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Venice: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour with Synagogues Visit

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Venice, Italy

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Overview

*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

  • Synagogues Tour (led by the Jewish Museum)
  • Small group tour for a more intimate experience
  • 2-hour walking tour of the Ghetto
  • Transport to/from the meeting point
  • Interior visit to the Jewish Museum
  • Levantine Synagogue on Fridays
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Campo di Ghetto Nuovo
30121 Venezia VE, Italy

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What To Expect

Ghetto Ebraico - Comunità Ebraica di Venezia

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cannaregio

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Calle Ghetto Vecchio (Pass By)

This charming Ghetto Vecchio (Old Ghetto) teems with artisan workshops, galleries, shops, and delis and is best explored at a leisurely pace.
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Campo del Ghetto

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sinagoga Levantina (Pass By)

Walk past the Deportation Memorial, the Levantine Synagogue, and the Jewish Museum of Venice on this captivating Jewish Ghetto Venice Tour.
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The Spanish Synagogue

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sinagoghe e Museo Ebraico di Venezia (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.
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Ghetto Ebraico - Comunità Ebraica di Venezia

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venice: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour with Synagogues Visit?

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 (CEST). 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

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Synagogues Tour (led by the Jewish Museum)
  • Small group tour for a more intimate experience
  • 2-hour walking tour of the Ghetto
  • Professional local guide
  • Transport to/from the meeting point
  • Interior visit to the Jewish Museum
  • Levantine Synagogue on Fridays

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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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 (CEST).

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