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Venice Lagoon Islands Boat Tour with Murano, Burano, and Torcello

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Cruise from San Marco to witness glass blowing, lacemaking, and local Venetian life

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6 h 30 min

Max 50 Guests

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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.

For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change

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Start times are in the product’s local time

Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!

Fri, 28 Aug 2026

Meeting and drop-off point

The meeting point is in Riva degli Schiavoni, number 4136, near Saint Mark's Square. The boat returns to the same general area, near San Marco, in the late afternoon or early evening, depending on the chosen departure time.

Important Details

Good to know:

  • Accessibility: This tour involves ancient ground and uneven terrain. It is unfortunately not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.

  • Tour Changes: On busy days, the order of visits to the islands of Murano and Torcello may be changed.

  • Weather Advisory: In case of particular weather conditions (e.g., fog) or adverse weather, the service may not be regular and may be suspended.

  • Please Note: This is not a guided tour. The boat departs each island punctually at the scheduled time communicated on board. The boat cannot wait for late arrivals, so please adhere strictly to the departure times to ensure you return to Venice with the group.

  • Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.

Your 6.5-hour tour includes

  • Roundtrip boat transportation from San Marco

  • Team member at the meeting point

  • Visit and entry to a Murano glass factory

  • Live glass-making demonstration by an artisan

  • 1 hour free time on Murano Island

  • 2 hours free time on Burano Island

  • 1 hour free time on Torcello Island

  • Maximum group size of 50

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Water bottle

  • Government-issued ID

  • Camera

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