Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience! in Venice
Venice, Italy

Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience!

Outty Ranking 53 4.1 · 15 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $80

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53/100

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4.1/5

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Is Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience! worth booking?

Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience! is a 2-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $80 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
4.1/5 (15)
Duration
2 hours
From
$80 per person

Meet your English-speaking guide and board a private water taxi to discover the uniqueness of the Grand Canal. Relax while listening to your guide, explaining the history and art of the city, and looking at the beauty of

What you get

    About this experience

    Meet your English-speaking guide and board a private water taxi to discover the uniqueness of the Grand Canal. Relax while listening to your guide, explaining the history and art of the city, and looking at the beauty of Venice unfolding in front of your eyes. Navigate the whole Grand Canal, then some minor typical canals of the city, up to the island of Murano. In Murano, get off at the private dock of one of the oldest glass factories of the island, to see a dem about the world-famous glass production. A representative of the glass factory will explain about the techniques and the materials that the Glass Masters have been using for centuries. Watch the Glass Master make a couple of items in front of your eyes and at the end, try to blow the glass (it is a simple try, you won't shape any object), a very fun experience. After the demo, have a look at the showroom and see the most beautiful pieces produced in Murano. Then, take a private water taxi back to Venice.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Visit at the Glass gift shop
    • Visit at the Murano Glass artworks collection
    • Murano Glass blowing demonstration

    What you'll see and do

    1. Canal Grande

      Guests will discover the beauty of the Grad Canal, the most elegant waterway in the world. You will relax on board of a private water taxi while the beauty of Venice unfolds in front of your eyes. An experience that cannot be described, you have to live it! During the tour an English speaking guide will tell yu about the art, history and every day life of this unique place. At the end of the ride along the Grand Canals you will discover small typical canals up to the island of Murano, famous all over the world for the production of glass. Once at the factory, guests will enjoy a demonstration of Glass blowing and sculpture techniques of production. And then you will get to blow the glass! You won't make any object that you can take home, but it is a funny experience that happens just once in a lifetime! After the demonstration guests will visit the amazing collection of Murano Glass artworks housed at the factory and the gift shop.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Gino Mazzuccato Murano Glass

      Guests will discover the beauty of the Grad Canal, the most elegant waterway in the world. You will relax on board of a private water taxi while the beauty of Venice unfolds in front of your eyes. An experience that cannot be described, you have to live it! During the tour an English speaking guide will tell yu about the art, history and every day life of this unique place. At the end of the ride along the Grand Canals you will discover small typical canals up to the island of Murano, famous all over the world for the production of glass. Once at the factory, guests will enjoy a demonstration of Glass blowing and sculpture techniques of production. And then you will get to blow the glass! You won't make any object that you can take home, but it is a funny experience that happens just once in a lifetime! After the demonstration guests will visit the amazing collection of Murano Glass artworks housed at the factory and the gift shop.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Gino Mazzuccato Murano Glass

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Small groups

    3 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    15 verified traveler reviews for Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience!. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    vgM5121MV · July 2026

    Great experience!

    Amazing tour! Very informative guide and great team at the glass factory. A fun tour, relaxing discovering the Grand Canal and we even got the chance to see small typical canals. Glass master really skilled, working in front of our eyes. We even got the chance to try to blow the glass!

    via Tripadvisor

    N7086MDchrism · March 2026

    The best in one tour!

    I found all I wanted in this tour! A little bit tired of more museums, we chose this tour and we didn't miss a thing of Venice. Great combination of highlights, Grand Canal by private boat and Murano glass experience. We even got the chance to blow the glass ourselves!

    via Tripadvisor

    vgM5121MV · February 2026

    Must do in Venice and Murano

    Great experience and great staff! We had so much fun! Our guide took good care of us, very knowledgeable. And the showroom, so many artworks, I bought a couple and everyday I am so happy to look at them at home and remember my experience in Murano.

    via Tripadvisor

    Scott_C · September 2025

    Glad we went but short

    The boat ride from our hotel and back was a wonderful experience and awesome views. The actual time in the forge seeing glass items being made was very short. We were then guided to the gift shop to look at glassware to purchase. All total at the Glass Factory about 20 minutes. We were then directed to the street and canal way to wander at our leisure and instructed to return by 4 pm for water taxi ride back We were picked up at 1 pm at our hotel and by 130 were on our own to view the isle of Murano

    via Viator

    Deborah C · November 2024

    Enjoy the Glass Factory

    Nice to have a personal ride directly to the factory and boutique. Fun demo of glass blowing with a guide and a small group.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $80 to $500
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    5
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)54
    Review evidence (18% weight)38
    Booking momentum (14% weight)29
    Value for money (12% weight)63
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)27
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience!: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Venice.

    How much does Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience! cost?

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    Prices start at $80 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Venice usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience! take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Venice is not rushed.

    Is Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience! worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Venice, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience!?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience! suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience!?

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    Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Venice can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Venice and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience! start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Venice within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Venice?

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    On Outty we rank every Venice experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine in Venice, Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour, Venice Bacaro Food Tour: Eat and Drink like a Venetian. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Venice?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Venice?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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