Burano is an island of the Venetian lagoon, and the city of Venice calls it the most colorful of the islands there. It suits travelers who like a small place to walk, with a lace museum, a leaning bell tower and a local dessert, the bussolà.
The lace makers’ live demonstrations require booking, and they take place in the morning. Carnevale is a three-day event in February. The weather facts below cover January through May.
At a glance
- Place: an island of the Venetian lagoon
- Main square: Piazza Baldassarre Galuppi
- Lace Museum: Piazza Galuppi 187, 30142 Burano – Venice
- Lace demonstrations: in the morning, booking required
- Local dessert: the bussolà
- Carnevale a Burano: three days of celebrations in February
Where is Burano and what is it like?
Burano is an island of the Venetian lagoon, and its postal address reads Burano – Venice. The city of Venice describes it as the most colorful of the lagoon islands.
Life centers on the main square, dedicated to Baldassare Galuppi. The church of San Martino Vescovo di Tours stands there, along with the Palazzo del Podestà. The church’s leaning bell tower makes a striking silhouette. From the island you can also cross a long ramp to Mazzorbo and enjoy its park.
The Lace Museum is housed in the historic palazzetto del Podestà di Torcello, on Piazza Galuppi. The island’s traditional dessert is the bussolà.
What is there to do in Burano?
The Lace Museum and the lace makers
It sits on the main square, so it is easy to find on foot.
In the morning you can watch the lace makers’ techniques in person. Visitors can see live demonstrations, and booking is required.
Plan the museum for the morning and reserve the demonstration before you go.
Piazza Galuppi and the leaning bell tower
The square is dedicated to Baldassare Galuppi.
It is a good place to start a walk.
The Lace Museum is on the same square, so the church, the tower and the museum fit into one stop.
Mazzorbo and the bussolà
A long ramp links Burano and Mazzorbo. Visitors can cross it to visit the island of Mazzorbo and enjoy the park.
Burano is famous for its traditional dessert, the bussolà. Try it during your visit to the island.
The crossing is a walk, so it works as an easy addition to a morning on Burano.
Carnevale a Burano
Carnevale a Burano lasts three days. It includes magic shows for children, music in the piazza, float parades and masked group parades along via Galuppi.
The float parade followed at 8:30 p.m., and music with TORMENTONI at 9:00 p.m.
Dates and times change from year to year. Check the official Carnevale program before you plan around a specific evening.
Children’s events at the library
Burano’s library offers a free workshop about Pinocchio for children aged 3 to 6. It also hosts a free event, ‘Le lacrime di Mangiafuoco’, for ages 9 to 13.
Both require booking, and places are taken until seats run out. Reserve early if you are traveling with children.
The island suits walkers who like lace, church squares and a short stroll to Mazzorbo. With children, the Carnevale shows and the library events are the draw.
Where to stay in Burano
Burano is one of the islands of the Venice Lagoon that form a territorial zone for the tourist tax. Check the rate when you book your lodging.
When should you go to Burano?
Spring is the gentlest stretch in the weather facts for Venice. May reaches a high of 72°F (22°C), and April reaches 63°F (17°C). April has 8 rainy days, and May has 8 as well, so bring a rain jacket.
Winter is colder and grayer. February is slightly milder, and Carnevale a Burano falls in February.
Travelers who dislike cold should avoid January. If you come for Carnevale, dress warmly for the evening parades. For March, April and May, plan on mild days and some rain.
What to know before visiting Burano
According to the U.S. State Department, U.S. citizens can stay in Italy for 90 days without a tourist or business visa.
- Passports must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. A 6-month validity is recommended. Passports must have 2 blank pages for entry stamp.
- You will need proof of sufficient funds and a return plane ticket.
- Italy sets a 10,000 euro currency limit on entry and on exit, or equivalent.
- There are no vaccination requirements to enter Italy.
- Travelers visiting Italy for business, tourism or study up to 90 days must fill out a “dichiarazione di presenza”.
Sources
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