We realize it's hard to tear yourself away from the glories of Venice if you are on a visit, but if you have a day to spare, consider a tour to Burano and Murano, a short ferry ride away from St. Mark's Square.

For a photo gallery of what will await you on these two islands, considered among the top ten most colorful towns in the world, check out our photo gallery tour at USAToday/10Best.com-Venice's Best Kept Secrets.