Out of the 118 islands in Venice, Murano and Burano are undoubtedly the most famous two. Murano is known for its world-class glass making, and haven’t we all seen photos of the adorable colorful houses of Burano, and heard different versions of why the houses were painted in such bright colors? On my recent trip to Venice, I visited these islands on a private group tour, and here’s my honest review and advice for you if you are planning to do the same:
Which Group Tour to Take to Murano and Burano?
There are several group tours to Murano and Burano, ranging in group size and tour length. I admit I was a little overwhelmed trying to pick the best option for me! I opted for a 5-hour small group guided tour to both islands on a private boat and enjoyed my experience as it was not too much of a rush, and when in a group tour, the smaller the group, the better. Choose a tour according to how much time you have in Venice and how much budget you have set for this.
Below are my top two picks:
If you are on a budget and want to be able to maximize your experience, book the Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour for only $29. You will get to see a quick glass modeling demonstration on Murano, shop for souvenirs, and move on to Torcello and enjoy this quaint and adorable island that is also the least touristic of all three (I’d take my lunch break here as there’s not a lot to do and see on the island). With about an hour on the colorful Burano, enjoy a quick stroll along the narrow streets and bridges, and get those photos in!
This tour allows a maximum of 100 participants, so be ready to share space. That being said, you get at least an hour at each stop, which is sufficient to have an overall view of each island, take photos and even buy some souvenirs to take home. Consider bringing some snacks and water with you, so no time is wasted.
For a more private and comfortable experience, you can book the Murano & Burano Islands Fully Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat for $42. This means skipping on Torcello but having more time on both Murano and Burano. I personally took this tour and was happy to board a private boat with just a dozen other people (the maximum capacity for this tour is 20). On our way to the islands, the tour guide, a Venetian local, took time to explain the history of the islands and shared personal antidotes that made the boat ride feel like a quick journey. You will have about 1.5-2 hours at each stop, which…
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