The city of Venice has many hidden gems that are just as worth visiting as its main tourist attractions like St. Mark’s Square or the Grand Canal. One of the most beautiful hidden parts of the city of Venice that is definitely worth going to is the Island of Murano. Located in the Venetian Lagoon, this Island is the second biggest island in this lagoon and it’s worldwide popular for its glass factories.
Let’s find out something more about the Island of Murano in Venice and why you should add it to your list of things to see in Venice!
The Art of Glassmaking in Murano
As previously mentioned, the most interesting aspect of the Island of Murano in Venice is its glassware. Glass-making has always been a protagonist in Murano’s culture and traditions and it still retains the primate for the most prolific industry of the island. Visiting the Island of Murano will allow you to witness glass artisans at work, making for a wonderful learning experience that has to be done at least once in a lifetime! With the exploration and explanation of centuries-old techniques and the possibility of buying some glassware to take home, taking a tour of the glass factories in Murano will definitely leave you stunned!
If you want to go even more in-depth about the traditions behind the making of glass and see some unique pieces, we highly suggest you visit the Murano Glass Museum. This Museum is filled with over four thousand glass objects that date back to the Phoenicians!
How to Reach the Island of Murano
If you’re thinking about visiting the Island of Murano but are not sure how to get there from the city of Venice, you will be happy to know that it’s simpler than you think!
You can either get there with a Water Bus (Lines 41, 42), known in Italy as “vaporetti”, which are very frequent, or you can get a guided tour which will usually have you explore Murano, Burano and even Torcello for a very convenient price!
Conclusion
Visiting the Island of Murano is an exceptional way to get to know more about the culture of Venice and explore some less-touristy destinations. We highly suggest you don’t stop at this Island and go explore the Islands of Burano and Torcello as well! If you want to get to know more about the city of Venice and Italy, make sure you go check out our other blogs and book a private tour with us if you want the full details of this majestic place!
