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The Gems of the Lagoon: the Islands of Murano and Burano

A cruise in the Lagoon is a suggestive as well as enjoyable experience, a new and different way to see Venice off the most beaten tracks by the mass tourism. Enjoy a unique experience which leads you to the historic, artistic and popular heart of the northern part of the Venetian Lagoon, comfortably seated in a Grand Tourism motor-boat driven by an highly qualified crew and guided in 5 languages by a specialized Tour leader. The boat stops in Murano known throughout the world for its glass manufacturing industry, In Murano visit one glass factory to admire a fascinating glassblowing demonstration. The second stop is on the picturesque island of Burano, famous for its lace and for its fishermen's houses painted in bright colors. Enjoy the panoramic boat and take marvelous pictures of Venice and its lagoon.
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Venice in One Day: All-Inclusive Sightseeing Tour & Gondola Ride

Start your adventure in Piazza San Marco, where the stunning Basilica awaits. Be mesmerized by its golden interiors, shining a light on Venice's rich history. Just steps away, explore the Doge's Palace, to wander through the most exquisite rooms, each telling a tale of Venetian elegance and power. Then take a unique walking tour that shows you beyond the typical tourist paths, revealing the city's hidden corners. Next, set sail to Murano, the renowned island of glassmakers. Witness the fascinating process of glassblowing in a traditional furnace, where skilled artisans craft beautiful creations right before your eyes. Conclude your Venetian odyssey aboard a gondola admiring the grandeur of the San Marco Basin and the storied Bridge of Sighs! Itinerary: 09.00 am – Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica 10.00 am – Guided tour of the Doge's Palace 11.30 am – Walking tour 02.00 pm – Murano Island & Glass Blowing Demonstration 06.15 pm – Gondola Ride on St. Mark's Basin
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From $175.96
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Private Grand Canal Boat Tour and Murano Glass Experience

A private guided boat ride along the Grand Canal followed by a visit to the famous Murano island Glass factory that is known for its glass production all around the world.
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Gondola Ride Near St Mark’s Square

Join a shared- 30- minutes gondola ride through St Mark’s basin and its beautiful islands and palaces. Let the gondolier lead you through the artistic beauties of the Republic of Venice.
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Full-day excursion to Murano, Burano and Torcello from Venice Train Station

Enjoy a full-day boat tour to discover the 3 most famous islands of Venice Lagoon: Murano, Burano and Torcello. The tour starts just few steps far away from Venice Train Station, more precisely, in front of Kentucky Fried Chicken Restaurant. After getting onboard, you will head to Murano, and stop there for one and a half hours. Here you will visit one of the many glass factories located in the island and attend a glass-making demonstration. The second stop of this 6-hour tour is Burano, with its marvellous colored houses. The last stop of the tour is Torcello, known as the island where the Venetian civilization was born in the 7th century. Our Venetian islands tour is coming to an end but ... there is one last surprise: the return trip: this itinerary will allow you to enjoy a splendid panoramic view of the Venetian lagoon ... a very romantic and breathtaking sight. The tour ends in Riva degli Schiavoni, close by St Mark's Square
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See Details → Duration :7 hours 30 minutes
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Venice: Golden Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola ride

A wonderful 3- hours experience to discover the historical and artistic heart of Venice! The expert guide will escort you in the fascinating Doge’s Palace and the Saint Mark’s Basilica in Piazza San Marco. Admire their stunning artworks and learn the endless history the Venice Repulic. You'll cross also the famous Bridge of Sighs! Go on the Terrace of the Basilica and admire its fascinating mosaics. Then you will enjoy a romantic gondola ride through the Grand Canal and its picturesque waterways: during the ride you’ll admire the main Venice Highlights as Fenice Opera House, Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Santa Maria della Salute Church and many others. Included in this activity you will have a mobile app to visit by yourself to visit the Rialto and Saint’s Mark areas.
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Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride

Explore Venice in two hours by walking from Saint Mark's Square to Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Campo SS. Giovanni and Paolo, pass beside Marco Polo's House and the Malibran Theatre. Take a ride in a shared gondola for 30 minutes through the Grand Canal and through the minor canals. Enjoy this combined tour of the most characteristic and important places for the history of Venice together with a local guide
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From $70.83
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Private Gondola Tour from Piazza San Marco

Leave the world behind and immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Venice on a private 30-minute gondola ride. Drift along serene waters as you admire the city's iconic sights, creating precious moments in one of the world's most romantic destinations.
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from Punta Sabbioni: Murano and Burano afternoon tour

The proposed excursion offers a fascinating journey through two of the most iconic islands of the Venice Lagoon: Murano and Burano, seasoned with unique and colorful experiences. Departure from Punta Sabbioni towards Murano: renowned for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition. Here, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the art of glass by visiting one of the island's famous glass factories. After this experience, you will have free time to explore the island at your leisure, admiring its beauties and savoring the unique atmosphere that distinguishes it (approximately 1 hour stay on the island). Next, the journey continues to Burano, a colorful jewel famous for its fine lace and characteristic houses painted in bright shades. Here too you will have about an hour and you can stroll through its picturesque streets, admire the lace displayed in the local shops and photograph the fascinating colorful facades of the houses. Return to Punta Sabbioni at 5.00 pm
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1 Hour Private Gondola Ride

Admire Venice for 1 hour from the most exclusive and breathtaking point of view: the water. An enchanting and relaxing way to enjoy the colors, lights, sights, charm and beauty of Venice. You will admire elegant bank-side palaces, unique bridges and breath the charming and magic atmosphere that only a town built on water can give you.
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Venice: Sunset Gondola Ride & Guided Walking Tour

Experience Venice from the water and marvel at its spectacular mansions aboard a traditional gondola. Sit back and relax as you are punted along the magnificent Grand Canal and venture down some of the smaller canals to escape the crowds. Get carried away by this ancient mode of transportation as a professional gondolier rows you along the romantic waterways. Get breathtaking views of the city at every step of the way. Pass under historic bridges and near famous attractions. Travel back in time and experience Venice as it should be enjoyed by everyone who visits. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Venice in the evening and get to know an alternative side of the city. Hear about the mysteries, secrets and ghost legends of Venice from your guide. Follow routes that are off the beaten path as you spend a fascinating 1 hour and 45 minutes experiencing the intimate and peaceful atmosphere of the city at night.
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Public tour: Doge's Palace with St. Mark's Basilica & Gondolas

Enjoy a visit to the Doge’s Palace, the seat of Venetian political power. Admire its marvelous rooms full of history and masterpieces of paintings. Visit St. Mark’s Basilica, one of the most majestic cathedrals in the world. Enjoy the visit of this masterpiece of Byzantine art, unique of its kind in Italy. Have the pleasure to savor beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlays of the floors, your guide will show you the represented biblical scenes, the history and the particularities of this ancient basilica. Have a gondola tour along the Grand Canal and minor canals.
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From $142.76
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Exclusive Gondola Ride with Guided Old Town Tour

Experience the Floating City in the most authentic and romantic way on an exclusive Grand Canal gondola ride. Enjoy a 30-minute tour of Venice in a traditional gondola. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 1-hour: Private Gondola Experience Book a private 30-minute gondola ride with a Professional Gondolier, proceeded by a 30-minute introduction to the history of gondolas. Includes live commentary in English or Italian, plus a multilingual audio guide. 2,5-hour: Private Gondola Ride & Walking Tour Book a 2-hour walking tour of Venice's Old Town and a 30-minute ride in a private gondola with a Professional Gondolier (no live commentary). The unique feature of Venice is its on-the-water location with hundreds of canals, bridges, lively piazzas and colorful water-front palaces. Book an exclusive gondola ride to see the highlights of the Canale Grande and feel the city’s romantic atmosphere.
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Full-day excursion to Murano Burano and Torcello from Jesolo - Punta Sabbioni

On a modern boat you will sail across the lagoon with an expert guide to reach the three main islands of Venice: during the stops you will have time to discover them, enjoy lunch, walk around and take photos. The boat leaves from Punta Sabbioni, there will be a fast stop in Venice to board other tour participants and then you will reach Murano. Once in Murano you will have an hour to visit the island, famous throughout the world for the art of glass. The second stop will be Burano where you will have about 2 hours for the visit. Thanks to its colored houses, Burano is considered one of the 10 most colorful cities in the world. For lunch you can freely choose where to eat: we, as true insiders, have some advice for you! In the early afternoon, after the stop in Burano, you will again embark to reach the Torcello, the last destination of this day tour from Jesolo, where you will stop for about an hour.
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Private Tour of Burano and Murano Venice from Punta Sabbioni

The cruise between the islands starts from Punta Sabbioni with the presentation of our guide and the crew with a detailed explanation of everything that is encountered while sailing from the origin of the Barene to all the islands and buildings we encounter. The explanation of the island of Burano is given by the guide on board so that our guests can tour the island already with important notions. The planned stop in Burano is an hour and a half and, at the same point where we landed, we will be re-boarding.
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From $38.73