Island hopping tour: Mazzorbo, Burano and Murano
Island hopping tour: Mazzorbo, Burano and Murano
Hop from island to island between the serene nature of Mazzorbo, the colourful houses of Burano, and the artistic glass scene of Murano. Hop from island to island between Mazzorbo, Burano, & Murano! Watch colourful houses wiggle with delight at their reflections in the Canal of Burano, witness artistry in action at the glass factories and artisanal workshops in Murano, engage with vivid biblical tales on byzantine mosaics under glittering golden medieval church apses and marvel at the quiet, serene nature of Mazzorbo and the lagoon.
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Mazzorbo
We will have a fancy stroll in Mazzorbo, one of the quietest and idyllic islands in the lagoon where less than 300 people live. We will wander around in its lush gardens, stunning vineyards and a beautiful monastery.
30 minutesChiesa di Santa Caterina
We will visit one of the most ancient churches in the lagoon, a real hidden gem.
15 minutesVenissa Wine Resort
We will walk and relax n the magical atmosphere of this walled vineyard, which hosts a native Venetian grape, the Dorona.
15 minutesBurano
We will stroll alongside the lagoon with one of the most amazing views until we reach the long bridge that connects Mazzorbo to Burano. Famous for its brightly colored houses, its fine lace production and the freshest seafood, Burano is ‘bellisimo’
1 hourBepi's House
We will stop in one house in particular that pops with color and is a real eye-catcher, as it is decorated with geometric forms like squares, triangles, circles and all colors of the rainbow.
10 minutesPonte della Vigna
We will cross this bridge with a stunnig view among the cutest boats at the dock and fisherman houses.
15 minutesChurch of Saint Martin Bishop
We will wander down secret alleys until we reach the bridge of Terranova from where we can enjoy the most breathtaking view of the leaning bell tower of the church and from where you can really see how sharp its slope is.
15 minutesPiazza Baldassarre Galuppi
We will stroll through the only square in the island where lace makers are at work at a traditional lace atelier. We will also check out the Love Viewing Bridge that connects three canals and three of the most colorful streets of Burano, before hopping on the water bus to Murano.
30 minutesMurano
The glass-making island of Murano is the perfect island to top off your half a day trip and go off the beaten track, to places no tourists ever come
1 hourFerro Vetro Monica Cavaletto
We will make our way to a unique artisan workshop where you can admire the fantastic skills of a lampwork artist who make impressive works of glass.
15 minutesRio dei Vetrai
We will see together how glass artisans and factories are bringing forward the glassblowing tradition strolling along the Rio dei Vetrai ("canal of the glassmakers").
15 minutesPalazzo Barovier&Toso
We will step in the the oldest glass factory in the world, admiring together how tradition, design and fashion can be combined together.
15 minutesChurch of Saint Peter Martyr
We will then discover some hidden gems of Murano as this church, hiding masterpieces from the Renaissance and stunning glass chandeliers.
15 minutesPunta Conterie
We will wander around more hidden gems like an impressive industrial complex where they used to make beads
15 minutesDuomo di Murano Santi Maria e Donato
We will discover this byzantine church and its XII century mosaics
15 minutesIncluded
- Tour Leader & Nature and Interpretive Guide
- Pick up point in Venice Fondamente Nove
Not Included
- Water bus ticket. Tickets will be purchased onboard.
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.