Italy · Art & Craft

Venice Islands Tour: Murano, Burano and Mazzorbo

5 Hours Round trip from Venice Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore three Venetian Lagoon islands in one half-day tour
  • 02 Visit Murano’s oldest glass factory showroom and an authentic furnace
  • 03 See a lampwork artisan create intricate glass beads in Murano
  • 04 Stroll Burano’s colourful streets and visit a historic lace shop
  • 05 Enjoy peaceful island scenery in Mazzorbo and visit the Venissa vineyard
  • 06 Benefit from smart timing designed to avoid the busiest crowds
  • 07 Choose a private option that can be tailored to your interests

Discover a quieter side of the Venetian Lagoon on a half-day journey through Murano, Burano, and Mazzorbo. This island-hopping experience combines Venice’s most celebrated crafts with peaceful corners that many visitors miss, from Murano’s centuries-old glassmaking tradition to Burano’s colourful canals and lace heritage.

Along the way, enjoy a more relaxed pace as you explore authentic workshops, stroll beyond the busiest streets, and visit the tranquil Venissa vineyard in Mazzorbo. With smart routing designed to avoid the crowds and the flexibility of a private option, this tour offers an immersive look at island life, local artistry, and lagoon history.

Discover a quieter side of the Venetian Lagoon on a half-day journey through Murano, Burano, and Mazzorbo.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Venice
Languages English, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Burano: Color, Lace, and Local Life

Famous for its candy-colored houses and delicate lacework, Burano is a photographer’s dream. We'll visit a historic lace shop and stroll through the island’s lesser-known quarters, away from the crowds, where local life continues undisturbed. From the Terranova bridge, enjoy a perfect view of Burano’s leaning bell tower.

Mazzorbo: Walled Vineyard and Tranquility

Connected to Burano by a wooden bridge, Mazzorbo offers a serene escape with fewer than 300 residents. We'll explore the walled Venissa vineyard, home to the native Dorona grape, and admire the bell tower—remains of a former monastery. It’s a peaceful walk through nature, history, and local traditions.

Murano: Glass, History, and Hidden Corners

We’ll step into the oldest glass factory in the world and witness centuries-old techniques combined with contemporary design. Then, we’ll stroll along Rio dei Vetrai, discovering traditional glass workshops. The tour includes a stop at a lampwork atelier, where a local artist crafts intricate glass beads using fire and skill.

Avoiding the Crowds: Smart Island Timing

This itinerary is designed to make the most of your time. Morning tours begin in Torcello and end in Murano before the crowds arrive; afternoon tours reverse the order to enjoy the beauty of Burano at sunset. This smart planning ensures a relaxed and immersive experience.

Customizable Private Tour

As a private tour, the route can be adapted to your preferences—whether you wish to spend more time on one island, skip a stop, or explore hidden gems not included in the standard itinerary.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Venice 1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Top-rated local guide (licensed tour guide – registration no. )
  • Meeting point at Fondamente Nove, Venice
  • Visit to a glass artisan specializing in lampwork in Murano
  • Access to an authentic furnace in Murano
  • Visit to the showroom of the oldest glass factory in the world in Murano
  • Visit to an authentic Burano lace shop
  • Visit to the Venissa vineyard in Mazzorbo

What's Not Included

  • Water bus ticket (to be purchased onboard).
  • Gratuities are at your discretion.

Know before you go

Tour Options

  • The shared small-group tour is available in German or in English and limited to 10 participants max.
  • For English, Italian, Spanish, or German, you can book a private tour.
  • Private tours are fully customizable and reserved exclusively for your group.

Accessibility

  • I strive to make this experience as inclusive and accessible as possible.
  • If you have motor, sensory, or cognitive disabilities, please inform me in advance — I’ll do my best to accommodate your needs.
  • The shared group tour is not wheelchair accessible, but a wheelchair-friendly private version is available upon request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Venice, IT
Tour start
Venice, IT
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Venice.

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