Venice Islands

Within the mere miles of the Venice Lagoon Islands is a sense of historical significance and beauty that Venice goers typically do not fathom prior to the city of canals. Although some may not fit the part in modern day, the several of the islands surrounding famed Venice served important roles in Italy’s development.

Today, visitors can hop on a boat and enjoy various islands and today’s existing towns—one of the most popular choices being the glass-making island of Murano, located on near the northern shore. Murano, aside from its industry, also sports an impressive canal-sides, delightful lighthouse and of course, the 12th-century Veneto-Byzantine Basilica dei Santi Maria e Donato. 

Another of the lagoons famous islands, Burano, is known best for its charming canal-lined fisherman’s homes, each painted as brightly as the Venetian sky, and with an atmosphere that is intrinsically unique. 

Also be sure to visit the beautiful, yet abandoned islands of Mazzorbo, San Giorgio Maggiore and the more popular Torcello.

Practical Info

Getting around the lagoon islands is not much of a challenge once you are in beautiful Venice. Day trips out of the city are almost always available, so feel free to take one of the many waterbuses or ferries to make your way around.