Burano, Murano & Torcello Self-Guided Day Trip
Description
This self-guided day trip takes you to the enchanting islands of Burano, Murano, and Torcello, allowing you to explore at your own pace. These islands promise to captivate your heart!
Visit to Burano, Murano & Torcello
Your adventure kicks off at a designated pier in central Venice, where you'll board a boat to set course across the scenic Venetian Lagoon. Each of the three islands will grant you 1 hour of leisure to soak in the vibrant surroundings!
While sailing, take in the breathtaking vistas of Venice's historical areas. Marvel at the exquisite coastal scenery as we journey towards our first destination.
Upon arriving at Murano, celebrated for its exceptional glassblowing artistry, you will have the opportunity to witness a demonstration inside a local glass workshop. Following this, you will have an additional 30 minutes to wander and discover the island. The total duration on Murano will be approximately 1 hour, though this may vary based on schedule.
Next, we will set off for Burano, known for its charming canals and a kaleidoscope of colored houses. Legend has it that fishermen painted their homes in these vibrant hues to navigate through fog. You may also wish to visit the local lace shops, referred to as merletto in Burano.
Following this, we will head to Torcello, where history meets tranquility as the oldest island in the Venetian Lagoon. Once a bustling center, it now offers a serene escape with its timeless charm. You'll have a brief opportunity to explore its quaint streets and notable sites, such as Attila's Throne and the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta.
Ultimately, we will return to Venice, concluding our journey at the pier you selected during the reservation process.
Pickup & Drop-off Information
When booking, you can choose from the following pickup and drop-off locations:
- Santa Lucía Pier (near KFC by the Ponte della Costituzione): departures at 12 pm, 1 pm, and 2 pm
- Riva degli Schiavioni Pier (close to Piazza San Marco): departures at 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, and 2:30 pm
Please note that the 2 pm and 2:30 pm departures can be booked until November 15, 2026, including that day.
Should you begin your journey from Riva degli Schiavioni and wish to end at Santa Lucia, an additional fee of 10 EUR will be required on the day of the tour as a tax. Conversely, beginning at Santa Lucia and concluding at Riva degli Schiavioni incurs no extra charges.
What's included
- Transport by boat
- English–speaking boat crew
- Tour of a glassblowing shop in Murano in English
- Tour of a lace workshop in Burano in English
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
You must arrive at least 15 minutes ahead of time at the corresponding meeting point to validate your voucher. In the event of arriving at the wrong pickup point, the local provider reserves the right to cancel the tour.
Your guide will have light blue signs with the name "LAGOON TOURS" in capitals. The boat has the name "Consorzio Vidali Group on it.
Depending on the chosen meeting point, the tour will either meet in:
- Santa Lucía Pier, Ponte della Costituzione (https://goo.gl/maps/aSfbjT7yTKM2X8t8A), next to the KFC restaurant at Santa Lucia Station. The meeting time will be 15 minutes before departure.
- Riva degli Schiavioni Pier, in front of Palazzo Cornoldi, at Vidali Group Meeting Point "Caserma Cornoldi" (https://goo.gl/maps/yZTD4998xaE1rB9A7). The meeting time will be 15 minutes before departure. Although you'll depart from the Riva degli Schiavioni Pier, please note that you can end the trip at Santa Lucía or vice versa.
Important
If you start from Riva degli Schiavioni and you prefer to end in Santa Lucia, you'll have to pay an extra fee of 7.50EUR on the day of the tour. If you start in Santa Lucia and you want to finish in Riva degli Schiavioni, you won't have to pay extra fees.
Additional Information
As of April 18, 2025, all visitors to Venice will have to pay an access fee directly to the municipality of Venice, subject to various exclusions. To find out the different dates, payment methods, how to benefit from exclusion and all relevant information, we recommend visiting the following official website.
Know Before You Go
- Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended for the visit.
- The tour will be conducted in several languages.
- In case of rain, the tour will go ahead as planned. We recommend bringing appropriate clothing such as a waterproof jacket or raincoat.
- If you're on the 12 pm or 12:30 pm tour, free time in Murano will be 1.5 hours. If most of the group expresses a preference to stay longer for lunch, the stop could be extended to a maximum of 2.5 hours. The schedule will be decided at the start of the tour and announced on board.
- The tour's end time may vary slightly depending on the length of the Murano stop and possible water traffic. In the case of a longer stop, the tour will end at 7 pm at the San Marco Cornoldi meeting point, and at 7:30 pm at the station area meeting point. We therefore recommend not booking trains or flights too close to the tour's end time.
- If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact the local team on the following numbers: +39 339 465 1532, +39 339 465 1591, +39 041 476 9400. Customer service is available every day from 9 am to 6 pm.
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