Murano and Burano Islands Day Trip from Venice

By joining this experience you will depart from Venice by boat to visit the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello, three must-see destinations for tourists.

Murano, located right next to Venice, is world-renowned not only for its natural and architectural beauty, but especially for the manufacture of works of art made from fused glass, which local artisans create using ancient and modern techniques.

On this tour you will see a live demonstration of how this popular art is made in Murano. You'll visit the workshop of a local artist and buy your favourite piece to take home as a souvenir.

As you walk through the cultural epicentre of the town, you will see the monumental Byzantine-style church of Santa Maria and Donato, built in the 6th century and remodelled in the 12th century, which sits on one side of the canal.

Approximately 9 km from Venice is the island of Burano, which, although smaller than Murano, also has a spectacular history. Unlike its neighbours, it is known for being the forerunner of the art of handmade lace.

If you want to discover how this beautiful art came about, you'll have some free time to visit the charming Burano Lace Museum on your own, where you'll also find a lace-making school that aims to keep the tradition alive and pass it on to the next generation.

In the village, you will have the opportunity to taste the exquisite local food (not included), among which the fish is the highlight. In its streets you'll find plenty of ideal spots to take a photo with its colourful little houses in the background.

Another stop will be the island of Torcello, a quieter and less populated place where you can see Byzantine mosaics in a 7th century cathedral.

After seeing the three islands, you'll return by boat to Venice.