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Venice: Jewish Ghetto Private Walking Tour

Venice, Italy
2hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Join a specialized local guide for a private walking tour of the Jewish Ghetto in Venice. This experience involves walking through the ghetto's streets to explore its historical significance and Jewish heritage. Visit notable sites such as the Deportation Memorial, the Levantine Synagogue, and the Jewish Museum of Venice, although entry to the museum is not included. This tour is suitable for those interested in history and culture, but it may not be ideal for individuals with mobility issues due to the walking involved.

Itinerary

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Ghetto Ebraico

Explore Jewish Venice and the Cannaregio district on a guided walking tour and discover what most visitors miss. Stroll through charming streets, uncover centuries of Jewish history, and taste the local culture. Visit Campo del Ghetto Nuovo, founded in 1516 as a fortified island. Learn how Venetian Jews were confined here and how the community solved overcrowding by building tenement blocks up to six stories high — an innovation in 16th-century Europe. Along the way, enjoy stories, landmarks, and hidden corners that bring Jewish Venice to life.

What's included / not included

Expert local guide with insider's knowledgePrivate tour for a customised experienceWalking tour at a relaxed pace
Interior visit of the synagogue or the museumLevantine Synagogue on Fridays

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • The Jewish Museum is under restoration and is closed for visits.
  • The Synagogue tour is delivered by the Jewish Museum. Your guide will provide the synagogue tickets.
  • Both men and women must wear clothing that covers the belly, shoulders, and knees in Synagogues.
  • Please note that carrying any type of weapon or sharp objects, such as a knife, is not allowed for this tour.
  • We kindly request that you arrive at the designated meeting point 5 to 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

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