • Multilingual live commentary onboard the boat
  • Round-trip transportation by boat

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Food and beverages
    • Transportation to and from the meeting point.
    • Ticket to Torcello Cathedral (5 EUR)

    Languages spoken by guide

    German
    English
    Italian
    French
    Spanish

    Additional information

    Wheelchair accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Service animals allowed

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Location

    Departure point

    San Marco Giardinetti ACTV Fermata/Stop, Riva degli Schiavoni, Venezia, 30124
    The customer needs to arrive to the Alilaguna ticket office in front of the Royal Gardens, close to St. Mark's Square From St. Mark's Square, and look to your right. You'll find the ticket office across from the entrance to the Royal Gardens. THE DURATION OF THE TOUR FROM THIS POINT IS 4.5 HRS

    Departure point

    Venezia Unica Stazione FS Santa Lucia IAT, Cannaregio 54 C-D, Venezia, 30121
    The starting point in this option is from Alilaguna Ticket Office S.Lucia Railway station. The office is located outside the station, at the corner of the Scalzi church. 200 meters from the tourist office, across of the station. THE DURATION OF THE TOUR FROM THIS POINT IS 5.5 HRS

    End point

    San Marco Giardinetti ACTV Fermata/Stop, Riva degli Schiavoni, Venezia, 30124

    End point

    Venezia Unica Stazione FS Santa Lucia IAT, Cannaregio 54 C-D, Venezia, 30121

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