Lagoon Tour

Take Hotel Cipriani’s private boat Shirley or another vessel on a tour across the islands of the Venetian lagoon. Personalise your tour or select from the following options.

Visit the home of exquisite blown glass and watch the experts in action. Take a factory tour before visiting the Church of St Maria and St Donata, prime examples of Byzantine architecture with captivating 12th-century mosaics.

With a history tied to its ornate lace production, today Burano is cherished for its colourful fishermen’s cottages. Stroll through the streets, pick up some artisan crafted mementos and sample the island’s famed pastries at local bakeries.

Torcello is where the earliest Venetians settled, with roots tracing back to 400 AD. Now only 15 people live here, spending their days fishing and farming. Visit the majestic Torcello Cathedral before exploring the many small islands found across the lagoon.