Things to do in

Punta Sabbioni

Sail across the emerald waters of the Venice lagoon on this full day trip to the islands of Burano, Murano and Torcello. Choose from an option with a shuttle transfer from S. Lucia Train Station to the departure point in San Marco or pick a tour option that meets in San Marco.  Hop aboard a comfortable water taxi in the morning and glide through the Lagoon of Venice. Admire views from the boat's panoramic terrace and listen to commentary from your guide.  Upon arrival at your first stop, Murano, find out why the island is renowned for its glassworks with a visit to a local glass factory. Watch a skilled artisan during a glass processing demonstration. Afterward, have approximately an hour on the island for shopping in one of the many glass shops. Next, head for Burano, which is known for its lacework and brightly colored houses. Follow your guide to the heart of the town and have 2 hours of free time to purchase a nice lunch, typical Venetian aperitifs, or get an ice cream at one of the many cafes.  Venture from Burano to Torcello, the first center of civilization in the estuary. Spend an hour of free time where you can go to see the Venetian-Byzantine mosaics at the Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta. Return to San Marco in the early evening. 

Relax on a boat with large windows and open spaces, for your hop-on hop-off tours of Venice. Take the tour all in one go to get a good first overview of Venice, or stop off on the way where and for how long it suits you best. Explore Venice and Murano and Burano by a comfy boat. Get on and off at St. Mark and Murano and learn fascinating stories using your audioguide. You will have the opportunity to see a demonstration at a glasswork factory. Get on at your preferred stop and enjoy panoramic views from the wide windows on the covered boat or from the open space. Kids 0-5 and pets travel for free. Family deals available. Boat tour stops: LINE A: Santa Lucia Railway station (in front of KFC restaurant) - Tronchetto (in front of the Flixbus Stop) - San Marco (in front of Royal Gardens) - Murano (in front of ELLEGI MURANO GLASS) - Zattere (Fondamenta Zattere al Ponte Longo) - Tronchetto - Santa Lucia Railway Station LINE B: Punta Sabbioni (desk located between Pier 4 and 5) - Murano (in front of ELLEGI MURANO GLASS) - Torcello - Burano (Fondamenta del Pizzo) - Punta Sabbioni

Sail to discover the fascinating islands of the Venetian lagoon, and get enchanted by their stories and settings suspended between the past and the present with the help of our audio guides. Start from Punta Sabbioni at 1:25 pm, and travel towards Murano where the making of artistic glass still takes place today at the hands of skilled craftsmen. Take part in a demonstration by a Master Glass Blower inside a real furnace, which preserves and passes on the artistic and technical heritage of this ancient art. Spend 1 hour, in which our audio guide will lead you to discover the monuments and iconic places of the island: the lighthouse, Palazzo da Mula, the churches of San Pietro Martire and Santa Maria e San Donato, and, finally, the Glass Museum. Search for the lampposts in love, they’re said to bring luck in love. Then at 3:10 pm sail to Burano, an old fishing village worldwide famous for its colorful houses, lace production, and pastry making. You will be given 1 hour of free time: you can get lost in the streets and squares of Burano, trying to capture the best shots of the colorful houses or you can follow the route given by the audio guide, which will allow you to visit historical places and magical places such as the House of Bepi Suà. Admire the crooked bell tower and be tempted by the typical pastry shops where you can taste the biscuits "Bussolà" and "Esse". Finally, catch the boat to return at 5:15 pm and finish your journey at the tour starting point at 5.45 p.m.

Enjoy a boat tour of Venice + two islands of Venice in one day. See a glass factory on the glass island, Murano, enjoy a glass blowing demonstration, and explore the colorful city of Burano. Depart from Punta Sabbioni at one of the departure times (9:15, 10:00) and pass through the Venetian Lagoon to arrive to Venice San Marco (transfer takes 30 min approx), enjoy your free time to discover the city. At 13:00 you will depart to the most famous glass island in the world - Murano. Visit one of the glass factories to see a glass demonstration, which you can even help out with, then explore the island, take pictures, and shop in the many glass shops. Following this, it’s time for Burano, famous for its lace and brightly colored houses. The guide will take you to the heart of the town and leave you to enjoy an hour of free time exploring the many wonders of the colorful city. Take a seat and enjoy some typical Venetian Aperitivo or gelato in one of the many small restaurants and cafes on the island. Finally, depart from Burano back to Punta Sabbioni.

Set sail on the Venetian Lagoon from Punta Sabbioni to discover the rich culture of Venice on a guided boat tour. Enter a glass factory on the island of Murano and admire the brightly colored houses and lace of Burano before exploring Torcello. Make your way to pier number 5 in Punta Sabbioni to meet your friendly guide and group for the day. Climb on board your boat and wave goodbye to the shore as you drift into the Venetian Lagoon. Land on the island of Murano and watch a live demonstration of its famous glass production within a workshop. Spend some free time exploring and take the chance to snap some photos or snap up some glass souvenirs. Continue to Burano and follow your guide to the heart of the town with the most vibrant atmosphere. Admire the picturesque painted houses and have a coffee or a bite to eat in one of the many small restaurants and cafes on the island. Relax back on your boat and enjoy panoramic views of the lagoon before you arrive in Torcello. Step foot onto the historical island and view the Venetian-Byzantine mosaics within the Torcello Cathedral.

Excursion to Murano and Burano in 1 afternoon! departure from Punta Sabbioni for Murano: visit to one of the famous glass factories for glass demonstrations and free time (approximately 1 hour stay on the island). Departure for Burano, famous for its lace and brightly colored houses - approximately 1 hour stay on the island. At 16:30 departure from Burano for Punta Sabbioni, arrival around 17:00. During the transfer time between the islands you will hear interestimg tales from our tour guide!

Bike through Sant’Erasmo Island on this tour from Venice. Experience the tranquil lagoon and idyllic fields. Appreciate the relaxed and traditional lifestyle of the island's 700 inhabitants. Let your guide help you purchase water bus tickets to Sant'Erasmo island. Travel through the city's deep blue lagoon on the way to the island. Learn about how the island was a rural retreat for aristocrats and the main source of vegetable and fruit supplies for the Republic of Venice. Disembark the boat and walk down a small road that passes canals and ditches. Stop to pickup your bike rental. Start from a 19th century fort which is sometimes used for art exhibitions and surrounded by a moat. Ride along the lagoon, saltmarshes, and by a variety of crops like purple-hued artichokes. Take in views of wild landscapes while spotting the belfries of Venice from afar. Admire views of the San Nicolò harbour mouth at Lido island. Head to a local family-owned honey farmer that produces saltmarsh honey. Try the unique flavors of honey made from flowers that grow in the salty soil. Reach the northern part of the island where you can just make out the colored houses of Burano. View the San Francesco del Deserto monastery which is inhabited by Franciscan monks. Enter a church facing the lagoon to take in the local architecture. Have the option of taking a water bus back to Venice or staying on the island for dinner.