
Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano
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3.4/5
Based on 23 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano worth booking?
Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano is a 4-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $17 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.4/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 3.4/5 (23)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $17 per person
If you want to visit Murano and Burano islands with a convenient departure from Venice join our fascinating Half-day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano. You will be able to explore the most famou
What you get
About this experience
If you want to visit Murano and Burano islands with a convenient departure from Venice join our fascinating Half-day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano. You will be able to explore the most famous islands in the Venice lagoon and soak up their picturesque and fascinating atmosphere!
What's included
Included
- Multilingual tour escort
- Visit to a glassmaker workshop in Murano (optional)
- Visit to Burano, Murano as per program
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and beverages
- Entrance tickets and optional visits
What you'll see and do
Murano
In MURANO, you will stop for one hour. Once arriving, you will have the chance to visit one of the island’s glassworks and attend a demonstration of a master glassmaker (lasting about 15 minutes): we strongly advise you not to miss this opportunity because glass blowing is truly an incredible art expression
60 minutes here
Burano
BURANO island is famous for lace and colorful houses. In this magic island you will spend 1 hour and a half visiting it by yourself. You'll have also have time to rest and have lunch: if you want to taste some typical fish-based dishes, here you arensome tips! To be on the safe side you can opt for Trattoria da Romano or Trattoria al Gatto Nero. If you want to eat well but fork out a little more, Osteria ai Pescatori and Osteria al Museo are your best choice. Regardless of your choice ... you will lick your lips!
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Venice
Piers 1, 2 and 3 in front of Palazzo Cornoldi in Riva degli Schiavoni 4142 (4 bridges away from St. Mark's Square, approx. 7-minute walk). Here you will find an assistant who will show you the exact boat.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Piers 1, 2 and 3 in front of Palazzo Cornoldi in Riva degli Schiavoni 4142 (4 bridges away from St. Mark's Square, approx. 7-minute walk). Here you will find an assistant who will show you the exact boat.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ABSOLUTE ITALY SpA
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the tour departure time.
- The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. There is a short walk from the meeting point to the point of embarkation.
- The stop in Murano allows you an optional visit to a glass factory with a short demonstration of the art of blown glass, and also some free time. During the stop in Burano you can visit a store of laces or you can enjoy of some free time. If the optional visits in the program are not undertaken, you are strongly required to comply with the timetable set out by the staff: the excursion will head back at the scheduled time, without waiting.
- There will be no refund in case of NO-SHOW (non-attendance at the start of the tour at the allocated time and at the meeting point indicated on the voucher) and/or rejection of the service on the day; if customers wander off during the tour; or if they decide to leave the tour before the end of the service.
- This is a multilingual and collective tour, which means there might be other participants who have booked it.
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 23 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
4 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
23 verified traveler reviews for Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great excursion
Excellent and exciting very informative worth the trip. Highly recommend to your friends and family.
via Viator
Not happy
We could never find the motorboat and missed the excursion. We were so disappointed and called aviator immediately. They did not have a later excursion and had to leave the next morning. We got an email that said they would not refund our money so not happy with the company and will not book with them again!
via Viator
Bad
Could not locate anyone at meeting place was at exact location and no o e showed up. Would love a credit to my account
via Viator
Murano and Burano
Burano is lovely and the Murano glass factory was fascinating! I highly recommend this tour. The commentator guide spoke 4 languages making sure that everyone understood her.
via Viator
Worth the Price
Tour was professionally narrated. Both Morano & Burano are great places to visit & tour. Shopping in both locations were affordable.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $17 to $27
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Venice.
How much does Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano cost?
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Prices start at $17 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 Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.4/5 across 23 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 Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano?
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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 Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano?
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Around 8 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Half-Day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano 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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