Murano Glass Blowing demonstration: Experience Authentic Craftsmanship at The Glass Cathedral
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108 Ratings
Murano
Experience the authentic craftsmanship of Murano Glass Blowing at The Glass Cathedral. Watch the masters at work as they create stunning pieces before your eyes in a unique XIIth century Church setting.
Duration:
25 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- The Glass Cathedral - Santa Chiara - Join us for a remarkable and spectacular show of the Glass Masters of “The Glass Cathedral” which is dedicated to the love of working with Murano Glass and to the creation of endearing symbols of love by precision glass-making. You will have a chance to see first-hand the beauty and ambiance of our historic building which was once the church “Former church of Santa Chiara”. You will be surrounded by soft music and the beautiful works of Murano Glass. Here, you will be able to observe the masters at work and watch as they create two original pieces before your eyes. The show is 25-minutes long. You may have a drink while enjoying our glass blowing show.
What's Included
- The Glass Masters show
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Guide
What's Not Included
- Drinks excluded
Additional Information
Embark on a captivating and extraordinary display by the Glass Masters from ‘The Glass Cathedral,’ an establishment dedicated to the art of Murano Glass. Experience the most comprehensive glass-blowing demonstration on the Murano island, set in a unique atmosphere of a former 12th-century church that became a glass factory as early as 1826. Amid soothing music and mesmerizing Murano Glass artworks, witness the mastery of the artisans as they craft two unique pieces right before you. This 25-minute visual marvel can be further enjoyed with a glass of fine Prosecco or your favorite drink during your visit with us.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- No minimum age required
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Location
The Glass Cathedral - Santa Chiara
Fondamenta Daniele Manin 1, Church Santa Chiara
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(108 Ratings)
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Jennysreid
Feb 10, 2024
Absolutely excellent - This was so well done! I felt inspired by the skill of the glass maker. Initially there is a good voice over explaining the building and its journey to become a glass manufacturer and then an explanation of why glass came to Murano in the first place. When the demonstration begins properly there is a music track to accompany, what becomes almost performance art.
I was engrossed as were the other people around me. The glass blower really engaged with the children in the audience and their obvious enjoyment at the magic of it all was heart warming.
I thoroughly enjoyed the whole process
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Alexandrars9576gs
Jan 30, 2024
The highlight of our Murano trip!!! - The demonstration and the location was amazing. My daughter was fascinate. Also great music it really takes you in to the show.
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Kathrynandn
Dec 2, 2023
Great overall experience - A stunning and unique building to look around before/after the glass blowing demonstration.
The glass blowing was amazing and a recorded audio was very interesting and helpful. We were shown more than one glass item being made, giving a full appreciation of the skills involved.
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Ken_h
Nov 27, 2023
Very cool! - We thoroughly enjoyed our time with the glass cathedral. The demonstration was really informative and interesting. The venue was also beautiful. It was well worth the time.
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Annika_n
Nov 19, 2023
Don't miss is - Fantastic demonstration, all the staff were so friendly and welcoming, beautiful building, and great cocktails at the bar too!
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Juliate2683gp
Nov 11, 2023
Great experience - I have visited this glass blowing show twice. Great experience, super nice staff, beautiful cathedral, I recommend it to everyone who visits Venezia/Murano and i will surely come back again
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Goniap512
Nov 6, 2023
Great :) - This place is great, very nice woman at the front desk, very helpful.
The show wonderful, interesting, prople very open and kind for children.
Worth to go !
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Martine-tatiana
Oct 24, 2023
Glass master show - The show in the Cathedral is very impressive and well done. We were under the charm of the glass master, his ability and creativity. Such an unforgettable experience, surrounded with nice music in this great Cathedral. I can highly reccomend.
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Julieng23
Oct 11, 2023
Great experience! - We were so happy we booked the glass show there. The place itself is beautiful and the 25 minutes show with the glass master was so impressive. Highly recommended!
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Daramarkb
Nov 26, 2023
eh - eh. you can see just as good a demonstration in many of the factories around the island...many for free.
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