2 hour(s)
English
Included
€ 395
€ 363.40
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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Embark on a unique Jewish Ghetto tour in Venice to uncover the rich history, hidden symbols, and fascinating stories of this remarkable area. This is one of my favorite tours, blending essential historical insights with off-the-beaten-path gems and symbols not found in guidebooks. With a perfect mix of passion and charm, this tour offers a deeper understanding of the true Venice. If you’re looking to explore beyond the surface, this experience is for you!
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The Jewish Ghetto of Venice (Ghetto Ebraico) is a place of deep historical significance — this is where the very word “ghetto” originated. Established in 1516, it was the first area in the world where Jews were legally required to live, locked behind gates at night. Despite the restrictions, the community flourished here, preserving its traditions, faith, and culture for centuries. Today, it’s a peaceful and moving place to visit, with historic synagogues and a small museum that tell the powerful story of resilience and identity.
A quiet area in the greater urban Venice. Good food and a difference culture to appreciate as you wander the streets and waterways of this Ghetto in the larger area of Canarreggio. There are tours if you don't want to do your own research but the care as public toilets are few and far between. Not so much for children to appreciate as a visitor.
We took the Jewish Ghetto walking tour starting at 10:30. It was brilliant to see the place and understand the history of the place too. Was a much quieter part of Venice away from the hustle bustle of other parts of Venice. We came across many small restaurants to eat and drink which we went back to after the walk. Would definitely recommend the free walking tour, our guide Lucia was very knowledgeable and made it very interesting and fun
The Ghetto Ebraico in Venive is really amazing and not to be missed during a visit to Venice. So much history and interesting neighborhood. Talk to the people. Shop in the shops. Buy delicious baked goods from the bakery.
The history of the Jewish people and Venice can be seen while wondering around the Jewish Ghetto. From the wooden pillars and tunnel that lead you into the Ghetto to the various monuments and Synagogues of the area, the location is a must see while visiting Venice. We took a walking tour of the Jewish Ghetto to learn the history of the three islands that make up the Jewish Ghetto where tall buildings housed so many people in a small area of Venice. The area is off the beaten track and so worth a walk through.
