LivTours Murano Glass Blowing Tour is the perfect way for you to experience the world-famous Venetian tradition of glassblowing. Glass artisans have always thrived in the land of gondolas. The island of Murano sits just north of the city center and is known locally as glass island. It was in the 13th century that the Doge banished all the glassmakers from the city center. With their adobe kilns fires were common and, more importantly, glassmakers were highly coveted as the fruits of their labor were a way for the upper classes to demonstrate their wealth.
Your local private guide will meet you at your hotel in a luxury private water taxi. Travel to Murano Island and enjoy a short tour of the colorful island rich in cultural heritage and stunning architecture, before making your way to a typical glass-blowing factory. Here you will appreciate this Venetian tradition firsthand, as you see a live glass blowing demonstration.
After the demonstration, you will have a chance to pursue the highest quality glass pieces on the island and can arrange international shipping right then. This luxury experience is perfect for those wanting to discover the art of glass blowing to enjoy even when you get home!
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Your LivTours’ Murano glass blowing tour is a luxury private tour that gives you the chance to discover more of Venice than the average tourist, by witnessing one of its most treasured traditions. In the company of your local expert guide, you will enjoy doing it all in ultimate comfort with a private luxury water taxi. LivTours is passionate about taking visitors on authentic Italian experiences where you can truly immerse yourself in the culture and history of the place.
Your private Murano glass blowing experience starts when your private guide meets you at your hotel and takes you to your waiting luxury water taxi. Seeing Venice from the water is a must for any visitor, giving you the chance to truly appreciate the unique way this magical city is entirely built on water. Once out on the water, you will make your way to the famous glass blowing island of Europe – Murano Island. Known for its exceptional blown glass pieces, this is the place to visit to discover the famous 700-year-old glass blowing tradition of Venice whose artisans became known as Europe’s finest glass and mirror makers.
Murano, like Venice, is actually made up of several small islands, in this case, seven that are connected by bridges. With a population of about 5000 locals, you will have the chance to experience another side of Venetian life. Enjoy a short stroll with your guide and soak up the island’s enchanting character, unique architecture, narrow waterways and seemingly endless bridges. Enjoy the quieter, crowd-free atmosphere, away from the busier center of Venice. As you walk through Murano, you will see the many glass shops realizing that its long history of glassblowing still thrives today.
After your short walking tour of the enchanting island, you will visit one of the most famous glass blowing workshops on Murano and meet locals who are passionately keeping this tradition and craft alive. Enjoy a live demonstration of glassblowing and see how easy these masterful craftsmen make this difficult craft look. At this workshop, you will have the chance to browse (and buy) some of the most renowned glass pieces in the world, more than a souvenir, it is a piece of history! The workshop’s international shipping makes it easy for you to send your treasures directly home, the best present to open when you return home.
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