Venice Islands and Artisans Private Tour
Explore colorful streets and ancient trades in Murano and Burano with a private boat and local guide
4.95
( 22 reviews )
4 h
Venice’s islands are stunning, but getting to Murano and Burano on your own can mean crowded boats and rushed visits. This private tour offers a seamless escape, with your own guide and boat for a relaxed journey across the lagoon. Watch Murano’s master glassblowers at work, then explore Burano’s vibrant streets and lace-making traditions at your own pace. With personalized attention and no crowds to slow you down, it’s the perfect way to experience Venice’s iconic islands.
No need to worry about navigating complex public ferries or water taxis today, as you meet your guide in central Venice where your private boat will be waiting. Speed across the lagoon and see why the charming and colorful islands of Murano and Burano have captured people's hearts for centuries.
Inhabited by amazing Italian craftsmen who produce the famous Venetian colored glass and intricate lace, these Venice islands are the perfect places to experience the artisan culture of the cit...
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Free cancellation up to 7 days in advance!
Passionate English-speaking guide
Private boat to Murano and Burano
Glassblowing demonstration
Lace making demonstration
Free time in Murano and Burano
Return to Venice by boat
Guide gratuity
Hotel pick-up
Wheelchair accessible
Discover ancient artisan trades
On arrival to Murano, visit a glass blowing workshop. Go Inside and watch the artists at work.
Cruise the lagoon by private boat
Explore the enigmatic Venetian islands in true VIP style, with your own private boat and a dedicated local guide to make your day unforgettable!
Pass by tiny Venetian islands
During your mini boat tour between islands, pass Torcello island, whose roots go back 1500 years. This was the very first island inhabited in the lagoon in the 5th century A.D.
Explore Murano
Stroll the authentic streets of Murano and see the highlights, including the island cemetary of San Michele
Live glassblowing demonstration
This is your opportunity to watch real artisans create works of art in front of your eyes.
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
You'll meet at the monument for Victorio Emanuele II near the Ferry stop S. Zaccaria (S. Zaccaria vaporetto stop). A friendly representative will be there holding a "The Tour Guy" sign.
Wear some comfortable shoes, and bring water and a camera. In the summer, we recommend sunscreen too.
4.95
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Such a great tour and a fantastic tour guide
Jeffrey Bogle
June 06, 2025
We visited Murano and Burano today and both islands were fabulous. We got to see glass makers up close and also got to see the skill involved in the decoration of lace by hand. Our tour guide was Sarena and she was over the top great. She was very pleasant and possessed incredible knowledge of the islands we visited.
Other options appreciated
Rafael Quinones
May 26, 2025
We were into this tour as my wife is into glass blowing and other crafting methodologies . Serena was on time, very knowledgeable and accommodating. But she never showed other options, which we found later were the same, but at a significant lower price. We bought the same piece offered for $7,000 at. 1,600 certified. Same as in Burano. Thanks.
Jim Norton
May 24, 2025
Anita Bedwell
May 06, 2025
This was an amazing experience to see these islands and experience the glass making and lace making. We really enjoyed the private tour.
The Most Wonderful Way To Experience Murano and Burano!
Anna Maria Azeglio
February 22, 2025
I booked this private tour in order to make traveling with my 80 year old mother easier. Flavia, our tour guide was AMAZING! She is very knowledgeable, professional, demonstrated great interpersonal skills, kind and flexible. Our first stop was at the New Murano Gallery. The owner, Guilio, greeted us warmly and gave us a personal tour of his gallery. This included glass blowing demonstrations. It was beyond our expectations wonderful! Our second stop was the picturesque Burano. Words cannot describe the beauty of this island. We really enjoyed the lace making demonstration at La Perla! This is also a must see experience! While my mom had coffee at the main square, Flavia gave my husband and I an amazing walking tour of Burano. She explained everything in great detail and offered to take photos of us along the way. I highly recommend this experience!
Islands tour
stephanie odom
January 01, 2025
Serena was knowledgeable & we had a great time. We would highly recommend!
Private tour of Murano and Burano
Cynthia Hesse
August 24, 2024
EXCELLENT Tour and Guide! Worth the money for all the details being taken care of and having the luxury of adapting tour to our needs! Tour Guy tours are the only way to go!
Murano is a must!
Pamela Shawn Glacken
July 22, 2024
Cecelia was a great guide. She was patient and really nice. She made sure we understood the schedule and gave us choices on how much time to spend at each spot. Our only issue was the water taxi was quite late.
Excellent afternoon with Flava
Ada Healey
April 12, 2024
Took private water taxi to Murano and got tour of glass factory and saw artisans at work with a special guided tour. The glass gallery we toured was really impressive, even for my teenagers, which is saying something. Also went to Burano to see lace making artisans and to walk around. Our guide was excellent. The island is quaint, and beautiful with the multi colored houses. Our guide was Easy to understand and informative. Taxis showed up on time and Islands were fascinating and less crowded than Venice. I highly recommend the tour if you are looking for a refined, informative experience with personal attention.
Do this tour, you won’t regret it!
Cameron Sandage
March 19, 2024
We had a lovely time with Cristina B as our guide she greeted us in the morning and told us all about what we were about to see and do. She also answered all my wife and I’d questions about Murano, Burano and Venice. We loved exploring the areas and could had spent a whole day in both if we had the time. Cristina B is an excellent guide and we were lucky to have her show us around. Most memorable trip on our honeymoon thus far for sure!
James Bray
March 03, 2024
Murano/Burano
Cynthia Kiernan
October 30, 2023
It was so much fun! Our guide Francesca was excellent and the artisans were fabulous. There was a discount on Burano if you had cash. Wish we knew in advance!
Excellent Tour
Deborah Perkins
October 04, 2023
We had a wonderful time on this tour and Flavia was excellent. Her knowledge of the islands was outstanding and she made the tour interesting and fun. She was very flexible and gave us advice on other things to do in Venice after our tour. Would definitely recommend to anyone.
Simply perfect
Kevin Segedi
September 28, 2023
The beauty of these islands, especially Burano, combined with meeting the artisans and being wowed by their creations, was really special. The experiences in Murano and Burano were enhanced by our friendly and knowledgeable guide, Flavia, who shared so much of the history and answered all of our questions. Highly recommended!
Suzanne Cohen
June 19, 2023
Great tour!
Melody Jamali
June 11, 2023
This tour was the perfect way to learn about Murano and Burano. We especially enjoyed touring the Murano glass studio and gallery and learning about the intricate art of making lace. Our tour guide, Aleesa was knowledgeable and charming. We definitely recommend the tour to those wanting to know more about these islands and the skilled artisans that work and live there.