Secret Corners of Burano: Guided Walking Tour with a Local Expert
Overview
Discover the real Burano with a licensed local guide born and raised on the island. This is a firsthand encounter with the history, legends, and daily life of the "Buranelli" people. Walk away from the crowds to understand what truly lies behind the famous colorful facades and the ancient art of lacemaking.
The itinerary covers iconic spots and best-kept secrets: from the home of painter Umberto Moggioli and the Assassins' Bridge to the house-museum of sculptor Remigio Barbaro and the Old Fish Market. You’ll discover local dialect curiosities and the reality of living in a UNESCO site, while receiving honest insider tips on where to find authentic craftsmanship and genuine local cuisine.
Starting the tour directly on Burano gives you maximum flexibility: manage your own arrival and, once the tour ends, you are perfectly placed to enjoy a traditional lunch or continue exploring at your own pace.
What's Included
- Guided walking tour
- Snacks Food and Drinks
- Any service not mentioned in “Inclusions"
- Entry Fees
- Hotel Pickup/Drop-off
- Ferry/Vaporetto tickets to and from Burano
Meeting Location
Fondamenta dei Squeri
512, 30142 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the departure time.
- You will need to show the voucher at the meeting point, either printed or on your smartphone.
- In time of high water the tour will not take place.
- The tour is collective, so the presence of other participants who have booked is to be expected.
- Because of the particular shape of Venice and logistic issues that arise, we cannot guarantee that the intended route of the tour is fully accessible to people with disabilities. This means that some parts of the route may be closed to people in wheelchairs and or with physical impairments. The tour will cross four bridges.
- 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
- Locate in advance the meeting point on the map to avoid arriving late especially in the event of strikes, demonstrations or bad weather: we cannot guarantee you any refund (in full or in part) if you do not present yourself at the meeting point at the specified time or if you decide to leave the experience before the end. If you need assistance, feel free to contact us at the emergency contacts shown in the reservation voucher.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Guided walking tour.
- Snacks. Food and Drinks.
- Any service not mentioned in “Inclusions".
- Entry Fees.
- Hotel Pickup/Drop-off.
- Ferry/Vaporetto tickets to and from Burano.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Secret Corners of Burano: Guided Walking Tour with a Local Expert is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Secret Corners of Burano: Guided Walking Tour with a Local Expert will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Guided walking tour
- SnacksFood and Drinks
- Any service not mentioned in “Inclusions"
- Entry Fees
- Hotel Pickup/Drop-off
- Ferry/Vaporetto tickets to and from Burano
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the departure time.
- You will need to show the voucher at the meeting point, either printed or on your smartphone.
- In time of high water the tour will not take place.
- The tour is collective, so the presence of other participants who have booked is to be expected.
- Because of the particular shape of Venice and logistic issues that arise, we cannot guarantee that the intended route of the tour is fully accessible to people with disabilities. This means that some parts of the route may be closed to people in wheelchairs and or with physical impairments. The tour will cross four bridges.
- 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
- Locate in advance the meeting point on the map to avoid arriving late especially in the event of strikes, demonstrations or bad weather: we cannot guarantee you any refund (in full or in part) if you do not present yourself at the meeting point at the specified time or if you decide to leave the experience before the end. If you need assistance, feel free to contact us at the emergency contacts shown in the reservation voucher.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
