"Glass Blowers Supreme" Murano Tip by painterdave

Everyone has heard about the glass made in Venice. The island where it is blown is called Murano. There are several business fronts that cater to tourists, and you will see an entrance sign with crafts made there for sale to the tourists.
This is the real thing, not the glass souvenirs made in China and brought over to be sold to the unknowing visitors. So expect higher prices, but for a good reason.
In these businesses you can view a demonstration of glass blowing. It can be very hot inside during the summer months, and refreshing in the cold winter. They will demonstrate how the shape a vase and sometimes you will see them make a mistake, as I think that these men are kind of training. I am sure the real experts are not wasting their time doing demonstrations.

Address: The boat docks at these shops
Directions: Take a vaporetto over from Venice