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This Venetian island has been world-renowned for centuries for its blown glass creations, from jewelry to tableware to sculptures. Visits here often include a tour of one of its fascinating glass factories, demonstrations of how it’s done—and of course, a visit to at least one of the affiliated showrooms and shops.
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1. Davide Penso - Artstudio Murano
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5.0 based on 36 reviews
Atelier of the artist Davide Penso. Contemporary glass jewelry since 1992. Interesting demo on torch and explication regarding the bead-making technique.
Reviewed By 827donnaj - Chicago, United States
I loved David’s seaweeds and also bought a beautiful bead necklace here. He showed us how he makes the seaweed sculptures, letting the beautiful colors come out in his work. He is right next to the Murano Hyatt at the Murano Museo boat stop.
2. Duomo di Murano Santi Maria e Donato
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4.5 based on 665 reviews
Reviewed By Seeking_True_Quality
The architecture of this beautiful church is Romanesque, the exterior of the apse is lavishly decorated with multicolored bricks. But it is the inside that holds the real surprise - unique and well preserved mosaics, covering the whole floor. According to the explanations on the information panels, different parts of it carry different symbolic messages. the southern (right) aisle is the Baptism Way, the central nave is the Way of Salvation, while the northern (left) aisle is the Way of the Church. The mosaics are really beautiful! The church is dedicated to Saint Donatus, who - according to a local tradition - slayed a dragon. The entry was free and taking pictures was allowed.
3. Massimiliano Schiavon Art Team
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4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By 415tima - Pool of Muckhart, United Kingdom
We visited on a friend's recommendation and were welcomed warmly to this wonderful workshop and exquisite works of glass art. A real cut above the tourist traps of Murano with real style and artistic flair. The works of art range from huge monumental chandeliers to individual water glasses and suit every taste and budget. We bought so much they had to ship it back to UK for us! Wonderful trip.
4. TALENT ARTIGIAN VETRO
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
5. The Glass Cathedral - Santa Chiara
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4.5 based on 194 reviews
The Ex Chiesa Santa Chiara - a newly restored medieval church on the island of Murano - offers visitors an experience of authentic Murano glass and Venetian arts and culture such as does not exist anywhere else in Venice. We offer live demonstrations of Murano glass making, musical and theatrical events, perfumes in custom-engraved bottles and an unparalleled collection of real Murano Glass. We have a Bar inside our property so you may have an "Aperitivo in the Furnace".
Reviewed By MichTK - Adelaide, Australia
We stumbled across this gem. The glass blowing demonstration was really interesting and worth a visit just for that. 7 Euro for adults (10 Euro includes a glass of Prosecco) and 5 Euro for students.
6. Fornace Cam Glass Factory
7. Isola di Murano
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4.0 based on 2,898 reviews
Reviewed By paulfU5389JA
When visiting Venice you cannot pass the chance to visit the Island of Murano. The capital of Italian Glass manufacturing. The island hop is either via river taxi which will set you back over Euro 200 or for a much cheaper way take the public transport waterbus which will cost you just under Euro 100. The trip across was just awesome as the riverbus passes through Venice before exiting out the back from the city into the surrounding lake where you can get a wonderful view of the surroundings. Murano in itself is quiet and tranquil compared to the crowded alley ways of Venice. You can stroll along peacefully in Murano visit the Glass shops and if you have time there is a large shop where you can actually watch them make traditional glass objects. There are plenty of small bars and restaurants on Murano where you can have a coffee and just relax and look out either over the lake or just take in the surroundings. From here you can also take the waterbus to most of the other Islands around Venice. When visiting Venice make sure you take a trip to Murano and to the other Islands it will make for a much more exciting and memorable trip.
8. Vetreria Artistica Ferro E Lazzarini
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4.0 based on 157 reviews
Reviewed By dorisb639 - Westminster, United States
We had heard so much of the glass blowing created here and knew we wanted to see it. We had a private tour and were able to see up close and personal the art of glass blowing and we were blown away! The talent is like no others beside the years of training it is a mad skill. We would highly recommend not missing seeing this place. Save your pennies so you can buy the best souvenir to remind you of Italy and Merano.
9. Chiesa di San Pietro Martire
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4.0 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By TheAngeloS - Hilliard, United States
Situated in the middle of Murano any art lover can get their "fix" of classical art while touring the more modern glassworks on the island. With works by Tintoretto, Bellini, Veronese and some lesser-known artists, the beautiful interior is quiet and quite spacious. The baptistry and the altar are wonderful to behold. I do caution any visitor that there is (obviously) a not-so-strict "no photo" policy, and to please assure you are appropriately covered as this is an active church.
10. Torre dell'Orologio di Murano
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4.0 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By alexisphilip13 - Aix-en-Provence, France
With its red ocre brick and original architecture, this bell tower has its own charm. Located next to our favorite church on Murano, it is definitely one place worth seeing.
