Private Tour Murano and Burano in Venice
Venice, Italy

Private Tour Murano and Burano

Outty Ranking 61 4.3 · 27 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $45

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61/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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4.3/5

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Is Private Tour Murano and Burano worth booking?

Private Tour Murano and Burano is a 4-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $45 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 27 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
61 / 100
Rating
4.3/5 (27)
Duration
4 hours
From
$45 per person

Meet with the guide and be transferred to the island of Murano by a private boat. Here you will see how a Master glass-blower works the glass and create unique masterpieces. Enjoy the exposition of masterpiece. Walking t

What you get

    About this experience

    Meet with the guide and be transferred to the island of Murano by a private boat. Here you will see how a Master glass-blower works the glass and create unique masterpieces. Enjoy the exposition of masterpiece. Walking tour along the streets of Murano and see San Donato church (example of the Venetian-Byzantine style of the Lagoon). Transfer by private boat to Burano to see how Venetians are working the laces. Walking tour of the island to see the colorful houses and to learn about the famous biscuits Buranelli. Free time to enjoy the city or have an aperitive in one of the various bars.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Professional guide
    • Glassblowing demonstration in Murano
    • Traditional lace-making demonstration in Burano
    • Hotel Pick-up Included (Venice Historic Centre)

    Not included

    • Food & Drink

    What you'll see and do

    1. Murano

      Demonstration by a Master Glassmaker of how blown glass is made. Visit to the exhibition hall, where all the masterpieces of many Master Glassmakers are being displayed. Walk through Murano to see the Church of San Donato.

      60 minutes here

    2. Burano

      Visit to a lace store with demonstration of how lace is being made. Walking tour of Burano

      90 minutes here

    3. Venice

      Navigation in the Lagoon from Venice to Murano (30 minutes) from Murano to Burano (20 minutes) and from Burano to Venice (40 minutes)

      90 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Private Tour in French

      Private tour Murano Burano FRA Pickup included

    • Private Tour in Italian

      Private Tour Murano Burano ITA Pickup included

    • Private Tour in Spanish

      Private Tour Murano Burano SPA Pickup included

    • Private Tour English

      Private Tour Murano Burano ENG Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Very Viva Venice Srl

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • 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 27 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    9 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

    27 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour Murano and Burano. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Barry_H · July 2026

    It was great!!! Our guide...

    It was great!!! Our guide was excellent!!!!!! He was very knowledgeable and took great pictures!!!!!

    via Viator

    Kristine R · May 2026

    Best way to see Murano and Burano

    Tobia was a wonderful guide and very friendly. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Venice and the islands of Murano and Burano. I highly recommend doing a private tour to these two places.

    via Tripadvisor

    530sharieh · May 2026

    Outstanding Tour

    Our guide was Emma, a native of Venice, and she was wonderful. She knew the history of the city, was fluent in English (and a number of other languages), was friendly, polite, solicitous and funny! As seniors, we appreciated her youthful enthusiasm, and were grateful for her looking out for us as we boarded and got off water taxis. The tours of Murano and Burano Islands were spectacular. I highly recommend Emma as one of the best guides we’ve had on our many vacations.

    via Tripadvisor

    Stephen_G · September 2025

    Great tour by Emma!!

    Emma did a great job managing the trip. She is friendly and knowledgeable. Her goal is to inform you about the culture in a friendly manner. We really enjoyable way. Also this was far less expensive than other comparable trips.

    via Viator

    Traveltheworld20000 · August 2025

    DO NOT BOOK THIS ‘Tour’

    Run - don’t walk - away from this tour. This trip to Murano is like a timeshare sales pitch. You will be taken to a glass company’s private dock, shown two minutes of glasswork, and then get locked in their sales showroom for an hour. The glass company is paying the tour company to bring you to Murano for the sales pitch. You don’t see any real glasswork and the pieces they try to sell you are grossly overpriced. Take a private boat to Murano and then get a guide to take you to multiple glass factories with no obligation to be held captive for their sales staff.

    Response from the operator: Good evening, We are sorry that you did not enjoy the tour. The tour includes a visit to Murano, including a visit to a glass factory, and a visit to Burano, including a visit to a historic shop where they still make lace by hand. In Murano, after the demonstration, the factory gives you time to visit the rooms, but this is not compulsory. As far as prices are concerned, you need to be very careful, as ORIGINAL MURANO pieces are handmade and therefore expensive. You pay for quality. If you want to buy glassware made in China or Taiwan, which costs much less, you are free to do so. With us, there is no obligation to purchase.

    via Tripadvisor

    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
    $45 to $320
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    9
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 61

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)57
    Review evidence (18% weight)46
    Booking momentum (14% weight)37
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)80
    Local standing (8% weight)33
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Tour Murano and Burano: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Private Tour Murano and Burano cost?

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    Prices start at $45 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 Private Tour 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 Private Tour Murano and Burano worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 27 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 Private Tour 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 Private Tour 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 Private Tour Murano and Burano?

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    Around 9 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 Private Tour 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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