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Venice Lagoon Islands Boat Tour with Murano, Burano, and Torcello
Cruise from San Marco to witness glass blowing, lacemaking, and local Venetian life
Dealing with crowded public ferries and timetables for three separate islands will quickly make you wish you stayed ashore. This full-day boat tour eliminates the stress entirely. Cruise the lagoon in a comfortable boat to Murano, where you’ll watch a master artisan shape molten glass. Next, explore Burano's famously colorful houses. Finally, visit the historic Torcello to see Venetian-Byzantine mosaics. It’s the best, most relaxing way to experience the famous lagoon islands of Venice.
What's included
Roundtrip boat transportation from San Marco
Welcome host
Glass-making demonstration
Free time in Murano, Burano, and Torcello
Tour guide on islands
Entry fee to Torcello Basilica
Itinerary
Your tour begins in Riva degli Schiavoni, Venice
Meet a team member at the designated check-in point, four bridges from Saint Mark’s Square toward the Arsenale. Board the comfortable large boat with a panoramic deck and begin sailing across the emerald-colored waters of the Venetian Lagoon.
Murano
The first stop is Murano, the island famous worldwide for its historic glassmaking tradition. Head directly to a local factory to watch a skilled craftsman during a live, intricate glass-blowing demonstration. Afterwards, enjoy one hour of free time!
Burano
Next, travel to Burano, the fishing island recognizable by its streetscapes of brightly colored houses and long history of delicate lace production. Head to the town center for two hours of free time to have lunch and explore.
Torcello
Then travel from bright Burano to Torcello, the oldest settlement in the lagoon area. You have one hour of free time here. Use this time to visit the old Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta to see its famous Venetian-Byzantine mosaics.
Your tour ends with return to Saint Mark's Square
The boat excursion ends with a return trip across the lagoon, dropping you off near the original departure point at San Marco. This central location leaves you perfectly situated in the heart of Venice.
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Tue, 19 May 2026
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