Burano Island Tour: Walking tour

Burano walking tour : “Burano’s Hidden Corners”

Join Silvia for a guided tour through Burano’s history and contemporary life. As a native, Silvia offers an insider’s perspective. Her insights are brimming with genuine enthusiasm and rich knowledge of the island’s tales and customs. Experience the authentic essence of Burano, cherished by locals and less overrun by tourists.

• Explore Burano’s picturesque campo, ideal for memorable photos.
• Marvel at the panoramic vista of the lagoon, spotting Mazzorbo, S. Francesco del Deserto.
• Cross the Tre Ponti where lies the renowned Al Gatto Nero restaurant. With luck, you might witness chefs preparing dishes featuring fresh local fish, such as sea bass, moeche, and gò.
• Stroll through tranquil streets to Piazza Galuppi, home to the Lace School.
• Uncover more of the island’s unique and unforgettable treasures.
• Every corner offers a new perspective on island life, with stops at local artisan workshops and recommendations for tasting regional culinary specialties in authentic restaurants.

Visit Burano Venice

Burano is a small island nestled in the eastern part of the Venetian lagoon.
Its brightly colored houses have made it one of the most photographed places in the world. But do you know why they’re painted this way? In the past, the islanders painted their homes in vivid colors to distinguish them in the thick lagoon fog, making each house easily recognizable from afar.

Stroll among the picturesque colorful houses and let Silvia, your local guide, show you the beauty of this enchanting little island.

In Piazza Galuppi, take a moment to admire the leaning bell tower of San Martino Church — Burano’s very own version of the Tower of Pisa, standing tall above the rooftops. Walk to the edge of the island to glimpse San Francesco del Deserto, a nearby island inhabited only by monks.

As you wander through the narrow streets, you’ll come across charming lace shops, a symbol of Burano’s long tradition of lace-making. This craft, mostly carried on by women, is also celebrated in the Museum of Lace. If you’re lucky, you might even see local women sitting in their doorways, skillfully embroidering lace by hand.

And before you leave, don’t forget to try the famous “buranelli”, the island’s traditional yellow butter cookies!

Throughout your visit, Silvia will passionately share the history of Burano and what it means to live there today.

Burano Island Tour: How to Get There?

Traveling from Piazzale Roma:

• Option 1: Take either line 4.2 or 5.2 from Piazzale Roma and transfer at Fondamente Nove. From there, catch line 12 heading towards Murano and then Burano.
• Option 2 : Alternatively, you can take line 3 directly from Piazzale Roma to the Murano Faro stop. From there, catch line 12 to Burano.

Others points in Venice:

• Option 1: Take a vaporetto (water bus) from various points in the city. Look for lines 3, 4.1, or 4.2, which all stop at Murano.
• Option 2: Another option is to opt for a private water taxi for a more direct and personalized journey.

These options provide flexibility. They depend on where you start your journey and your preferences for cost, convenience, and mode of transportation.