Murano Island: 3-Hour Private Tour from Venice Murano Island 3-Hour Excursion from Venice
ID: GYG48497-507210
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Visit the island of Murano, known worldwide for its glassmaking traditions that date back to the 13th century. Enjoy views of Venice as you cross the lagoon by boat. Learn about glassblowing at a traditional factory. Explore the island on a walking tour.
Learn about the history of glass on a visit to the source. A private boat will take you from Venice to the island of Murano with your tour guide. Admire the work of some of Venice’s master glass craftsmen on this island that’s been world-famous for its glassblowing for hundreds of years.
On this 3-hour tour, learn about the island’s traditions and visit a traditional glass factory. After the glassmaking demonstration, your guide will bring you around Murano, narrating secrets and histories of the Island. Visit the marvelous Church of San Donato. At the end of your tour, return to Venice historical center by boat, crossing the northern lagoon.
Highlights
- Enjoy a boat ride across the Venice lagoon to Murano Island
- Observe the ancient techniques of a master Murano glassblower
- Visit a glass factory and showroom to see the wide variety of products available
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Unfortunately, this tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with limited mobility
• The pickup service is available for accommodation in Saint Mark or Rialto area
• It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet your guide at the the grey newsstand with the sign "Venice Tours Assistance Point", located in Calle larga de l’Ascension, between the Fendi Boutique and Poste Italiane (Post Office).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
