Murano islands
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Murano - by Kevin Charit on Unsplash
Description
Murano is a series of islands linked together by small bridges and a short 1.5km vaporetto ride from Venice northern shore. It has a long history as an independent set of islands before becoming part of the Venetian Republic. In 1291, all the glass makers from the city were required to move to Murano and it became famous for that trade all over Europe, setting the standards for innovation and luxury glassware until the end of the 18th century. There are 7 islands and eight channels. Highlights include the Church of Santa Maria e San Donato, the Glass Museum and other glassware shops, and the church of San Pietro Martire.
Access & Transport
From the train station, take vaporetto Line 3, 4.1 or Line 4.2 For those in Sam Marco or San Polo, the fastest is to walk to Fondamente Nove in Cannaregio and take line 4,1 or 4.2. Alternatively, those lines also serve San Marco and southern Dorsoduro but travel the long way around. Line 18 connect Murano with Lido from "Navagero"
Instructions & Recommendations
If you have extra time, vaporetto 12 goes to the islands of Burano and Torcello from "Faro" stop.
Environmental & Social
Mostly low carbon footprint besides the crossing by vaporetto. Over-commercialized in our view
Conclusion
The Murano islands make for a nice half-day outing, but the glassware should set them apart from the rest of Venice has turned into a tourist trap (or circus) and can actually be found at better price in the city. There are a few interesting sights but not worth the time investment for those with less than 4 days in Venice.
Key positive
Some photogenic neighbourhoods
Key negative
Over-commercialized
No standout attraction
Suitability
No restrictions
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 50m
est. visit time:3h
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightNo
Night – aft. midnightNo