Venice: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour with Synagogues Visit
Features
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
2 hours
- Small group tour for a more intimate experience
- Professional local guide
- 2-hour walking tour of the Ghetto
- Included visits of the Levantine and Spanish Synagogues
- Transport to/from the meeting point
- Interior visit to the Jewish Museum
- Levantine Synagogue on Fridays
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Both men and women must wear clothing that covers the belly, shoulders and knee in the Synagogue.
- Please note that carrying any type of weapon or sharp objects, such as a knife, is not allowed for this tour.
A side of Venice most visitors never see: Explore the Cannaregio district and the historic Jewish Ghetto, far from the crowds and main tourist routes.
Deep cultural and historical insight: Go beyond dates and facts to understand Venice’s Jewish history through powerful stories, landmarks, and living traditions.
Visit the synagogues...
- Duration 2 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 12 people in the group
- 1
Calle del Magazzen
Join an expert local guide on a small-group or private Jewish Ghetto walking tour in Venice, exploring the historic Cannaregio district and the world’s oldest Jewish Ghetto, founded in 1516.
Cross into Campo del Ghetto Nuovo and learn how Venetian Jews were confined to this fortified island, creating a densely...- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Local Guide Included
- 2
Cannaregio
Continue into the Cannaregio district, a lively residential area in northern Venice known for its authentic local atmosphere. The historic Jewish presence is immediately visible, with yellow signs in Hebrew and Italian guiding you toward the synagogues hidden within the neighborhood.
- Duration 15 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 3
Calle Ghetto Vecchio
The charming Ghetto Vecchio (Old Ghetto) is best explored at a leisurely pace, with its artisan workshops, galleries, small shops, and traditional delis bringing the neighborhood to life.
- Duration 15 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 4
The Spanish Synagogue
Visit the Spanish Synagogue in Venice, established by Sephardic Jews who settled in the city after their expulsion from Spain in the late 15th century.
It has an elegant Baroque interior rich in symbolism and Sephardic tradition. Today, it is one of the most important synagogues in Venice and a...- Duration 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 5
Calle Ghetto Vecchio
Visit the Levantine Synagogue in Venice, established by Levantine Jewish merchants from the Eastern Mediterranean. It is known for its richly decorated interior, elevated bimah, and traditional design.
Still an active place of worship, the Levantine Synagogue is one of the most important sites for understanding Venice’s Jewish history, religious...- Duration 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 6
Campo di Ghetto Nuovo
Although the museum itself is under restoration and closed to visitors, these exclusive visits to the synagogues offer a rare opportunity to experience the city's Jewish legacy firsthand.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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