Visiting the island of Murano and discovering glass with a resident who loves her island can be an amazing experience.
The history of Murano glass developed with the history of the Venetian Republic, in fact the oldest documents relating to a Venetian Glassmaking dates back to 982.
Murano glass has played a role in the history of Venice, and not only as a decorative accessory. Unlike other activities that have almost completely disappeared, the art of glassmaking is still alive. A private visit of Murano glass island will explain you why this island is famous for the glass factories. In this small lovely island the technique of glassmaking became art by inventing the most beautiful European glass from the Renaissance to the 19th century.
The imagination of the glass masters create the most diverse glass objects: chandeliers, vases, sculptures, glasses, pictures, centrepieces. There is no limit to the beauty and skill of the master glassmakers of Murano, and today Murano glass is also considered a medium for the creation of art objects designed by famous artists.
This visit of Murano island includes the private water-taxi from your hotel or closest pick up point, a walking tour through the island, the visit to one other the two churches and the visit of a glass factory to admire a glass master working, the visit to one of the most beautiful showroom of the island and a shuttle boat back to Venice. A truly artistic glassworks, not just another tourist spot! It’s a visit for adults and kids.
Duration 3/4 hours. It’s possible to customise with Murano glass museum .
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