Murano & Burano Boat Tours

DIY island-hopping with unlimited vaporetto rides across Venice and its lagoon islands for up to 7 days.

• Day out to Murano, Burano, Torcello, and more at your own pace with flexible vaporetto (water bus) access. Board from any vaporetto stop in Venice, Lido, or the lagoon islands, with direct connections like lines 4.1, 4.2, and 12 making island-hopping a breeze.
• You’ll get a 1, 2, 3, or 7-day ACTV pass giving you unlimited rides on Venice’s public transport system—water buses across the lagoon and regular buses in Mestre and Marghera.
• Murano, Burano & Torcello: Hop off in Murano for its iconic glassmaking scene, wander through Burano’s candy-colored lanes, and head to peaceful Torcello to see its ancient cathedral—all on your schedule.
• Upgrades: Choose the validity of your pass (1, 2, 3, or 7 days). Add a digital city audio guide for stories and for sightseeing tips on the go.

Inclusions

• 1/2/3/7-day validity
• Access to unlimited ACTV Vaporetti (water buses) in Venice, Lido and lagoon islands
• Access to unlimited ACTV buses in Mestre, Marghera and mainland
• Access to Trenitalia regional (R & RV) trains within the Venice municipality.
• Digital city audio guide (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• ACTV Services from/to Marco Polo Airport
• Routes no. 16, 19, 21, Casinò and Alilaguna lines

• You must validate your ticket each time you board a vaporetto or ACTV bus—failure to do so may result in a fine.
• Lines 16, 19, 21, Casinò, Alilaguna, and airport transfers are not included.
• Booking online helps you skip the on-site ticket queues, but you may still experience some waiting during peak hours and high season.
• You can carry up to three items of luggage if total dimensions are under 150 cm.
• Children under 6 ride for free—no ticket required.

• These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 24 months.
• These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.

Intimate, slow-paced island-hopping tour to Murano & Burano with a small group of 22.

• Day out to Murano and Burano on a relaxed, small-group day trip from St. Mark’s Square, on a private boat carrying no more than 22 guests—for a quieter, more flexible lagoon cruise.
• You’ll get an expert local guide with stories and island tips, round-trip transport by private boat, and a front-row glassblowing demo in Murano, plus free time to stroll, shop, or snack in each village.
• Murano & Burano: See a live demo by Murano’s master glassblowers, then wander Burano’s candy-colored canals, lace boutiques, and charming piazzas at your own pace.

Inclusions

• Round-trip transportation by private boat taxi
• Visit to Murano and Burano
• Expert guide
• Small group size of 22 guests or less
• Glassblowing demonstrations

• This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility due to uneven paths and boarding steps.
• The tour departs at 8:15am and 9:10am from June 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025.
• Boat rides are subject to weather and tidal conditions; delays may occur.
• Demonstrations are conducted in working studios not accessible to general visitors.
• The experience includes guided demos but also free time to explore both islands.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Explore the best of Venice as you skip the lines to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace.

• Glide through historic canals on a 30-minute gondola ride, led by an expert gondolier who shares captivating stories.
• Learn all about the history of St. Mark's and the political significance of the Doge's Palace from an expert English-speaking guide.
• Pick what suits your plan; a half or full-day trip. Extend your journey into the colorful towns of Murano and Burano Islands.
• With an optional visit to the islands, be ready to immerse in the artisanal magic of glass-blowing and lace-making workshops.

Inclusions

• Full/half-day tour of Venice (as per option selected)
• Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line entry
• Guided tour of Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry
• Expert English-speaking guide
• 30-minute shared gondola ride
• Round-trip transfers to/from Murano & Burano Islands (optional)
• Glass-blowing demonstration (optional)
• Lace-making demonstration (optional)

Half-day tour

• St Marks Basilica
• Doge's Palace
• 30-minute gondola ride

Full-day tour

• St Marks Basilica
• Doge's Palace
• 30-minute gondola ride
• Glass-blowing demonstration at Murano Island
• Lace-making demonstration at Burano Island

• Tip: Take advantage of the local expert knowledge! Request your gondolier to point out the lesser-known sights along the canals.

St. Mark's Basilica

• Strict dress code: All guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees to enter the basilica.
• Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• A ramp is available at the Porta del Fiori (Door of Flowers) entrance on the left-hand side of the basilica.
• The Museum on the upper floor of the basilica is served by both a lift and stair lifts.

Doge's Palace

• Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and any type of commercial photography is a no-go inside the venue.
• Please note that the Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armory are not wheelchair accessible.

Venice Gondola Ride

• Seating arrangements within a gondola may vary for balance and safety reasons, it may not be possible to sit next to your partner.
• The gondola ride is not accessible for wheelchair users.
• Please note that the tour may not operate under exceptional high tide conditions or during religious functions at the basilica. In the event of cancellation, your tour will either be rescheduled or refunded for your convenience.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.