Glassblowing in Venice, Italy (Small Group)

Venice, Italy

From $9.85

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

20 minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Learn the secrets of glassblowing during this activity in Venice. Visit the Glass Factory Showroom near St Mark's Square to see examples of this highly specialized glass art, beloved by collectors the world over. Learn about this technique's origins in the Roman Empire from you guide, then watch a glassblowing demonstration by a Master Artisan.

Learn about the art of glassblowing in Venice
Hear about the technique's origin in the Roman Empire from your guide
Watch a live glassblowing demonstration

What's Included

Master Artisan Glassblowing Demonstration in Saint Mark's Square
Guided tour of a Glass Factory Showroom in Saint Mark's Square
Live tour commentary provided in English and Italian (the visit could be multilingual)
Flyer with description of the Magic Art of Glassblowing
Multilingual assistance at the meeting point departure for a skip the line service
Small souvenir (one each couple or family)

Hotel pickup

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Venice Tours Srl Close to St.Mark’s Square, Calle S. Gallo, 1093/b, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find Olivetti Museum, turn right passing under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight on to “Campo San Gallo”, Venice Tours Office is in the square, San Marco 1093/B.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
The tour could be could be multilingual.
Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in these cases it can be postponed the days after otherwise it will be refunded).
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
The customers health is the most important matter for us, the tour operates in according to the Covid-19 National directives in order to guarantee the experiences in a safe environment.
All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned, and the tour will leave with small groups.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

3.0

28 reviews

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Waste of time

Chris_W, Mar 2024

When we arrived we had the chance to do a VR experience showing us some history of Venice whilst we waited which was ok. We had to walk for 5 minutes to get to the glass blowing location and when we got inside we watched a 5 minute demonstration of a man making a vase and a small horse. Even though the guide said he had to speak in English or Italian he proceeded to speak German and French too and did not explain how the glass was made at all. We were then guided into a shop which was extremely expensive. I would have liked to have learnt about how the glass is made rather than just some guy saying ooh look he's making a blue vase, or a small horse. On our ticket it says we would get a small gift. When I asked the guy laughed and said there is no gift sorry, that is wrong.

Nice demo

Debra_K, Sep 2023

The demo is very short. It is an opportunity for the glass company to sell to you but it wasn’t a hard sell situation. It was informative and we were glad we did it since we didn’t have time to go to Murano Island.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Dear Guest, we are sorry for your personal comment, please consider that the glassblowing demonstration on Murano's island also includes the commentary of the glassblowing master about the history and tradition of glassblowing and it's appreciated by the clients. At your disposal for further information. Regards.

Murano Glassblowing Short Tour

Maryann_C, Sep 2023

Since we were unable to go to Murano, this tour was perfect to see how Murano glass products are made.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thanks for your kind review

Glassblowing Basics

Jillian_S, Jul 2023

I thought it was awesome! Such a cool intro to glassblowing. I thought in the info about it it said we would get a tiny glassblown gift, but I must have been mistaken.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thanks for the review

A great way to experience the Murano glass process without having to travel to Murano

Robert_G, May 2023

Having traveled to Murano for a tour in the past, I felt it was not necessary to make that trip again on this trip, even though I wanted my family to experience the glass blowing process. Going to the local showroom in Venice, we were able to skip the lines, experience the glass blowing, and have the opportunity to see all of the designs. Well worth the time and investment.

Response from Host, May 2023

Thanks for your kind review

Demonstration was very short.

Gordon_G, Apr 2023

Demonstration was very short. The shop is good sowing off the many different items and colours and techniques if you are intending to buy authentic Murano Glass.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Dear Guest, we are deeply sorry for your personal comment, please consider that the commentary of the glassblowing master, rich of interesting curiosities about the history and tradition of glassblowing, is appreciated by the clients. At your disposal for further information. Regards.

Glassblowing demonstration in Venice

Linda_H, Nov 2022

Perfect tour If you want some info on glassblowing with a demonstration without a trip to Murano. Information and interesting.

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thanks for your kind review

Horrible waste of money and time

Greg_G, Jul 2022

Horrible. Ripoff. The mtg place is 15 min to the left in an alley- we found that then found our other tour mtg place- walked around went to mtg place and a girl walked up 15-20 min to the rt between alleys and shops- ww got there and had to wait for a lg group to go- waited at least 15-20 min . Finally went upstairs and one guy blew a vase w a horse on top maybe 5 min while someone explained-. Then he walked us thru entire gift shop following us saying everything is for sale. Gave us a small piece of glass candy. Just a waste of time. My daughter watched glass blowing at a different place and said it was great. I don't know what we pd for. To watch 5 min? I have seen more at shops around the USA. Don't waste ur money

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Dear Guest, we are deeply sorry for your personal comment, please consider that the explanations of the glassblowing master, rich of interesting curiosities about the tradition of glassblowing, are appreciated by the clients. At your disposal fo further information. Regards.

Glass Blowing-Venice

Roam07773589735, Jun 2019

There was a ten minute demonstration, while they tried to sell us stuff the rest of time. The glass was pricy there, so you are better of buying glass at one of the smaller shops in Venice. Although, I did learn a little bit about making glass during the demonstration, so that was cool.

Misleading title

Peter_K, Apr 2019

The experience was interesting, but its really just a short demonstration of glass blowing, then a brief talk on the Venetian history of glass, and then just a hard sell in the shop. No actual opportunity to do glass blowing.

glass blowing

Scott_L, Dec 2018

the glass blowing demonstration was only about 5-10 mins long at the most. The translator was very good at explaining how they make the glass and the history of murano. if i were to do it again i would book the travel to the different islands and see the glass being made on murano island it self

If I Could Give it a Zero, I would.

Courtney_P, Jul 2018

don't waste your time or money. It was 5 minutes of glassblowing and then a hard sell of glass products.

Great demo but it was only for 5-7...

Vijay J, Apr 2018

Great demo but it was only for 5-7 minutes - should be extended to 15 minutes.

Basically is a visit to a store...

fabiana r, Mar 2018

Basically is a visit to a store! they have a 5 minutes presentation by a glassblower and then move on to the saying of glassesprobally made in CHINA!. The experience is just 10 but still... you can walk for free to a store

horrible! not worth your 10! is...

fabiana r, Mar 2018

horrible! not worth your 10! is basically a visit to a store!

Amazing craft. I especially liked the...

Peter_M, Apr 2017

Amazing craft. I especially liked the marine themed pieces with bubbles in the glass.

The tour was fanstastic, we saw and...

Caterina_P, Jan 2017

The tour was fanstastic, we saw and felt the passion of the glass-maker while he was doing this incredible art! an unforgettable experience!

Really enjoyable insight into glass...

Nadine H, Nov 2016

Really enjoyable insight into glass blowing although would have been better if we had more time actually watching the glass blowing and not as much time trying to get us to buy from the shop. Our guide was very informative and did make it interesting so I would recommend it

Unfortunately we got lost and never...

Mark D, Sep 2016

Unfortunately we got lost and never made it to this event. When we did get our bearings, we still didn't find it. No one other than out poor sense of direction was at fault. I'm sure it would have been wonderful!

Very cheap but only lasted 20 mins...

Becci P, Apr 2016

Very cheap but only lasted 20 mins or so. Saw a guy doing some glassblowing for less than 5 mins and then looked round a shop and got our free gift