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Description
After sailing past the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, the Public Gardens, the tip of Sant’Elena and the Lido famous beach resort, the boat arrives at Murano, known throughout the world for its glass manufacturing industry. Here you have 40 minutes for a visit to one of the factories to discover the magic of glass. The second stop will be at the pictoresque island of Burano, famous not only for its lace, but also for the fishermen’s houses painted in bright colors. The stop will last about 30 minutes. After a short sail, you’ll reach Torcello, the earliest centre of civilization in the lagoon. Only the cathedral with its magnificent mosaics and the church of Santa Fosca remains as testimony of its former glory. This stop lasts about 30 minutes. Then the boat will make its way back to St. Mark’s Square.
Notes
This tour is provided on a reserved basis. Passengers must contact the local sightseeing companies 24hrs prior to the tour date to reconfirm.
Meeting point: Serenissima Boat Station in St Mark's Square (in front of the old prison building).
Operates: Daily 2:15 pm (9:15am from 3/13/10 only) except for December 25th
Duration: Approx 3 hours and 30 minutes
Restrictions
Reservations are required.
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