Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot
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September 2026
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Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot worth booking?
Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot is a 3-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $335 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 15 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (15)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $335 per person
This is the perfect tour if you desire to spend half day in the quite island of Murano and admire the most beautiful artistic glass that made Murano famous during the centuries. After a short trip by private boat you wil
What you get
About this experience
This is the perfect tour if you desire to spend half day in the quite island of Murano and admire the most beautiful artistic glass that made Murano famous during the centuries. After a short trip by private boat you will arrive to Murano island to discover the art of glass making together with a local Venetian high qualified guide. You will learn about the history of glass and Murano and have the opportunity to admire a glass master working in the factory. You will see the techniques, that make Murano so famous all over the world. You will admire the amazing show-room of one of the most beautiful glass factory of Murano . You will explore the small island and visit the church of San Pietro martire with paintings of Venetian master like Veronese and Tintoretto.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Visit of the church San Giovanni and Paolo in Venice ( when possible)
- Private guide
- Shuttle-boat transportation Murano-Venice
What you'll see and do
Chiesa di San Michele in Isola
You will take a trip by boat in the Venetian lagoon that give you the possibility to admire the north part of the Venetian lagoon and San Michele island.
Pass by without stopping
Isola di Murano
You will discover this island famous for the glass with its bricks palaces on the canals and visit a glass factory to learn the Technics of glass making and admire a glass master.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Chiesa di San Pietro Martire
you will visit the Renaissance church of San Pietro Martire in Murano
15 minutes here · Admission included
View from outside of the Renaissance Scuola Grande of San Marco and the church of San Giovanni and Paolo ( only possible for the tour that finish at Fondamente Nuove ).
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Venice
The meeting point will be in your hotel lobby, if you don't select the hotel, the meeting point will be in front of the hotel Gabrielli, Riva degli Schiavoni, 4110. There is no pickup for hotels in Mestre or mainland.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The tour end in San Giovanni and Paolo, Fondamente Nuove or Saint Mark's square. The shuttle-taxi run usually from Murano to Venice-Fondamente Nuove on the way back.
Options you can book
Murano art and glass 7 persons
Murano art ang glass Pickup included
Murano glass and art private tour by boat and on foot
Pickup included
Glass and Art up to 4 persons
Murano art of glass Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, it, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Fiorella Pagotto
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Overall I will recommend other people to stay here because it's a very nice experience and it's a great hotel can't wait
Wow I just checked out of the holiday and express in Saugus it was a wonderful stay very reasonable I used to the gym I gotta wake up call breakfast was insanely delicious coffee is very good I'll stay again that's def in it there beds were wonderful had a great night's sleep nice shower everything was very clean very nice thank you for my wonderful stay see you again soon
via Tripadvisor
Pleasant experience
We returned to Venice with friends and opted for organized tours. Our choice fell on this visit to Murano. It gave us a great opportunity to explore Murano with a local guide, and we enjoyed shopping . A beautiful visit!
Response from the operator: Thanks Gertrud!
via Tripadvisor
Must See!
Private taxi boat to the island with Fiorella. We were able to watch the craftsman make the glass. The gallery had beautiful pieces to view and buy. Private taxi back to our hotel. Everything went on time and great communication with our guide.
Response from the operator: Thanks Alicia, it was a real pleasure to meet you! Hope to see you again! Fiorella
via Viator
Beautiful tour!
The private boat trip was excellent with a lot of information and the guide was very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the glass work and the glass factory. After the visit in the glass factory we did a nice small tour on the island of Murano.
Response from the operator: Thanks Thomas!
via Tripadvisor
This wasn’t as much of a tour as a hard sell to buy glass
This “tour” was simply a ploy to take us through a glass show room and hard sell us some glass that we didn’t want to buy. The guide, Fiorolla, was actually quite knowledgeable and thankfully did give us some history of the glass trade on the way over and showed us some churches on the island (we had time because we didn’t want to buy any glass). The glass blowing demonstration lasted about 7 minutes and the rest of the time was a saleswoman hard selling us her company’s glass. The piece she most wanted to sell me was 22,000 Euros! This isn’t a tour. It’s a commercial. Might as well have been for a time share.
Response from the operator: I am very surprised about this review, because yesterday you told that you liked the tour. I understand that you wrote the review, because we refused to refund the tour after you did it, and you also wrote to Viator that you didn't do to receive the refund. Regarding the factory unfortunately on Sunday there is just the glass demonstration in all the factories of Murano, but it was a private glass demonstration just for you and showed the two different techniques. Also you had a private pick up and boat from the hotel, a private guide at disposal for three hours, that you appreciated, as you told, the visit of Murano and the church of San Pietro, and the possibility to discover with the guide a part of Venice you didn't know on the way back to your hotel. We are sorry that you thought that somebody wanted to sell you something hard, the assistant in the show room just invited you to see the all production and told you the price of the pieces you liked and the name of the artist. The most of the guests are happy to visit a qualified show room, that is the best way to see the all production of Murano, the techniques, and you noticed yourself the high quality of the show room.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $335 to $380
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Venice.
How much does Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot cost?
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Prices start at $335 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 Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot 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 (4.7/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Venice, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot?
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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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Murano Glass and Art Private Tour by Boat and on Foot 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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