Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing in Venice, Italy
Venice, Italy

Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing

Outty Ranking 91 4.8 · 1,135 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $10290+ Club
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91/100

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Traveler rating

4.8/5

Based on 1,135 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing worth booking?

Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing is a 3-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $102 per person. It scores 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 1,135 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Outty Ranking
91 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (1,135)
Duration
3 hours
From
$102 per person

A 3 hours guided visit to Murano: the worldwide famous island for the glassblowing's tradition! You will enjoy the tour from an artistic, historical, and traditional point of view, admiring the artisans of this peculiar art at work! Your guide will accompany you through the discovery of the techniques of this ancient art, in a tour which includes a demonstration by the real glass craftsmen! You can also choose to attend the optional visit of San Donato’s, the splendid Church of the Island. You will enjoy also a walking tour of Murano islands to admire its picturesque square and the fascinating palaces. A great experience where you will learn the manufacture and glassblowing art.

What you get

    About this experience

    A 3 hours guided visit to Murano: the worldwide famous island for the glassblowing's tradition! You will enjoy the tour from an artistic, historical, and traditional point of view, admiring the artisans of this peculiar art at work! Your guide will accompany you through the discovery of the techniques of this ancient art, in a tour which includes a demonstration by the real glass craftsmen! You can also choose to attend the optional visit of San Donato’s, the splendid Church of the Island. You will enjoy also a walking tour of Murano islands to admire its picturesque square and the fascinating palaces. A great experience where you will learn the manufacture and glassblowing art.

    What's included

    Included

    • Burano Island Visit (if option is selected)
    • Glass demostration
    • Private Guided Tour (3 hours) with commentary including watertaxi to Murano and back to Venice
    • Guided Murano walking tour
    • Private tour guide

    Not included

    • Food or drinks

    What you'll see and do

    1. Isola di Murano

      You can feel the warmth, the smells and the sounds of the furnace and you will see the clever hands of the artisan mold the glass in front of your eyes and then, like magic, it will be transformed into a unique object, thanks to the work of a millennial artisan culture that has been handed down from one generation to another. The glassblowing art is recognized in all the world as a synonym of beauty. This art of molding the glass in all these shapes, was one of the best safeguarded secrets in the Venetian Republic. After the glass-making demonstration you will enjoy a island walking tour: the guide will narrate secrets and myths of Murano. You'll visit also the wonderful Church of San Donato, a masterpiece of the Venetian architecture symbol of the island. Exclusive experience to learn this incredible artisan art of the venetian laggon.

      120 minutes here

    2. Duomo di Murano Santi Maria e Donato

      Admire a hidden jewel of Murano: the breathtaking Cathedral.

      Pass by without stopping

    3. San Michele

      During the boat ride, you will pass in front of San Michele's Island: the Venice Cemetery

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Venice

    Face the Basilica with St. Mark’s Square behind you. Walk straight to the waterfront (Riva degli Schiavoni), passing the Doge’s Palace on your right. Turn left along the promenade and walk about 100m. Look for Calle de le Rasse on your left, enter, and after a short walk, you’ll reach Venice Tours.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Face the Basilica with St. Mark’s Square behind you. Walk straight to the waterfront (Riva degli Schiavoni), passing the Doge’s Palace on your right. Turn left along the promenade and walk about 100m. Look for Calle de le Rasse on your left, enter, and after a short walk, you’ll reach Venice Tours.

    Options you can book

    • Murano & Burano Tour - Chinese

      Duration: 4 hours Private Tour in Chinese: Immerse yourself in the living tradition of Murano glass, then journey to Burano to enjoy its vibrant, colorful houses.

    • Murano Glass Tour - French

      Private Tour in French: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.

    • Murano & Burano Tour - English

      Duration: 4 hours Private Tour in English: Immerse yourself in the living tradition of Murano glass, then journey to Burano to enjoy its vibrant, colorful houses.

    • Murano Glass Tour - Spanish

      Private Tour in Spanish: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.

    • Murano Glass Tour - English

      Private Tour in English: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.

    • Murano Glass Tour - Chinese

      Duration: 3 hours Private Tour in Chinese: Experience the living glass art of Murano: unique creations, live demonstrations. Discover Murano Island, the glass capital.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, cmn, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 9 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    CITY TOURS CO. LTD

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Comfortable shoes suggested
    • San Donato’s visit are available from Monday to Saturday (9am–12pm and 3:30pm–7pm) Sunday (3:30pm – 7pm).
    • 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
    • All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned, and the tour will leave with small groups.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,135 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    1,135 verified traveler reviews for Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    953
    4 star
    139
    3 star
    28
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    catm0mr · October 2026

    Amazing Murano and Murano tours

    Julia was a great tour guide. Loved this excursion. It felt like we were treated like VIP.

    via Tripadvisor

    michaelhQ7315GP · September 2026

    Great time on Murano & Burano

    Francesco was an incredible guide. Very friendly and helpful all along the way. Glass blowing in The Cathedral was amazing. Burano was lovely with a very enjoyable lunch.

    via Tripadvisor

    Shellee_H · September 2026

    Murano glass blowing private tour.

    We had an amazing private tour to the Murano glass factory! Their private taxi took us to the island and our guide was absolutely amazing!! I am literally trying to remember her name but her nieces name is Emma and her brother lives in London. We had the best conversations about family and her life in Venice. She was wonderful!! I would suggest her to give you a tour anywhere on the island. 10/10 The Murano glass factory was amazing and not anything like I thought it would be. So beautiful and so much beautiful art! They were so nice and helpful and the glass blowing was incredible! 10/10

    via Viator

    Carolyn_B · September 2026

    Murano with Marina

    Marina D’errico was the best tour guide (& have taken many ,many tours over the years). Cheerful, charming, & lovely, but also intelligent, polite, and thoughtful. I highly recommend Marina and will ask for her directly any time in future tours.

    via Viator

    juliaeB6212LS · September 2026

    Tour with Alex

    Walk in Europe - Alex was an excellent guide with lots of local knowledge!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $102 to $300
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    397
    Verdict
    90+ Club

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by CITY TOURS CO. LTD, who run 38 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.8.

    See everything CITY TOURS CO. LTD runs

    Why this scores 91

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)85
    Review evidence (18% weight)96
    Booking momentum (14% weight)95
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)83
    Local standing (8% weight)83
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing cost?

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    Prices start at $102 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 on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing 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 Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 91 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 1,135 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Venice, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing?

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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 on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing 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 Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing?

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    Around 397 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 Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing 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 Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing?

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    Included: Burano Island Visit (if option is selected); Glass demostration; Private Guided Tour (3 hours) with commentary including watertaxi to Murano and back to Ve; Guided Murano walking tour; and Private tour guide. Not included: Food or drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing?

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    Face the Basilica with St. Mark’s Square behind you. Walk straight to the waterfront (Riva degli Schiavoni), passing the Doge’s Palace on your right. Turn left along the promenade and walk about 100m. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Chinese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. 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 Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing?

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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 Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Venice. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing?

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    Across 1,135 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing?

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    There are 6 options to choose from, including Murano & Burano Tour - Chinese, Murano Glass Tour - French, Murano & Burano Tour - English, Murano Glass Tour - Spanish. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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