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The 15 Best Murano Glass Factory Tours

25 tours  ·  from $5 a head

A good demonstration puts you a few steps from the furnace while a master shapes molten glass. These 15 are compared on how long you spend at the fire, how hard the shop pushes afterwards and what else the boat day includes.

Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing - Murano: glassmaking up close
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Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

1.Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10,245 reviews · 6 hours · from $28Our pick

Spend six hours crossing the Venetian lagoon by panoramic boat, with stops on Murano, Burano and Torcello. A multilingual host shares information aboard, and a Murano glass master demonstrates glassblowing. You explore the islands on your own, so plan your time around the strict departure schedule.

“It was worth going to see the three islands. The guide seemed a bit disinterested at times but I guess she did her job while on the boat. One critique, could do with a slightly bit more time on murano & burano.”

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Venice: Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit - Murano: a close look at glassmaking
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Venice: Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit

2.Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 9,527 reviews · from $34

Cruise from Venice to Murano and Burano with Il Doge di Venezia. You’ll see a glass-blowing demonstration in Murano, then have time to explore both islands on your own. Guides speak Italian, English, German, French, and Spanish. Departure and return points vary by booking option.

“Great and option to get boat back to station from San marco”

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Venice: Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing - Murano’s glassblowing demonstration
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Venice: Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing

3.Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 6,212 reviews · 4 - 4.5 hours · from $29

Take a panoramic motorboat from Venice’s St. Mark’s area to Murano and Burano. Watch a glass master work in a Murano factory, then explore Burano’s painted houses, lace shops, and bakeries at your own pace. An onboard assistant gives multilingual explanations, but there are no guided walks on the islands. Expect about four to four and a half hours, including the boat ride.

“Next time we're in Venice, we're doing it again! We absolutely loved it. The glass masters of Murano are super skilled and Burano is one of the most charming places we've ever visited. Francesca was great. We were surprised that she explained everything in 5 languages.”

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Venice: Murano, Burano, Torcello, and Glass Factory Tour - Murano: watch glass take shape
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Venice: Murano, Burano, Torcello, and Glass Factory Tour

4.Murano, Burano, Torcello, and Glass Factory Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,563 reviews · from $40

Take a full-day boat trip from Venice to Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Watch a glass artisan at work, then explore Burano’s bright streets and Torcello’s historic center at your own pace. A multilingual guide shares information during the crossings, while free time lets you shop, eat, or visit the basilica.

“It’s well planned and you get enough time on all islands but you only have the guide on board and in 5 languages so it completely lacks any personal touches.”

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Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit - Setting off from San Marco
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Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit

5.Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,581 reviews · 5 - 5.5 hours · from $25

Take a 5 to 5.5-hour boat tour from the San Marco area to Murano and Burano. Watch a live glassblowing demonstration, hear about lagoon life from a guide such as Allegra, Dave, or Ilaria, and see a lace-making demonstration. You’ll have time to explore both islands, with an optional Venetian snack and glass of wine or Prosecco.

“Really good tour! Ilaria was great and very attentive.”

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Murano: Glass Factory Experience with Tour and Demonstration - Seeing the blowing technique
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Murano: Glass Factory Experience with Tour and Demonstration

6.Glass Factory Experience with Tour and Demonstration

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,076 reviews · 20 min · from $11

At Vetreria Artistica Colleoni on Murano, a live guide explains glass production while a master demonstrates glass-blowing and sculpture techniques, including how glass animals are formed. The 20-minute visit ends in a gallery of chandeliers, sculptures, and jewelry. Fabio and Nico have guided some tours, but your guide may differ. Each adult receives €10 in shop credit.

“Enjoyed thoroughly. It was quite incredible to see master at work. Also, it was incredible value for money”

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Murano Glass Experience With a Visit to a Burano Lace Island - Murano’s glass demonstration and showroom
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Murano Glass Experience With a Visit to a Burano Lace Island

7.Murano Glass Experience With a Visit to a Burano Lace Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,504 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $36

Meet your local guide at Chiesa della Pietà in Venice and travel by boat to Murano and Burano. Watch a glass-blowing demonstration, see lacework in progress, and enjoy time to explore. The five-hour outing includes a glass of wine and a 20% discount at Colleoni glass factory. Guide names vary.

“Exactly what it says on the tin - a chance to see master craftspeople at work in a glass workshop and a lace makers workshop. There was time to explore Burano and get some lunch. Add in an excellent guide pointing out the sights while on the water (thanks Rachele) and a glass of Prosecco - well, an excellent way to spend half a day in Venice.”

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Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing - Watching the glass take shape
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Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 965 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108Top rated

Spend about three hours traveling by water taxi from Venice to Murano with a private guide. Watch an artisan shape molten glass, then walk the island’s lanes and visit San Donato Cathedral when it is open. Guides such as Syria, Nicola, Vittorio, and David have led the tour, though assignments vary. A Burano visit is available only with the selected option.

“Our guide adapted our tour to our needs and was kind and helpful. We took a beautiful private boat taxi to Murano, watched a glass-blowing demonstration by a master and walked around the island of Murano. Lovely day.”

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Glass Blowing Show Visit Murano Glass Factory & Showroom OMG - A short stop with a fast-moving demonstration
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Glass Blowing Show Visit Murano Glass Factory & Showroom OMG

9.Glass Blowing Show Visit Murano Glass Factory & Showroom OMG

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 679 reviews · 1 day · from $5Best value

At Original Murano Glass OMG, a master glassmaker demonstrates glassblowing by shaping a vase or glass, then models a small sculpture such as a horse using solid glass. A guide explains the techniques during a short visit to the furnace, followed by time in the 500-square-metre showroom. The ticket costs $5 per person and can be used toward a purchase over €90.

“I had already bought a vase online from this company and wanted to see them live. Fabulous glass blowing display including them making a glass horse in under 5 mins. Fabulous!”

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Create Your Glass Artwork: Private Lesson With Local Artisan - First, learn what Murano glass means
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Create Your Glass Artwork: Private Lesson With Local Artisan

10.Create Your Glass Artwork: Private Lesson With Local Artisan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 556 reviews · 1h 15m · from $93

In a private 75-minute lesson at Massimiliano Caldarone’s Venetian workshop, you’ll hear about Murano glass, watch the artisan work, then try the lampworking technique yourself with his step-by-step guidance. You’ll make a glass piece to take home, often a pendant, and receive 10% off his artwork in the shop.

“Excellent. Masimmiliano is a patient and kind teacher. He is skilled and personable. We learned much and would absolutely do this again.”

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Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit - Setting off from San Marco
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Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit

11.Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 510 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $32

Sail round trip from San Marco to Murano and Burano on a four to five hour English-language visit. Expect a glassblowing demonstration, colorful Burano lanes, time to explore, and a short lace demonstration. Guides have included David, Sabina, Martha, and Nicolas, though the exact guide and included walking tours can vary.

“Really great experience visiting the islands. The location of the embarkation wasn’t totally clear, and the boat was a half hour late to arrive to pick us up. The guides themselves were amazing, but the earpiece and microphone system left a lot to be desired.”

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Murano: Glass Blowing Demonstration and Artistic Glass Gift - Watching the master shape the glass
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Murano: Glass Blowing Demonstration and Artistic Glass Gift

12.Glass Blowing Demonstration and Artistic Glass Gift

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 507 reviews · 1 day · from $17

At Gino Mazzuccato’s former monastery factory on Murano, a glass master demonstrates blowing and sculpting while a guide explains the work in English or Italian. The visit includes a showroom stop and one handmade glass gift per person. Allow about 20 to 30 minutes for the demonstration, plus time to browse.

“The demonstration was amazing such a beautiful craft! He made 2 vases and a horse you also got a gift which was amazing value!”

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Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice - Watching the Colleoni glass master at work
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Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice

13.Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 437 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Meet a local guide in central Venice, cross the lagoon by water taxi, and watch a Murano glass master demonstrate blowing and sculpture techniques at Colleoni Glass Factory. Then make a small mosaic or bead jewelry with a local craftsperson. The workshop is hands-on, but you do not blow glass yourself. Groups are limited to 15.

“Very talented glass artists during demonstration. The workshop was a lot of fun with Julie and so nice to take home self-made mosaic/jewellery. The show rooms afterwards were exceptional.”

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Venice: Murano Glass-Blowing Demo and Workshop - Make a bracelet, earrings, or mosaic
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Venice: Murano Glass-Blowing Demo and Workshop

14.Murano Glass-Blowing Demo and Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 413 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $82

Meet your English-speaking guide near Rialto Bridge, then travel by boat to Murano for a glassblowing demonstration and a hands-on bead jewelry or mosaic workshop. Watch a glass master shape a vase or sculpture, make a small keepsake from prepared glass pieces, and browse the factory gallery before free time on the island. The workshop is not a glassblowing class.

“Murano tour was amazing, the glass is breathtaking. I highly recommend this tour”

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Venice: Murano Island and Glass Factory Private Guided Tour - Seeing the glass take shape
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Venice: Murano Island and Glass Factory Private Guided Tour

15.Murano Island and Glass Factory Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 401 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $32

Take a 3 to 4 hour guided trip from Venice to Murano by water taxi. Watch a master glassblower shape glass, browse the factory showroom, then walk the island with your guide, including a visit to the Church of San Donato. Guides speak English, French, Spanish, Italian, or Chinese. Private and small-group options are available.

“The tour was wonderful. Informative and a great learning experience. Our guide Allegra was great. Knowledgeable, friendly and professional as well as our water taxi driver. Highly recommend taking the private tour. Allegra made sure we had up front seating during the glass blowing demonstration - 5 star rating!”

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