Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

3.5
(7,858 reviews)

4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Explore three famous islands in the Venice Lagoon--Murano, Torcello and Burano--on a half-day sightseeing excursion by motorboat. You'll stop at a blown glass factory on Murano, visit Venice's first cathedral on the peaceful island of Torcello, and taking lots of pictures of Burano's coloured houses. This morning or afternoon tour is an excellent introduction to the magical islands surrounding the city of Venice and its enclosed bay in the Adriatic Sea.

Deaprtures every day from San Marco Giardinetti or Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station (departure time in Santa Lucia Railway Station is set 30 minutes before the indicated departure time from San Marco Giardinetti).

What's Included

Tour Leader
Travel by shared motor boat between Venice, Murano, Burano and Torcello
Visit a glass-blowing factory at Murano
Entrance fees to Torcello Church
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
MEALS ARE NOT INCLUDED
Pets are not allowed
Restroom on board

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Point

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Navigate through the Venetian Lagoon to reach the islands and enjoy the view!

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    The island of Murano is the first stop of this excursion: you will have a chance to enter a glass factory and see the masters working the glass as they have been doing for centuries and then visit the center of the island.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Second stop of this half day excursion is Burano, famous for the colorful fishermen's houses and for the traditional handmade laces.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Torcello is the third and last stop of this tour. The island is the first to be inhabited in the Venetian lagoon and still shows the traces of its origins.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The church of Santa Fosca stands in the main square of Torcello and is a fine example of venetian-byzantine style.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    In the middle of Torcello stands the ancient Attila's throne.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Cross the Devil's Bridge which still preserves the shape of the ancient Venetian bridges

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The boat leaves from St'Mark's Square, which you will have the chance to admire from a different perspective.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The time spent on each island is between 30 to 40 minutes
Supplied by Bucintoro Viaggi

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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