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The Islands of the Lagoon Guided Tour

A chance to tour Murano or visit three Venetian islands in one day

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Duration: 5 hours - 6 hours

On this tour, you'll have the opportunity to explore the islands of the Venetian Lagoon. You can opt for a three-hour tour or Murano, an island known for its centuries-old glass-making tradition. You'll have time to visit a furnace and observe the process of glass-blowing, as well as shop for glassware souvenirs. For a more comprehensive exploration, you can add visits to Burano and Torcello across a six-hour tour.

What's included

  • One-hour and 15 minutes on Torcello island (optional)
  • Glass-blowing demonstration at a furnace in Murano
  • Transportation in a panoramic boat
  • One-hour and 30 minutes on Burano island (optional)
  • Guide services
  • Lace-making demonstration (if option selected)

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Hotel pickup

    Accessibility

    • Public transport links nearby

    Health & safety

    • Suitable for all fitness levels

    Restrictions

    • Please note, this activity may be cancelled due to bad weather.
    • Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the activity starts.

    Tour available in your selected language

    English
    Italian
    French
    Spanish

    Additional information

    The six-hour tour is available only on specific days and times. Ensure you select the desired tour option during booking for the experience you prefer.

    This tour may be operated by a multilingual guide.

    The boats are completely covered and the tour operates even during rain. In case of exceptionally unfavourable weather, the tour may be cancelled and postponed to the next possible date.

    On certain dates, most travellers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a EUR 5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit the city's official webpage. Please note that different tour options have different starting points.

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Location

    Departure point

    Riva degli Schiavoni 4142, Venice, 30122
    The meeting point is in front of Palazzo Cornoldi, an eight-minute walk from St Mark’s Square.

    End point

    Riva degli Schiavoni 4142, Venice, 30122

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