Photo: Abxbay, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
At a glance
- Type
- Museum
- Period
- Modern era, 1978
- Protection
- Italian national heritage
- Coordinates
- 45°29′05″ N, 12°25′07″ E
- Address
- Piazza Baldassare Galuppi, 30142 Venezia
About
The Lace Museum (in Italian: Museo del merletto) is located at the historic palace of Podestà of Torcello, in Galuppi square, on the island of Burano, near Venice, Italy.
The palace was seat of the famous Burano Lace School from 1872 to 1970.
Rare and precious pieces offer a complete overview of the history and artistry of the Venetian and lagoon's laces, from its origins to the present day are on display, in a picturesque setting decorated in the typical colors of the island.
Re-opened to the public in June 2011 after extensive restoration works, the Lace Museum offers a complete overview of the laces of Venice and islands and is one of the 11 civic museums managed by the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia.
Text from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0. Full article: «Burano Lace Museum».
Timeline
- 1978Founded
- 1981Opened
Events and people from Wikidata (CC0).
Photos
Getting there
Venezia Santa LuciaTrain, nearest
9.0 km as the crow flies
Burano Lace MuseumPiazza Baldassare Galuppi, 30142 Venezia
Burano300 m
Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia5.8 km
Distances are as the crow flies, not walking or driving.
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Nearby
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- Free 1st Sunday
- Free 1st Sunday
- UNESCO
Frequently asked questions
Where is Burano Lace Museum?
Burano Lace Museum is in Venice, in the province of Venezia (Veneto), Italy. Address: Piazza Baldassare Galuppi, 30142 Venezia. GPS coordinates: 45.48472, 12.41861.
What are the opening hours of Burano Lace Museum?
According to OpenStreetMap the opening hours are: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00–16:00. Always check the official website before your visit.
How much does it cost to visit Burano Lace Museum?
There is an admission charge. Up-to-date prices are on the official website.
Is Burano Lace Museum wheelchair accessible?
According to OpenStreetMap data, the site is wheelchair accessible.
How old is Burano Lace Museum?
Wikidata dates it to 1978.
What else is there to see near Burano Lace Museum?
Nearby you’ll find: Sant'Antonio (1.1 km away), Saint John the Evangelist Abbey (1.2 km away), Monastery of San Tommaso dei Borgognoni (1.2 km away).
Sources and licences
Text. Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Data. Wikidata (CC0); opening hours and contacts OpenStreetMap (ODbL).
Photos. Wikimedia Commons, author and licence on every image.
Credits for the 7 photos
- Burano Museo del Merletto — Abxbay, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Burano-(Venedig)-2025-msu-6697- — Matthias Süßen, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Burano-msu-2021-6697- — Matthias Süßen, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Musée de la Dentelle Burano — Lolo7433, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Museo del Merletto — Ethan Doyle White, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Museum of Lace (Burano) 01 — Derbrauni, CC BY 4.0
- Piazza Baldassarre Galuppi - panoramio (3) — Mister No, CC BY 3.0
Updated 28 October 2026. All sources and licences