Murano, Burano & Torcello Venice Lagoon Boat Tour
Take an island-hopping cruise aboard a traditional 19th-century Venetian fishing boat with an expert
Venice island hopping sounds easy until you realize getting a boat, timing it right, and finding the dock turns your whole day into a puzzle. This guided Venetian Lagoon cruise handles the transfers for you on a bragozzo, a traditional Venetian wooden fishing boat built for shallow waters. You’ll be taken to Murano for a glassblowing demo, then to Burano’s colorful lace lanes, and finally to Torcello, one of the lagoon’s oldest settlements. Slow down on this quiet island before cruising back.
What You Get With This Tour
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Drift into the lagoon, beyond the busy canals
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Traditional Venetian boat cruise in a restored bragozzo
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Glassblowing demonstration
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Traditional lace workshop visit
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Burano, Murano and Torcello stops & free time
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Guide tips
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Food and drink
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at the Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni
Meet your guide in Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo by the Colleoni statue. Spot a yellow “TOUR” sign, get a quick lagoon rundown from your guide, then head toward the dock as Venice wakes up. -
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Cruise the Venetian Lagoon on a traditional bragozzo
Step aboard a restored bragozzo, a beautiful, traditional, wooden, two-masted fishing boat, and glide into open water. As the skyline fades, your guide shares how this shallow lagoon shaped Venice’s trade, tides, and island life for centuries. -
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Watch glassblowing come alive in Murano
Arrive in Murano for a glassblowing demonstration with local artisans. See molten glass spun into delicate forms, then browse workshops during a bit of free time. Learn why this craft moved to the island of Murano to protect Venice from fire. -
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Stroll Burano’s painted streets and lace legacy
Next, land in Burano, where brightly colored houses line the quiet canals. Walk the lanes, discover how lace-making supported families for generations with a visit to a traditional lace workshop, and enjoy relaxed free time for photos. -
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Explore Torcello’s early Venetian roots
Finally, reach the third island of the tour, peaceful Torcello, one of the lagoon’s oldest settlements. Wander its sleepy paths and hear how this island helped seed Venice’s rise. Take your time to enjoy the calm, open scenery. -
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Your tour ends at the Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni
Cruise back to Venice via restored, wooden bragozzo and return to Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, right where you started the tour. Use this easy central finish to grab cicchetti, small bites, nearby or keep exploring Cannaregio’s side streets.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what’s included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Accessibility: Please note that some parts of the tour may not be easily accessible for wheelchair users or those with reduced mobility. All participants must be able to board and exit the boat. if you are unsure of the details, feel free to contact us.
Weather Advisory: This tour runs rain or shine. Please note that in case of adverse weather conditions, the boat tour might not be possible. In that case, the guide will decide the best alternative for the whole group with the understanding that refunds will not be guaranteed to those who won’t accept the alternative offered.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 7-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Round-trip cruise on a restored traditional Venetian boat
Guided visits to Murano, Burano, and Torcello
Glassblowing demonstration in Murano
Visit to a traditional lace workshop in Burano
Free time to explore the islands at a relaxed pace
Maximum group size of 16
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Comfortable shoes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes. Minors are welcome on this tour, but they must be accompanied by an adult.
What if I have concerns about my mobility?
Please note that some parts of the tour may not be easily accessible for people with reduced mobility (or any kind of disability). All participants must be able to board and exit the boat multiple times, and the streets on the island are made of cobblestone and sometimes uneven.
What happens if weather affects the boat portion of the tour?
This tour runs rain or shine, but in adverse weather the boat tour might not be possible. In that case, your guide will choose the best alternative for the group with the understanding that refunds will not be guaranteed to those who won’t accept the alternative offered.
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts seven hours from start to finish, including cruising time and island stops.
