Explore three famous islands in the Venice Lagoon--Murano, Torcello and Burano--on a half-day sightseeing excursion by motorboat. You'll stop at a blown glass factory on Murano, visit Venice's first cathedral on the peaceful island of Torcello, and taking lots of pictures of Burano's coloured houses. This morning or afternoon tour is an excellent introduction to the magical islands surrounding the city of Venice and its enclosed bay in the Adriatic Sea.
Deaprtures every day from San Marco Giardinetti or Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station (departure time in Santa Lucia Railway Station is set 30 minutes before the indicated departure time from San Marco Giardinetti).
Deaprtures every day from San Marco Giardinetti or Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station (departure time in Santa Lucia Railway Station is set 30 minutes before the indicated departure time from San Marco Giardinetti).
- Laguna di Venezia: Navigate through the Venetian Lagoon to reach the islands and enjoy the view!
- Isola di Murano: The island of Murano is the first stop of this excursion: you will have a chance to enter a glass factory and see the masters working the glass as they have been doing for centuries and then visit the center of the island.
- Isola di Burano - World Heritage Site: Second stop of this half day excursion is Burano, famous for the colorful fishermen's houses and for the traditional handmade laces.
- Isola Torcello: Torcello is the third and last stop of this tour. The island is the first to be inhabited in the Venetian lagoon and still shows the traces of its origins.
- Chiesa di Santa Fosca: The church of Santa Fosca stands in the main square of Torcello and is a fine example of venetian-byzantine style.
- Trono di Attila: In the middle of Torcello stands the ancient Attila's throne.
- Ponte del Diavolo: Cross the Devil's Bridge which still preserves the shape of the ancient Venetian bridges
- Piazza San Marco: The boat leaves from St'Mark's Square, which you will have the chance to admire from a different perspective.
Included
- Tour Leader
- Travel by shared motor boat between Venice, Murano, Burano and Torcello
- Visit a glass-blowing factory at Murano
Not included
- Entrance fees to Torcello Church
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- MEALS ARE NOT INCLUDED
- Pets are not allowed
- Restroom on board
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- The time spent on each island is between 30 to 40 minutes
- If you're planning a day trip to Venice and staying outside the city, please note that an access fee will be required on certain dates.
