Murano: In Depth Glass Factory Guided Tour

Murano: In Depth Glass Factory Guided Tour

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Do you want to learn about the inner workings of a real Murano workshop? Are you tired of the endless tourist traps around Venice and Murano? Look no more!

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Highlights

Original Murano Glass shaped right in front of you by real glass masters!
Professional step-by-step explanation of each area of the factory
No tourist trap, no obligation in buying!

Description

With this experience i want to show you what a real glass factory looks and feels like, understand the production process of glass from sand to a bespoke piece, and watch real Murano Glass Masters while they blow glass What you will experience: - THE BATCH ROOM, the place where it all starts: In here sand and other chemicals are mixed to perfection to obtain that will melt into glass once charged into a 1400°C furnace. - THE HOTSHOP, where the magic happens: You will learn about the glass melting process, from chemical mix to molten glass, how the furnaces work and an overview of all the tools we use - THE COLDSHOP, where the glass really starts to shine! You will see all machines used to carve, drill, cut, flatten, and polish glass. Are you looking for something more? Then look for our other listed activities, we are between the top Experiences in all of Venice! Have a look at our reviews :-) THINGS TO NOTE: - We ask guests to arrive 5 minutes before starting so you have enough time to check in. From Venice, depending on where you are, it might take even 50 minutes to get to Murano, so plan accordingly! - We are closed on Sunday and we do not organize tours on Saturdays and Sundays at the moment