Venice: Murano, Burano, and Torcello Island Water Taxi Tour

Venice: Murano, Burano, and Torcello Island Water Taxi Tour

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Travel the canals of Venice by water taxi and visit the islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Witness the highlights of each island like glass blowing, glass making, and the pastel homes of Burano.

Highlights

This Islands of Venice tour starts from the picturesque St. Mark’s waterfront passing the exquisite Biennale Gardens and San Giorgio Maggiore
Drift pass the island of Sant ’Elena towards the Venice beach resort of Lido before moving on to the gems of Murano, Burano, and Torcello
Visit the island of Murano, where you’ll find the most beautiful glass blown pieces in the world
Discover the colorful island of Burano - even more enchanting in person. This quaint fishing village is also famous for their handmade lace

Description

Discover the not so secret any more gems of Venice, each uniquely different and beautiful in their own right. From Murano glass blowing to the beautiful colored houses of Burano and Torcello, one of the first island settlements of Venice. The islands of Venice are rich in tradition, craftsmanship, and beauty. Witness firsthand the ancient tradition and art of Venetian glassmaking – a craft that has been practiced for over 1,500 years. Murano glass is world-famous but there is only one place that it can be manufactured - the island of Murano in Venice. With rows of pastel-color houses lining the canals and streets, Burano is one of the most colorful cities in the world and the most photographable. Though not as famous as the Venetian islands of Murano and Burano, Torcello is often referred to as the parent island from which Venice was populated. Explore Venetian art, history, and culture on this adventure on the open sea and with the most scenic views of Venice.