Jewish Ghetto and Cannareggio Private Tour in Venice

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Unveiling the Hidden Gems of Venice: A Journey Through Cannaregio & the Jewish Ghetto.
Venice is a city of endless wonders, but beyond the bustling crowds of San Marco and the Rialto Bridge lies a quieter, more authentic side—where history whispers through narrow alleyways and centuries-old traditions come alive.
Why Choose this tour:
✅ The Jewish Ghetto Like Never Before – Walk through the world’s first ghetto founded in the 1516 and see where Shakespeare’s Shylock once walked. Hear how Venetian Jews transformed oppression into innovation.
✅Stroll through the charming Cannareggio district & uncover its fascinating stories of life, culture & community. Your guide will lead you through hidden streets, bridges, churches & palaces, all while sharing the secrets of Venice's past.
Stroll the Fondamenta della Misericordia & discover Tintoretto’s hidden masterpieces in Madonna dell’Orto, a Gothic gem few tourists see.
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What's Included

Professional and local guide
2 hours private guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At Ponte delle Guglie - Canale di Cannareggio 30121 - on the side of the Jewish Ghetto

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Your tour starts directly in Cannaregio where you will meet your guide for your 2 hours walking private tour. Your guide is an expert and knows Venice in all its alleys. Walking through Cannaregio and the little alleys of the Jewish Ghetto, you will discover a different Venice, a Venice that is not recounted in the classical tour. Cannaregio is one of the most populated sestrieri of Venice. Its name maybe comes from the name of a Canal that cross the borough. The name of the Canal is Regio and from here the name of the sestriere. During your walk you will be able to admire palaces, bridges, churches.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    In this sestriere, there is the Jewish Ghetto. Here we can still admire synagogues and you can also decide to visit the Great Synagogue after the tour. You can also decide to visit the Museum on your own. Your guide will give you an overview of the Jewish culture and traditions. She will explain the architecture and history of the sestriere of Cannareggio.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please note: the tour doesn't include the visit of Synagogue. It is an outdoor tour.
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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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