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Venice: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour with Synagogues Visit

4.4(152)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 152 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy Walks In Europe
Venice: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour with Synagogues Visit

About this activity

A side of Venice most visitors never see: Explore the Cannaregio district and the historic Jewish Ghetto, far from the crowds and main tourist routes.

Deep cultural and historical insight: Go beyond dates and facts to understand Venice’s Jewish history through powerful stories, landmarks, and living traditions.

Visit the synagogues for a fuller experience, offering rare insight into sacred spaces.

Authentic local atmosphere: Walk through residential streets lined with artisan workshops, galleries, small shops, and traditional delis.

Hidden details with big meaning: Discover Campo del Ghetto Nuovo, founded in 1516, and its symbolic bas-reliefs—important sites that most Venice visitors miss entirely.

What's included

  • ✓Small group tour for a more intimate experience
  • ✓Professional local guide
  • ✓2-hour walking tour of the Ghetto
  • ✓Entry to historic synagogues (access organized with the Jewish Museum)

Not included

  • ✕Transport to/from the meeting point
  • ✕Interior visit to the Jewish Museum

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."

Good to know

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Please note that the synagogues visited may vary depending on the season, religious celebrations, and decisions of the local Jewish community.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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