Half Day Murano & Burano Islands Small Group Tour by Private Boat
Overview
This half-day boat tour takes you beyond central Venice to two of the lagoon’s most famous islands, without the hassle of navigating public ferries on your own. Travel by private boat with an expert English-speaking guide, then step into Murano’s glassmaking heritage as a master glassblower shapes molten glass in a working studio. Continue to Burano, where local artisans keep the island’s delicate lacemaking tradition alive by hand.
What's Included
- Free time to explore both islands
- Glassblowing demonstration in Murano
- Lacemaking demonstration in Burano
- Private boat transportation from Venice
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Food & Beverages
- Guide tips
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
30124 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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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Venice (pass by)
Isola di Murano
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Burano
1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza San Marco
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
- This tour is not recommended for travellers prone to seasickness.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mandatory: Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. A photo of the first page of your passport saved on your smartphone works as well.
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Half Day Murano & Burano Islands Small Group Tour by Private Boat?
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Activity code: C-24338P115
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- 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.
- Free time to explore both islands.
- Glassblowing demonstration in Murano.
- Lacemaking demonstration in Burano.
- Private boat transportation from Venice.
- Expert English-speaking guide.
- Food & Beverages.
- Guide tips.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There 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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half Day Murano & Burano Islands Small Group Tour by Private Boat is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
- This tour is not recommended for travellers prone to seasickness.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half Day Murano & Burano Islands Small Group Tour by Private Boat 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
- Free time to explore both islands
- Glassblowing demonstration in Murano
- Lacemaking demonstration in Burano
- Private boat transportation from Venice
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Food & Beverages
- Guide tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
- This tour is not recommended for travellers prone to seasickness.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mandatory: Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. A photo of the first page of your passport saved on your smartphone works as well.
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
