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Exclusive Private Venice Jewish Ghetto Tour

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Venice, Italy
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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Exclusive Private Jewish Ghetto Tour
Discover the oldest Jewish Ghetto in the world on a walking tour led by a licensed local guide with special authorization from the Jewish Community
This is a must-do tour in Venice and the most in-depth Jewish Ghetto experience you can book. It perfectly blends essential history that should never be forgotten with hidden symbols, local stories, and charming corners you won’t find in guidebooks.
We’ll walk through the heart of the Jewish Ghetto and Cannaregio, where you’ll learn why the Serenissima Republic confined the Jews here, the strict rules they lived under and how they preserved their identity for centuries. Along the way, you’ll uncover fascinating details known mostly by local sand even learn why the word “ghetto” comes from a Venetian term
If you want to truly understand the real Venice, beyond the crowds and clichés, this tour is for you. Optional synagogue visits for an immersive, meaningful, experience, one of Venice’s hidden highlights

What's Included

  • Many tips and suggestion to fall in love with Venice
  • Italian and English speaking local guide
  • Local guide in love with the area
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities
  • Synagogues are not included. Contact me for a tailored tour; I'm licensed to guide visits there
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Campo San Geremia
30121 Venezia VE, Italy

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End point

Campiello de l'Anconeta
30121 Venezia VE, Italy

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Campo San Geremia

Let's start with an incredible view and the intro of our tour. The history of the Jewish Ghetto of Venice is quite complex, I will help you to have a better understanding of this place starting from the past to the daily life of nowadaysThe Jewish Ghetto tour of Venice is the right mix between the history that everyone should remember, hidden symbols, curiosities, details in a charming area of the Venice off the beaten paths! Explore Cannaregio, a lesser-known but magnificent corner of Venice with a private walking tour of the historical Jewish Ghetto of Venice, the first one of the world. Learn why and where the Serenissima forced to live Jewish residents under strict rules for centuries. I will show you the symbols of the ghettos and I’ll explain you the secrets of this area! Furthermore I’ll show you highlights and hidden gems of the northern part of Venice and why not… let’s taste together a local traditional Jewish cake. Highlights: – discover the origin of the word “ghetto” – How looked like this area during the Republic ? – Why Venice created the 1st Jewish Ghetto of the world? – Let’s discuss about the WW2 in Venice We can end this unique tour by enjoying a glass of wine from my favorite "bacaro" in Venice or tasting the best gelato in Venice. If you have any special requests, please let me know because this tour can be 100% tailored to your wishes.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fondamenta Cannaregio

Let's reach one of the three gates for entering to the ancient ghetto of Venice.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Calle Ghetto Vecchio

Let's wander to Ghetto Vecchio (The so called old but... new Jewish Ghetto of Venice) and discover the Venetian origins of the word "ghetto". It is so surprising, trust me! We can try to speak a little bit of Venetian together discovering the highlights of this living part of the Ghetto. See two historic Sephardic Synagogues and hear the stories behind these must-see buildings. The other three Synagogues are located on the Ghetto Novo (the oldest area of the ghetto of Venice) If you want to add the synagogues inside please contact me! I can run tours inside them but the entrance is not always possible.Take a breath and admire the "skyscrapers" of Venice, why they are here? How was it possible? We will discover all the secrets of these buildings
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ghetto Ebraico

We will wander through the oldest Jewish Ghetto in the world. Hear local stories and find out how these Venetians lived under oppression Find out about and view Stolpersteine (stumbling blocks) of the area, as I explain how the Holocaust has left a deep mark on Venice. We will speak about the incredible people used to live here and you will discover the links to the history of nowadays.We will see (from ouside) three ancient synagogues and the Holocaust monuments, special wells and the Chabad of Venice. If you want to add the visit to the synagogues please contact me.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fondamenta Dei Ormesini

We say goodbye and end our tour in a beloved part of Venice and of the local Cannaregio district. Now we can unwind and enjoy Venice!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Campiello L'anconeta

Final stop, it is time to say goodbye. I'll give you all info and tips to keep on discovering the incredible Venice even without me but let's keep in touch!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sinagoghe e Museo Ebraico di Venezia

- ON REQUEST, not included in the standard tour - The Jewish Museum at the moment is closed but we can add the synagogues inside (I have the licence to run tours inside them). In case, if you want to add them contact me because these are available only some days and times. [email protected] Entrance tickets not included
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive Private Venice Jewish Ghetto Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Many tips and suggestion to fall in love with Venice
  • Italian and English speaking local guide
  • Local guide in love with the area
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities
  • Synagogues are not included. Contact me for a tailored tour; I'm licensed to guide visits there

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

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