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*Discover a lesser-known side of Venice: Explore the Cannaregio district and the Jewish Ghetto, areas that most visitors to Venice overlook.
*Learn about Venice’s Jewish history: The tour offers a deep understanding of the historic Jewish influence in the city, including stories of past residents, significant landmarks, and cultural traditions.
*Choose to include the Synagogues tour for an extra hour and complete your experience.
*Experience local culture: Walk through charming residential areas, artisan workshops, galleries, shops, and delis, providing a glimpse into local life in Venice.
*Explore a hidden niche of cultural life: The tour showcases the Campo del Ghetto Nuovo, a square that was founded as a fortified island in 1516 to confine Venetian Jews. Visitors get to see bas-reliefs, a sight that most visitors to Venice miss, and experience a unique cultural niche of the city.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet at Campo di Ghetto Nuovo. You will see a big square, and right in the center of it there is a black drinking fountain. Your guide will be waiting for you there with a sign that says, "Walks in Europe."
Itinerary
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Meet your expert local guide and join a small-group walking tour to explore the rich history of Venice's Jewish Ghetto and the Cannaregio district. Discover fascinating stories, wonderful food, and hidden landmarks that few visitors ever discover in Venice.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Continue to Cannaregio district, now a fascinating residential area in the northern part of the city. You’ll be aware of the historic Jewish influence the minute you enter this area, as yellow signs in Hebrew and Italian will direct you to the Synagogue.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
This charming Ghetto Vecchio (Old Ghetto) teems with artisan workshops, galleries, shops, and delis and is best explored at a leisurely pace.
Admission ticket free -
3
Cross the bridge into Campo del Ghetto Nuovo (New Ghetto Square), founded as a fortified island in 1516. Hear how and why the Venetian Jews were confined to the island, which became densely populated. One of the most significant highlights of your Jewish Ghetto Venice tour is a series of bas-reliefs in the Campo del Ghetto Nuovo–and your guide will tell you why. Sadly, it’s a sight most visitors to Venice often miss.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Walk past the Deportation Memorial, the Levantine Synagogue, and the Jewish Museum of Venice on this captivating Jewish Ghetto Venice Tour.
Admission ticket free -
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Visit the Levantine Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue, where expert guides from the Jewish Museum provide in-depth insight into the rich heritage of Venice’s Jewish community.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
Although the museum itself is under restoration and closed to visitors, this exclusive visit offers a rare opportunity to experience the city's Jewish legacy firsthand.
Admission ticket free -
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Learn how Napoleon tore down the gates of the Jewish Ghetto, finally granting Jews the right to live anywhere in this grand “Floating City.” Although only a small percentage of present-day residents are Jewish, the district remains rich in Jewish culture, with bakeries, restaurants, and handicraft stores. This hidden cultural niche in Venice will come vividly to life as your local guide leads you from one fascinating corner to the next. Conclude your journey by exploring the Jewish Ghetto’s historic buildings, centuries-old landmarks, and the unique architecture that tells the story of resilience, tradition, and cultural identity in Venice.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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.
- Your guide will provide the synagogue tickets.
- We kindly request that you arrive at the designated meeting point 5 to 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
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Additional info
- 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.
- Your guide will provide the synagogue tickets.
- We kindly request that you arrive at the designated meeting point 5 to 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has started.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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