Quick Details
Adults (Ages 15 - 99)
Ghetto+Synagogues
€ 68
Youth (Ages 7 - 14)
Ghetto+Synagogues
€ 55
Children (Ages 3 - 6)
Ghetto+Synagogues
€ 34
Infants (Ages 0 - 2)
Ghetto+Synagogues
Free
Private Tour
Base price for 2 people
€ 450
Explore Jewish Venice and the Cannaregio District on a Venice Jewish Ghetto Tour
See a side of Venice that most visitors miss on this walking tour of the Jewish Ghetto and the Cannaregio district. Join a small-group tour for a leisurely stroll around landmarks such as the Deportation Memorial and the Synagogues, accompanied by stories that deepen your understanding of Venice’s Jewish history. Explore a wealth of stories and surprising landmarks that few visitors ever discover in Venice.
Begin in the Cannaregio district, now a handsome and intriguing residential area in the northern part of the city. You’ll immediately notice the historic Jewish influence as you enter, with yellow signs in both Hebrew and Italian directing you toward the Synagogue. This charming Ghetto Vecchio (Old Ghetto district) is teeming with artisan workshops, galleries, shops, and delis, all of which you will explore at a leisurely pace.
Cross the bridge into Campo del Ghetto Nuovo (New Ghetto Square), founded as a fortified island in 1516. Learn how and why Venetian Jews were confined to the island, which soon became densely populated. A solution to the overcrowding was found: the Venetian owners of the palaces built additional floors, reaching up to six stories high. This allowed more tax-paying Jews to be accommodated, as they were not permitted to own property or real estate.
Walk past the Deportation Memorial, the Levantine Synagogue, and the Jewish Museum of Venice on this small-group Jewish Ghetto tour. Peek inside the famous Antichità al Ghetto antique store.
One of the most significant highlights of your Jewish Ghetto Venice tour is a series of bas-reliefs in Campo del Ghetto Nuovo—and your guide will explain their importance. Sadly, it’s a sight many visitors to Venice overlook.
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 inside the Levantine Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue, accompanied by expert guides from the Jewish Museum. Although the museum itself is under restoration and closed to visitors, this in-depth tour of the synagogues provides an unparalleled opportunity to experience the rich heritage of Venice’s Jewish community.
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- Ghetto Vecchio (Old Ghetto)
- Campo del Ghetto Nuovo (New Ghetto Square)
- Deportation Memorial
- Jewish Museum (from outside)
- Antichità al Ghetto Antique Store
- Ghetto Gates
- Levantine Synagogue & Spanish Synagogue (by the Jewish Museum)
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- Explore the Cannaregio district and the Jewish Ghetto, areas that most visitors to Venice overlook.
- Learn about Venice’s historic Jewish heritage through stories of its past residents, iconic landmarks, and rich cultural traditions.
- See historic landmarks, including the Deportation Memorial, the Levantine Synagogue, and the Jewish Museum of Venice.
- Walk through charming residential areas, artisan workshops, galleries, shops, and delis, providing a glimpse into local life in Venice.
- Visit Campo del Ghetto Nuovo, a historic square from 1516 where Venetian Jews were confined, and see rare bas-reliefs often missed by visitors.
- Complete your experience with a guided visit to the Levantine and Spanish Synagogues, led by experts from the Jewish Museum.
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- 2-hour walking tour of the Ghetto
- Professional local guide
- Synagogues Entry
- Small groups or private tours
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- Transportation to/from attractions
- Interior visit to the Jewish Museum
- Levantine Synagogue on Fridays
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- Jewish Museum is under restoration and is closed for visits.
- The Synagogue tour is delivered by the Jewish Museum. Your guide will provide the synagogue tickets.
- Both men and women must wear clothing that covers the belly, shoulders, and knees in the Synagogue
- Please note that carrying any type of weapon or sharp objects, such as a knife, is not allowed for this tour.
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- Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
- Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
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We meet at Campo di Ghetto Nuovo. You will see a big square, right in the center of the square there is a waist-height, black drinking fountain. Your guide will be waiting for you there.