Murano Glass blowing class

Discover the ancient art of Murano glassblowing in our Beginner Furnace Workshop on the island of Murano. Over a 2–3 hour session, you’ll learn the fundamentals of handling molten glass and create your very own masterpiece under the guidance of a Master Glassblower.

About the experience

Guided by a real Master Glassblower, you’ll explore a working furnace, learn the secrets of ancient Venetian techniques, and get hands-on with hot glass to create your very own Murano artwork.

No experience needed—just curiosity and the desire to create something truly unique. From the first spark of the furnace to the final shape of your handmade piece, this is more than a class: it’s a journey into fire, art, and centuries of craftsmanship.

Approximately 2-3 hour
From 360€ per person
Create your glass flower, tumbler, vase, or plate
The workshop is held in English
Book Your Spot Now!
Book Your Spot Now!

What you’ll actually do — Step by Step

Live Demonstration
Before you begin, you’ll watch a live glassblowing demo by one of our masters. They’ll show you how molten glass is shaped, step by step — an inspiring introduction to the process and techniques.
Step inside the furnace

After a warm welcome, you’ll enter the working area of the furnace and get familiar with the tools, materials, and workspace. The team will explain safety basics and show you how to handle the blowpipe and hot glass with confidence.
No experience necessary — we guide you throughout.

Blow your first shape
With the support of a master glassblower, you’ll gather molten glass on the pipe and learn how to blow air into it. You’ll explore how heat, breath, and movement affect the shape — always under close guidance.
Shape, refine, and finish
Once your piece begins to take form, you’ll use simple tools to shape it: you can pinch, stretch, flatten, or smooth it while it stays warm. At this stage, you’ll be creating your own glass flower, tumbler/vase, or plate.
Cooling & collection
Your finished object will be placed in a special oven to cool down gradually and safely. You’ll receive your handmade creation after the session (or we can arrange shipping), complete with a certificate of authenticity.

What our guests say

Useful Information

Before joining the workshop, please take note of a few important details to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone:

Maximum 6 participants

To guarantee a personal and exclusive atmosphere, each session is reserved for a private group and limited to a maximum of 6 participants.

No experience necessary
The activity is designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike; you’ll be guided step by step by our masters.
Dress code
Closed shoes and jeans are mandatory for your safety inside the furnace.
Children policy
For security reasons, kids under 14 years old can attend for free, but they are not allowed to handle hot glass.

Ready to get your hands on hot glass in Venice?

Step into the furnace and create your own Murano masterpiece — no experience needed.
Book Your Spot Now!

How to reach us?

If you’re in Venice, don’t miss the chance to visit us and live a unique glass experience in our Murano furnace. Just a short vaporetto ride from the city center, you’ll step inside the world of Venetian glassmaking, watch our masters at work, and create your own piece of art.

We are located at Fondamenta San Giovanni dei Battuti 4b, 30141, Murano, Venice Italy.

Want to travel by waterbus?

If you decide to come with ACTV public services

from Venice – line 12, 3, 4.1, 4.2 – stop ‘Murano Faro’.

from Burano, Vignole, Treporti, Punta Sabbioni – line 12, 13 – stop ‘Murano Faro’.

Get off at the ‘MURANO FARO’ stop and walk a couple of minutes on the right, past the lighthouse, along the bank Sn Giovanni dei Battuti to house number 4B.
Our furnace is called ‘Original Murano Glass OMG’.

Want to travel by water taxi?

We can also organise a water TAXI service to take you directly to our glassworks from your location in Venice.
The cost is approximately 100euro for a maximum of 10 people (to be paid directly to the taxi driver on board, we do not charge for the service). We have a reserved landing in front of the entrance to the glassworks. If you decide to book a TAXI our customer support will contact you for organisational details.