Exclusive Private Venice Jewish Ghetto Tour: History, Symbols & Hidden Corners

Highlights

• Authorized Local Guide
• Jewish History & Culture
• Hidden Corners & Local Stories

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10min

   Let's start with an incredible view and the intro of our tour. The history of the Jewish Ghetto of Venice is quite complex, I will help you to have a better understanding of this place starting from the past to the daily life of nowadaysThe Jewish Ghetto tour of Venice is the right mix between the history that everyone should remember, hidden symbols, curiosities, details in a charming area of the Venice off the beaten paths! Explore Cannaregio, a lesser-known but magnificent corner of Venice with a private walking tour of the historical Jewish Ghetto of Venice, the first one of the world. Learn why and where the Serenissima forced to live Jewish residents under strict rules for centuries. I will show you the symbols of the ghettos and I’ll explain you the secrets of this area! Furthermore I’ll show you highlights and hidden gems of the northern part of Venice and why not… let’s taste together a local traditional Jewish cake. Highlights: – discover the origin of the word “ghetto” – How looked like this area during the Republic ? – Why Venice created the 1st Jewish Ghetto of the world? – Let’s discuss about the WW2 in Venice We can end this unique tour by enjoying a glass of wine from my favorite "bacaro" in Venice or tasting the best gelato in Venice. If you have any special requests, please let me know because this tour can be 100% tailored to your wishes.

2. 2

   Fondamenta Cannaregio

   20min

   Let's reach one of the three gates for entering to the ancient ghetto of Venice.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   15min

   Let's wander to Ghetto Vecchio (The so called old but... new Jewish Ghetto of Venice) and discover the Venetian origins of the word "ghetto". It is so surprising, trust me! We can try to speak a little bit of Venetian together discovering the highlights of this living part of the Ghetto. See two historic Sephardic Synagogues and hear the stories behind these must-see buildings. The other three Synagogues are located on the Ghetto Novo (the oldest area of the ghetto of Venice) If you want to add the synagogues inside please contact me! I can run tours inside them but the entrance is not always possible. Take a breath and admire the "skyscrapers" of Venice, why they are here? How was it possible? We will discover all the secrets of these buildings

4. 4

   Ghetto Ebraico

   20min

   We will wander through the oldest Jewish Ghetto in the world. Hear local stories and find out how these Venetians lived under oppression Find out about and view Stolpersteine (stumbling blocks) of the area, as I explain how the Holocaust has left a deep mark on Venice. We will speak about the incredible people used to live here and you will discover the links to the history of nowadays. We will see (from ouside) three ancient synagogues and the Holocaust monuments, special wells and the Chabad of Venice. If you want to add the visit to the synagogues please contact me.

5. 5

   Fondamenta Dei Ormesini

   15min

   We say goodbye and end our tour in a beloved part of Venice and of the local Cannaregio district. Now we can unwind and enjoy Venice!

6. 6

   Campiello L'anconeta

   10min

   Final stop, it is time to say goodbye. I'll give you all info and tips to keep on discovering the incredible Venice even without me but let's keep in touch!

7. 7

   Stop 7

   20min

   - ON REQUEST, not included in the standard tour - The Jewish Museum at the moment is closed but we can add the synagogues inside (I have the licence to run tours inside them). In case, if you want to add them contact me because these are available only some days and times. luciaveniceguide@gmail.com Entrance tickets not included

Before you go

Location