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This roughly 2-hour guided tour takes you by water taxi from St. Mark's Square to a contemporary glass atelier on the island of Murano. Unlike a traditional factory visit, it gives a behind-the-scenes look at a workshop where glass masters collaborate with world-renowned artists. Watch a master artisan shape molten glass, then view sculptures and installations in the exhibition spaces and gallery. Your guide also introduces the history of Venetian glassmaking and how to tell authentic handmade Venetian glass.

Depart from St. Mark's Square
to a Contemporary Glass Atelier on Murano
Meet your host at the Column of San Todaro in St. Mark's Square and travel by boat to the island of Murano. The water taxi ride takes 15 minutes each way, with a guided visit of about 1 hour 30 minutes on Murano.
The tour takes about 2 hours in total and is led by a live guide in English, French, German or Spanish.
Watch a Master Artisan at Work
A local guide introduces the history of Venetian glassmaking and explains how this tradition became a global symbol of creativity and excellence.
Watch a master artisan turn molten glass into a work of art using techniques passed down through generations, and see the precision and skill behind each piece.
Explore the Exhibition Spaces and Gallery

Walk through the exhibition spaces and gallery while the guide shares the stories behind sculptures, installations and limited-edition works created in collaboration with world-renowned contemporary artists.
See how ancient Venetian techniques and modern artistic vision come together in unique pieces.
Get Personal Advice from Your Guide

Throughout the tour, your guide helps you understand the differences between decorative glass, collectible art pieces and limited-edition works. You also learn how to recognize authentic handmade Venetian glass.
You are never required to buy anything. If you wish, you can receive personalized advice before buying an authentic glass piece.
※ Stops and schedule are for reference only and may change.
※ Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
Guided tour of a contemporary glass atelier
Introduction to the history of Venetian glassmaking
Demonstration by a master artisan
Round-trip boat transport between Venice and the glass workshop
Access to the exhibition spaces and gallery
Personal art consultation
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.
Meet your host at the Column of San Todaro in St. Mark's Square and walk together to the boat.
Valid only on the selected date and time.
Meeting point:
Column of San Todaro (Colonna di San Todaro)
P.za San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italia
Meeting point information:
Meet your host at the Column of San Todaro in St. Mark's Square. A welcome staff member waits at the meeting point and accompanies you to the boat that departs for the experience. The day before the tour you receive a message with the meeting details and the host's name, so please enter a phone number where you can be reached when booking.
P.za San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italia