Murano Glass Tour | Water Taxi Tour of the Glass Blowing Island

Duration:

2 hrs

Offered on:

Every day from 10am to 3pm

Meeting Point:

Your Hotel in Venice

No wait in lines!

All our prices include tickets and reservations

Murano Glass Tour | Water Taxi Tour of the Glass Blowing Island

Discover the world-famous Venetian tradition of glass-blowing

Venture out onto the water and visit the colorful island of Murano

Watch a live demonstration of craftsman creating unique glass products

Buy the best quality glass souvenirs and have them shipped directly home

Enjoy a high-end experience with a luxury private water taxi and expert guide

This VIP Murano Glass Tour is perfect for those wanting to experience the world-famous Venetian tradition of glass-blowing. Get picked up from your hotel in a luxury private water taxi, and travel to Murano island with your private local guide. Enjoy a short tour of the colorful island, before making your way to a typical glass blowing factory. Here you will appreciate this Venetian tradition up close, as you witness a live glass-blowing demonstration. You will also be able to buy the highest quality glass products on the island and can arrange international shipping right then and there if you are in the market for high end souvenirs. This two-hour luxury experience is perfect for those wanting to discover the art of glass blowing to enjoy even when you get home!

WHY BOOK A LIVITALY MURANO GLASS TOUR?
LivItaly is passionate about taking visitors on authentic Italian experiences where you can truly immerse yourself in the culture and histories of the place. This luxury private tour gives you the chance to discover more of Venice than the average tourist, by witnessing one of its most treasured traditions. Enjoy doing it all in ultimate comfort with a private luxury water taxi and a private guide by your side for the full duration of the tour.

ABOUT YOUR MURANO GLASS TOUR
Your Venetian glass-blowing experience starts with a tour guide pickup from your hotel in a luxury water taxi where you will get to venture out onto the water. Seeing Venice from the water is a must, as it gives you the chance to truly appreciate the unique way this magical city is entirely built on water. Out on the water, you will make your way to its most famous glass-blowing island in Europe – Murano, known for its exceptional Venetian glass products. This is where you will discover the famous 700-year-old glass blowing tradition of Venice whose craftsmen became known as Europe’s finest glass and mirror makers.

Murano is actually made up of seven islands, all well connected by bridges. There are about 5000 locals living on the island, so you will have the chance to experience another side of Venetian life. Enjoy a short walking tour of the island with your LivItaly local guide and soak up the island’s charming character, with its colorful houses, waterways and bridges. Enjoy the quieter atmosphere, away from the busier center of Venice. As you walk through Murano, you will see many glass shops lining the streets, and quickly realize that its long history of glass blowing still thrives today.

After your short tour of the colorful island, the moment you have been waiting for – a visit to one of the most famous glass-blowing factories in Murano. Here you will meet locals who are passionately keeping this tradition and craft alive. Watch a live demonstration of glass blowing and see how easy these masterful craftsmen make it look. At this factory, you will have the chance to buy a variety of some of the most renowned glass products in the world, the perfect souvenirs to remember your time in Venice. The factory’s international shipping makes it easy for you to send your treasures directly home, the best present to open when you return after your Italian vacation.

DISCOVER THE WORLD-FAMOUS VENETIAN GLASS-BLOWING TRADITION
Glass blowing is said to have started in Venice as far back as the 8th century AD. In 1291, the magistrate of Venice decided to move all the glass-blowing factories to the islands of Murano. This was because many of the buildings in Venice were made out of wood, and the open furnaces of the glass-blowing factories were a serious fire hazard to the city. And so, the glass-blowing center of Venice was moved to Murano and over time, the island became known for the craft among locals, reaching its peak in the 15th century.

Today, Murano is famously known for its exceptional glass manufacturing. People from all over the globe visit this island to witness the tradition of some of the finest quality glass products in the world with a diverse catalogue from small ornaments to elaborate chandeliers fit for a king! There are also several factories and furnaces open to the public, where visitors can admire the craftsman at work. To protect the tradition, a selection of Murano companies united to establish a trademark of origin so wherever you are in the world, look for the seal of quality which is the Murano trademark to ensure that pieces are genuine Murano glass.

After a relaxing trip to Murano, your private luxury water taxi will collect you and your guide and take you back to the center of Venice. You will have explored beyond its main island and discovered one of it’s most treasured and world-famous traditions. Witnessing the Venetian glass-glowing up close will be an experience to remember, and you will likely have some of the most beautiful glass treasures to remember it long after your holiday ends.

Experience the luxury of seeing Venice & Murano from your own private water taxi.
Your day will start by exploring the picturesque town of Murano with our expert guide.
You'll learn about the cities history and what makes this small town so special and unique.
No trip to Murano, Venice, would be complete without seeing how they make the famous glass.
Get the chance to make the glass yourself while being taught from an expert.
Watch how the locals make this famous glass from scratch.
See and buy some of the highest quality products on the island, the Murano glass!
End your experience in Murano by heading back to Venice in a private water taxi.

Price Explanation

Base Price

up to 2 adults all inclusive

... 319€ 510.4$ 287.1£ 382.8$

The Base Price is for up to 2 (two) participants. The total tour cost for parties of 3 or more participants varies depending on your group composition as outlined in the Additional Participants table below. Prices include all tour fees as well as administration costs to all sites on your chosen itinerary.

Each Additional Participant

Adults

18
and over

... 99€ 158.4$ 89.1£ 118.8$

Students

18-26
with valid Student ID

... 94€ 150.4$ 84.6£ 112.8$

Teenagers

13-17

... 89€ 142.4$ 80.1£ 106.8$

Children

3-12

... 84€ 134.4$ 75.6£ 100.8$

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Offered on:

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Meeting Point:

Your Hotel in Venice

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Duration:

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Meeting Point:

Your Hotel in Venice

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All our prices include tickets and reservations

Murano Glass Tour | Water Taxi Tour of the Glass Blowing Island

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