Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice
Venice, Italy

Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice

Outty Ranking 53 3.8 · 476 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $80
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Outty Ranking

53/100

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Traveler rating

3.8/5

Based on 476 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice worth booking?

Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice is a 1-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 3.8/5 rating across 476 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
3.8/5 (476)
Duration
1 hours
From
$80 per person

Meet your assistant from city center get on board on a private watertaxi and reach Murano island admiring Rialto bridge and the Grand Canal. Enjoy a performance of an expert glass Master, modelling glass with blowing techniques. Learn about the glass tradition during your workshop and choose between mosaic or glass beads jewelry . Visit the Gallery with private colleccion. Return to city center by private watertaxi

What you get

    About this experience

    Meet your assistant from city center get on board on a private watertaxi and reach Murano island admiring Rialto bridge and the Grand Canal. Enjoy a performance of an expert glass Master, modelling glass with blowing techniques. Learn about the glass tradition during your workshop and choose between mosaic or glass beads jewelry . Visit the Gallery with private colleccion. Return to city center by private watertaxi

    What's included

    Included

    • Factory Tour
    • Glass blowing demonstration
    • Private transportation
    • Hands-on workshop (choose between jewelry or mosaic)
    • 20% discount on purchase in the glass factory shop
    • Tour assistant

    Not included

    • Tips

    What you'll see and do

    1. Ponte di Rialto

      Departing from the Grand Canal with a private watertaxi you will pass under Rialto bridge and ride through small canals will reach Murano island

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Artistic Glassworks Colleoni

      Start visit at Colleoni glass studio with a glass blowing performance. Our masters will show how object are made in Murano island

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Artistic Glassworks Colleoni

      Time to test your skill Choose mosaic workshop or beads jewelry

      40 minutes here

    4. Artistic Glassworks Colleoni

      Admire the colleccion or our studios Chandeliers Vases, glass set, sculpture You receve a 20% discount on purchase

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Isola San Michele

      Return back to Venice by private watertaxi, will pass close to San Michele island, the venetian cementery

      20 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Venice

    Chemist Farmacia Morelli in Campo San Bartolomeo, close to Rialto bridge

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    At the end of the tour participants will decide individually to return to Venice or extend to Burano and Torcello by themselves.

    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 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Glass factory Colleoni Murano

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • 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 476 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    4 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.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    476 verified traveler reviews for Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    225
    4 star
    86
    3 star
    68
    2 star
    49
    1 star
    48
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    Laura_C · October 2026

    A Glass Adventure

    Was a wonderful, unique , educational. , personalized experience! Giovanni our guide on the tourand Deb our guide at the factory were wise witty and wonderful. And the craft part was so fun! Would highly recommend

    via Viator

    Catherine_M · September 2026

    Nice small factory and great guide.

    Great tour of a small glass factory. We were able to make jewelry or a keychain which was a nice touch. Showroom has plenty of overpriced glass which is very typical. Nice small group and a great tour guide.

    via Viator

    Lonnie_W · September 2026

    Do not pass this by.

    This is an amazing experience. Do not pass this by. It was friendly and informative. The master craftsmen make it look easy.

    via Viator

    Vince_S · September 2026

    Such a great excursion!...

    Such a great excursion! Giovanni is a GREAT guide and took very good care of us all. The visit and tour of Murano was informative and interesting. The artists are amazing, and the work they do in front of your eyes is fantastic!

    via Viator

    Dan_K · September 2026

    Demo???

    I asked and paid for a glass blowing workshop!!!! And then, AFTER I paid!, I was informed that this will be just a demo! Not a workshop

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    1 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    167
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Glass factory Colleoni Murano, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.2.

    See everything Glass factory Colleoni Murano runs

    Why this scores 53

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)16
    Review evidence (18% weight)84
    Booking momentum (14% weight)82
    Value for money (12% weight)58
    Listing quality (10% weight)70
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice 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 Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour 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 Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice 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 (3.8/5 across 476 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 Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice?

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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 Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice?

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    Around 167 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice 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 Venice Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with wine by Cooking Italy, Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour, Tour of The Real Hidden Venice. 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.

    What is included in Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice?

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    Included: Factory Tour; Glass blowing demonstration; Private transportation; Hands-on workshop (choose between jewelry or mosaic); and 20% discount on purchase in the glass factory shop. Not included: Tips. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice?

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    Chemist Farmacia Morelli in Campo San Bartolomeo, close to Rialto bridge Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice?

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    Across 476 reviews averaging 3.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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