Venice: Jewish Ghetto Private Walking Tour

Duration2h

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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Take advantage of the expertise of your specialized local guide on this private walking tour in Venice. Discover the Jewish Ghetto and learn about its rich history. See surprising landmarks that few visitors ever discover. Walk the streets of the ghetto to understand the Jewish presence in Venice. See the Deportation Memorial, the Levantine Synagogue, and the Jewish Museum of Venice (from the outside).

What's included

Expert local guide with insider's knowledge
Private tour for a customised experience
Walking tour at a relaxed pace

Interior visit of the synagogue or the museum
Levantine Synagogue on Fridays

What to expect

Walks In Europe- Venice
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Your local guide will carefully plan your private Jewish Ghetto Venice tour so that you don’t miss anything important as you navigate through this beautiful and often-missed area of Venice.
Ghetto Ebraico
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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.
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Continue to the Cannaregio district, now a fascinating residential area in the northern part of the city. You’ll be aware of the historic Jewish influence the minute you enter this area, where yellow signs in Hebrew and Italian direct you towards the Synagogue. This charming Ghetto Vecchio (Old Ghetto) teems with artisan workshops, galleries, shops, and delis and is best explored at a leisurely pace.
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Stroll by the Deportation Memorial, the Levantine Synagogue, and the Jewish Museum of Venice during your small-group Jewish Ghetto tour. Browse the renowned Antichità al Ghetto antique store, then enter the Levantine and Spanish Synagogues with special access arranged by the Jewish Museum. While the Museum remains closed for restoration, the synagogues welcome visitors, offering an authentic insight into Venice’s Jewish heritage. Hear the story of how Napoleon removed the ghetto gates, allowing Jews to live freely throughout Venice. Immerse yourself in a lively district filled with Jewish bakeries, restaurants, and artisanal shops. End your tour surrounded by the Ghetto’s historic buildings and centuries-old landmarks, where distinctive architecture reflects a legacy of resilience, tradition, and cultural identity.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet at Campo di Ghetto Nuovo. You will see a big square, and right in the center of it there is a black drinking fountain. Your guide will be waiting for you there with a sign that reads, "Walks in Europe."

End point

We meet at Campo di Ghetto Nuovo. You will see a big square, and right in the center of it there is a black drinking fountain. Your guide will be waiting for you there with a sign that reads, "Walks in Europe."

Additional information

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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.