Burano Travel Guide

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Burano
Burano
Burano
Burano showing heritage architecture, a house and a small town or village
Burano showing street scenes and a house
A collage of brightly coloured houses frame the picturesque canals in Burano—an enchanting island, celebrated for its delicate lacework.

While you may be reluctant to leave the glamour and charisma of Venice itself, the island of Burano offers its own enticements in a more secluded setting. Situated about eight kilometres north of Venice, you can catch a scenic 40-minute vaporetto (water bus) ride across the lagoon, and be greeted by a wealth of breath-taking sites.

The first landmark that is bound to catch the eye of any approaching visitor is the iconic leaning bell tower of San Martino’s Church. However the island is perhaps most famous for its houses, which stand proud along the water’s edge in a palette of vibrant colours.

According to legend, these small, square houses, with their pretty flower boxes and traditional shuttered windows, were originally painted in bright colours to enable fishermen to see them whilst out fishing. However it’s not just the picture-perfect houses that make Burano such a must-see—the island is also famed for the ancient craft of lace making. Even today you can watch the intricacies involved as talented artisans preserve a tradition dating back to the 15th century.

The best place to buy the wonderful lacework for which the island is so famed is along the main street, the Via Baldassare Galuppi. If you want to find out more about this intricate art, head to the south of the island, where you will discover the Lace Museum. With stunning collections from the Burano Lace School of the 19th century, as well as videos providing an insight into this skilled art, you are guaranteed to feel inspired.

Stop for lunch to sample some freshly caught fish and make sure you give in to temptation and sample some of Burano’s famous sweet dishes, such as Bussolà and the Burano esse.

Like Venice, Burano is made up of islands (four to be precise) which are conveniently linked by footbridges. In fact, it would take you just a few hours to explore these small islands on foot. Burano itself is home to around 3500 residents and as you wander past lace makers and fishermen, you’ll feel as if you’ve been transported to a bygone era. And when you’re ready to head back to Venice, there will be no long delays for the vaporetto, as they depart every half hour.

Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto
4 out of 5
San Marco 5149 Ponte Di Rialto, Venice, VE
The price is AU$253 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$253
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"We had a front facing room on the top floor overlooking the Rialto Bridge and the canal. Enjoyed opening the window and watching the crowd on the bridge and on the canal. Nice breakfast, friendly staff, and very central to all the major attractions."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Hotel Rialto
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
4 out of 5
Piazza San Marco 1107, Calle del Cavalletto, Venice, VE
The price is AU$257 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$257
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,468 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in Venice"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Antico Panada
Antico Panada
3 out of 5
Calle degli Specchieri 646, Venice, VE
The price is AU$131 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Awesome location-spacious room. Only issue we had was the heater would not turn off and it was really warm in the room."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Antico Panada
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Hu Venezia Camping in Town
Hu Venezia Camping in Town
3 out of 5
Via Giuseppe De Marchi 7, Marghera, Mestre, VE
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly campground in Mestre. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,456 reviews)
"Easy access to Venice at a good price. Decent kitchen, lots of space and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Hu Venezia Camping in Town
Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
Via Ca' Marcello 8L, Mestre, VE
Stay at this aparthotel in Mestre. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (663 reviews)
"This was great access to transportation 2 min away 1 bus ride 15 min to Venice. Supermarket 3 min away. The only thing was during my stay the laundry room was being worked on and I had to go outside to a laundry mat and they do not take credit card cash euros only...so a little inconvenience. Other ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

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San Marco Palace
San Marco Palace
4 out of 5
Piazza San Marco, Ponte dei Dai 875, Venice, VE
Stay at this 4-star residence in Venice. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (745 reviews)
"The room was spacious. Very clean. It’s a minute from Saint Mark Square. Very convenient."

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2025

San Marco Palace
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