Explore Murano & Burano — Venice’s craft islands
Murano is world‑famous for glassmaking, while Burano charms with its colorful houses and lace traditions.
Visit the Murano Glass Museum and the Burano Lace Museum, wander scenic canals, and enjoy an easy day trip across the lagoon..
Murano & Burano Islands Visiting timetable
Museums open daily except some holidays; hours vary by season. Last admission is usually one hour before closing.
Murano & Burano Islands Closing Days
Museums typically close on December 25 and January 1; check for special hours or maintenance closures.
Where is Located
Murano & Burano, Venetian Lagoon, Venice, Italy
How to get to Murano and Burano
Both islands are easy to reach by vaporetto (public ferry) or water taxi from Venice. Departures are frequent, especially from Fondamente Nove (F.te Nove).
By Train
From Venezia Santa Lucia station, walk or take a vaporetto to Fondamente Nove (F.te Nove), then board line 12 for Burano or lines 3/4.1/4.2 for Murano.
By Car
Cars are not allowed on the islands. Park at Piazzale Roma or Tronchetto, then continue by vaporetto to Murano or Burano.
By Bus
From Mestre or the mainland, take a bus to Piazzale Roma, then a vaporetto to Fondamente Nove and onward to the islands.
On Foot
You can’t walk to the islands, but you can walk to Fondamente Nove from many central areas; from there, take line 12 to Burano and lines 3/4.1/4.2 to Murano.
Why visit Murano & Burano
Murano’s glassblowing heritage, Burano’s postcard‑perfect colors, and two intimate museums celebrating centuries of craft.
Murano & Burano Islands
Murano Glass Museum (Museo del Vetro)
Trace 700 years of Venetian glass and admire exquisite pieces, from ancient mosaics to contemporary art.
Burano Lace Museum (Museo del Merletto)
Explore delicate needle lace, live demonstrations, and stories of the women who kept this art alive.
Colorful canals of Burano
Stroll past vivid façades, pretty bridges, and cozy cafés — a photographer’s dream.
Murano & Burano at a glance
Quick answers to plan a relaxed island day.
Book your Murano & Burano visit
Enjoy a scenic ferry ride and time on both islands.
Combine museum entries with a guided boat tour for a relaxed day.