Private Guided Tour of the Jewish Quarter in Rome

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Discover the hidden secrets of Rome’s Jewish Quarter, one of the oldest Jewish ghettos of all times. See historic synagogues and Jewish heritage sites such as the Great Synagogue. Learn about Jewish history and culture in the era of early Christianity.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit the Old Jewish Quarter in Rome with the Jewish History Guide
- See the Great Synagogue and other Jewish heritage sites
- Immerse yourself in the history of one of the oldest ghettos in the world
- Learn about WWII and the Holocaust in Italy
- Enjoy an exclusive Jewish tour tailored to your needs and interests

Rome’s Jewish Quarter is one of the oldest ghettos in the world. You can now discover its best-kept secrets on a private walking tour with an Expert Guide. Discover Jewish heritage sites and historic synagogues in the heart of Rome’s Old Town. Hear the story of Jews in Italy, from the pre-Christian Roman period, through persecution, expulsions and the Holocaust to the present day.

What's Included

Tips for the best kosher restaurants and Jewish shops
Private walking tour of the historic Jewish sites and synagogues in Rome
A special tour program tailored to your needs and interests
Expert commentary on the Jewish history of Rome
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Otivm Hotel

Meet your guide in front of the Otivm Hotel, Via d'Aracoeli, 11A, 00186 Roma RM, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
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    Otivm Hotel

    Meet your guide in front of the Otivm Hotel, Via d'Aracoeli, 11A, 00186 Roma RM, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
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    Jewish Community Of Rome

    On this walking tour you will follow the path of Jewish people who migrated to Rome during the period of the Roman Empire. You will learn about the Jewish-Roman wars, the dispersal from Judea, and the persecutions and expulsions during the rise of Christianity. The guide will also tell you about the Holocaust and how it affected the local Jewish community in modern times. The Jewish Quarter is hidden between Tiber river and Venezia square, in the heart of ancient Rome. You will pass the monumental Altar of the Fatherland and Teatro Marcello to find the small Church of San Gregorio della Divina Pietà where Jews had to take part in “forced sermons” in an attempt to convert them to Christianity. Nearby is the imposing Tempio Maggiore (Great Synagogue), which was built after the ghetto was liquidated, and the Portico of Octavia, an ancient walkway originally built in the 2nd century B.C.

    1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Rosotravel - Italy City Tour

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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