Venice: Jewish Ghetto walking tour with time for Synagogues Tour, Jul 9th 1:00am, Venice, eventseeker

San Francesco del Deserto

*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.

Additional Information

INCLUSIONS:

Professional local guide

2-hour walking tour of the Ghetto

Small group tour for a more intimate experience

1 additional hour for the Synagogue tour (depending on option selected)

Entry/Admission - The Spanish Synagogue

EXCLUSIONS:

Transport to/from the meeting point

Interior visit to the Jewish Museum

Levantine Synagogue on Fridays

ADDITIONAL INFO:

Not wheelchair accessible

Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate

If you choose the Synagogue option: Both men and women must wear clothing that covers the belly, shoulders and knee.

Please note that carrying any type of weapon or sharp objects, such as a knife, is not allowed for this tour.

If you choose the option with the synagogue tour, your guide will provide the synagogue tickets.

On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

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.

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Venice: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour With Time For Synagogues Tour

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