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The Secret Corners of Burano
5.0
34 Ratings
Venezia
Explore Burano, a charming fishing island known for its vibrant homes in the Venice lagoon. Discover its rich traditions and history, and observe locals showcasing their lace-making skills during this one-hour group walking tour.
Duration:
1 hour, 20 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Laguna di Venezia - If we told you there was a way to experience an authentic side of Venice without the crowds, would you believe us? The secret lies in getting away from Piazza San Marco and venturing further out to explore smaller islands strewn throughout the marshy, magical Venice Lagoon.
- Chiesa di San Martino - This church was rebuilt several times and took on its present appearance between 1500 and 1600. It was consecrated on 29 October 1645 by the then bishop of Torcello Marco Antonio Martinengo. Over the centuries it underwent several restorations, while preserving the ancient architecture.
Seen from the outside, the church lacks a main entrance, in fact you enter laterally through a Renaissance door, near the Chapel of Santa Barbara.
- Burano - Further north in the lagoon lies Burano, a fishing island made up of hundreds of colorful houses that earn it the title of one of the most colorful towns in the world. Unlike Murano, which enjoyed industrial prowess for much of its history, Burano remained largely agricultural and fishing was its main industry. The colored houses are said to have been painted in bright hues to help fishermen navigate the lagoon on foggy days. Burano is also well-known for its lacemaking traditions, which originated in the 16th century.
What's Included
- Live demonstration of lacemaking
- Guided tour
What's Not Included
- Any service not mentioned in “Inclusions
Additional Information
- No credit or refunds will be given in the case of a no show (if you don’t show up at the meeting point at the time indicated on your voucher). Therefore we advise you to locate in advance the departure point and how to get there in order to avoid being late or any inconveniences that will prevent you from being at the meeting point in time for the departure.
- The voucher issued at the end of the reservation must be printed (hard copy) and presented at the time of the visit.
- In time of high water the tour will not take place.
- The tour is collective, so the presence of other participants who have booked is to be expected, up to a maximum of 30 people.
- Because of the particular shape of Venice and logistic issues that arise, we cannot guarantee that the intended route of the tour is fully accessible to people with disabilities. This means that some parts of the route may be closed to people in wheelchairs and or with physical impairments. The tour will cross four bridges.
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Location
Fondamenta dei Squeri, 512
Fondamenta dei Squeri
In front of the bronze statue at the ACTV Burano stop
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Marilyn_d
Aug 22, 2024
Excellent Gem! - She was great! One of the best tour director we had. She has a passion for Burano that makes you fall in love with this island. We loved seeing all the beautiful & hidden gems of Burano! No one should miss this tour with her in Burano.
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Mark_a
Jun 30, 2024
A must do tour - Silvia shared her love of Burano and its history as we walked the beautiful waterways of the island. Learning the history of the island, it's origins, traditions, and life of the people made for an experience where you feel connected to the people and the island. She answered all our questions along the way. We learned so much from and enjoyed our day in Burano all because of Silvia. Having a tour guide that lives on the island gives a personal viewpoint. It was a special tour and day as a result. Thank you Silvia for sharing your life and knowledge.
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Robbieh839
May 19, 2024
The Secret Corners of Burano - Silvia was a wonderful tour guide. She loves her island and shows you the heart of it. She shares her home as a friend would, taking you to places that might be missed otherwise. There wasn’t any pressure re vendors. This was my favorite part of my trip to Venice. I highly recommend
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Ilana_b
May 16, 2024
Worth the trip to Burano! - Having a wonderful guide who is a Burano native and current resident with her family added so much to my experience. Silvia was waiting by the dock and really knowledgeable with a depth that guidebooks don’t cover. In addition to historical information Silvia added the dimension of present life on the island. No pressure re vendors etc. Highly recommend Silvia for a relaxing and unique perspective on Burano, while seeing spots that you might otherwise miss.
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Heidi_r
May 7, 2024
A must! - We loved this tour! We loved learning about the history of the island, as well as the culture and lifestyle of the people living there today. The guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and engaging. Burano is beautiful and was our favorite part of our entire trip to Italy!
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Cheryl_g
Apr 21, 2024
Excellent Tour on a Beautiful Island - This tour of Burano was excellent. Sylvia our tour guide was born and raised on Burano and she was so friendly and passionate about the island. It was one of the best tours we had in Italy.
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Kinjal_s
Oct 17, 2023
It was everything we wanted and more! - Sylvia is AMAZING! Thank you for sharing with us a glimpse into your life in Burano and all of the things that go with it. What a wonderful tour. She is so knowledgeable and was so patient with all our questions. Thank you. I’d hands down recommend this tour.
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Heather_l
Oct 9, 2023
Soul food - Sylvia was so warm and friendly and provided lots of interesting information about Burano. We saw things we would not have seen otherwise. It was a lovely experience.
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Tiffany_w
Aug 19, 2023
Excellent!! - Sylvia was great! Perfect tour, full of information of the town and local life. Just what we were looking for.
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Deborah_p
Jul 24, 2023
Burano Island best tour ever - The best experience we had in Venice. Our tour guide was amazing and provided a very special tour of Burano and gave us information on history of island and tour included areas outside the tourist centre.
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