Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

3.5 (7365)
Duration
4.5 hours
Group Size
1 to 15 people
Ages
0 - 99 yrs
Languages
English

Tour Overview

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 shop for handcrafted lace on Burano. This morning or afternoon tour is an excellent introduction to the magical islands surrounding the medieval 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 is set 30 minutes before the indicated departure time)

Additional information

  • 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
  • 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

Pickup

The tour departs from Santa Lucia Railway Station 30 minutes before the departure in San Marco. Please exchange your voucher at the Railway Station inside the INFO POINT ticket office ( ALILAGUNA DESK) outside the station, at the corner of the Scalzi church 15 minutes before the departure - Time zone: Europe/Rome

Please be aware of the dress regulations required to enter places of worship on this tour. Knees and shoulders must be covered - no shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed

What's included

Tour Leader
Travel by shared motor boat between Venice, Murano, Burano and Torcello
Visit a glass-blowing factory at Murano
Other
Gratuities
Other
Lunch
Other
On-board restrooms

Itinerary

Stop 1:
Navigate through the Venetian Lagoon to reach the islands and enjoy the view!
Stop 2: 0.8 hours
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.
Stop 3: 0.8 hours
Second stop of this half day excursion is Burano, famous for the colorful fishermen's houses and for the traditional handmade laces.
Stop 4: 0.8 hours
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.
Stop 5:
The church of Santa Fosca stands in the main square of Torcello and is a fine example of venetian-byzantine style.
Stop 6: 0.2 hours
In the middle of Torcello stands the ancient Attila's throne.
Stop 7: 0.2 hours
Cross the Devil's Bridge which still preserves the shape of the ancient Venetian bridges
Stop 8:
The boat leaves from St'Mark's Square, which you will have the chance to admire from a different perspective.

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

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

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