Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing

Duration3h

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LanguagesGerman, Chinese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

A 3 hours guided visit to Murano: the worldwide famous island for the glassblowing's tradition!

You will enjoy the tour from an artistic, historical, and traditional point of view, admiring the artisans of this peculiar art at work!

Your guide will accompany you through the discovery of the techniques of this ancient art, in a tour which includes a demonstration by the real glass craftsmen! You can also choose to attend the optional visit of San Donato’s, the splendid Church of the Island.

You will enjoy also a walking tour of Murano islands to admire its picturesque square and the fascinating palaces.

A great experience where you will learn the manufacture and glassblowing art.

Options

Murano Glass Tour - English

Private Tour in English: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.

Murano & Burano Tour - English

Duration: 4 hours
Private Tour in English: Immerse yourself in the living tradition of Murano glass, then journey to Burano to enjoy its vibrant, colorful houses.

Murano Glass Tour - French

Private Tour in French: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.

Murano Glass Tour - Spanish

Private Tour in Spanish: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.

Murano Glass Tour - Chinese

Duration: 3 hours
Private Tour in Chinese: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.

Murano & Burano Tour - Chinese

Duration: 4 hours
Private Tour in Chinese: Immerse yourself in the living tradition of Murano glass, then journey to Burano to enjoy its vibrant, colorful houses.

What's included

Burano Island Visit (if option is selected)
Glass demostration
Private Guided Tour (3 hours) with commentary including watertaxi to Murano and back to Venice
Guided Murano walking tour
Private tour guide

Food or drinks

What to expect

Isola di Murano
2h

You can feel the warmth, the smells and the sounds of the furnace and you will see the clever hands of the artisan mold the glass in front of your eyes and then, like magic, it will be transformed into a unique object, thanks to the work of a millennial artisan culture that has been handed down from one generation to another. The glassblowing art is recognized in all the world as a synonym of beauty. This art of molding the glass in all these shapes, was one of the best safeguarded secrets in the Venetian Republic.

After the glass-making demonstration you will enjoy a island walking tour: the guide will narrate secrets and myths of Murano. You'll visit also the wonderful Church of San Donato, a masterpiece of the Venetian architecture symbol of the island.

Exclusive experience to learn this incredible artisan art of the venetian laggon.
Duomo di Murano Santi Maria e Donato
Pass by

Admire a hidden jewel of Murano: the breathtaking Cathedral.
San Michele
Pass by

During the boat ride, you will pass in front of San Michele's Island: the Venice Cemetery

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Face the Basilica with St. Mark’s Square behind you. Walk straight to the waterfront (Riva degli Schiavoni), passing the Doge’s Palace on your right. Turn left along the promenade and walk about 100m. Look for Calle de le Rasse on your left, enter, and after a short walk, you’ll reach Venice Tours.

End point

Face the Basilica with St. Mark’s Square behind you. Walk straight to the waterfront (Riva degli Schiavoni), passing the Doge’s Palace on your right. Turn left along the promenade and walk about 100m. Look for Calle de le Rasse on your left, enter, and after a short walk, you’ll reach Venice Tours.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable shoes suggested
San Donato’s visit are available from Monday to Saturday (9am–12pm and 3:30pm–7pm) Sunday (3:30pm – 7pm).
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned, and the tour will leave with small groups.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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