About this tour
A four-hour private boat tour taking you to two of Venice's most distinctive lagoon islands. Start in Burano, where pastel-hued houses line the canals and centuries of lace-making tradition live on in workshops and museums. Then cross to Murano to watch master glassblowers transform molten silica into works of art at active furnaces, before exploring a Romanesque basilica that's stood since the 7th century. Hotel pickup and private guide included.
Highlights
- Burano's technicolour waterfront and quiet back-canal walks
- Watch lace artisans at work in museum and studio settings
- Murano glass factory demonstrations—furnace heat, live craftsmanship
- San Martino church with rare Venice lagoon sacred art collection
- Santa Maria and San Donato basilica, built during Byzantine era
- Private boat transfers between islands; no queuing
What to expect
Your guide meets you at your hotel pier and takes you by private motorboat to Burano first. You'll explore on foot—narrow streets, fishing boats, the Lace Museum if you choose (entry separate). The island moves at a slower pace than Venice proper; expect locals going about their day rather than crowds. After an hour or so, you'll boat across to Murano. Here the rhythm shifts: you'll spend time at a glass factory watching artisans work, which is genuinely mesmerising but also touristy. The basilica is quieter and genuinely atmospheric. You'll return to Venice by private boat.
Good to know
Entrance fees to museums and glass-blowing demos aren't included—budget accordingly. Wear comfortable shoes; both islands involve walking. The boat is heated but exposed to weather. Infant seats available upon request at booking. Minimum two people required per tour.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.