Small Group Tour: Venice Jewish Ghetto - History & Secrets

Highlights

• Passionate Local Guide
• Historic Jewish Ghetto
• Origin of the Word Ghetto

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Stop 1

   15min

   Let's discover a hidden garden and the unexpected story of a venetian family Please let me know of kids will join the tour I have special material for them!

2. 2

   Fondamenta Cannaregio

   15min

   Let's stop in front of one of the few real Venetian canals and let's start to immerse yourself in the life of the 16 century passing through one of the entrances / exits of the Gheto Vechio

3. 3

   Stop 3

   10min

   Let' learn the history behind the word "ghetto" did you know it is Venetian (not Italian) :) ? Let' speak Venetian with me!

4. 4

   Stop 4

   20min

   An unusual stroll to discover all the secrets of the first Jewish Ghetto of the world. Avoid the tourist trail and explore an authentic, lesser known but incredible well preserved area of Venice enjoying the secret corners of the city on the water. Discover with me this very old section of Venice and learn why the Serenissima Republic forced the Jewish community to live under strict rules and how they lived for centuries. Did you know that the word "ghetto" is coming from a local venetian word ? I will help you to recognize the hidden synagogues and I will give you insights into the tragedy of the Nazi deportation and how the Holocaust left a deep mark on my beloved city. Let's stop in front of the oldest pawn shop in Venice, I will explain you why it is not to be missed. And then ? We will explore together the sestier of Cannaregio, with its beautiful streets and the venetian "skyscrapers", we will cross beautiful bridges draped in the local's laundry, Italian style.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   30min

   I will show you incredible details of the history of the pastthat pew people recognize. I will help you to discover the sinagogues (from outside) and their unique and different stories and legends. Do you know the name of the most famous Venetian man? Let's immerse yourself in the Merchant of Venice athmosphere!

6. 6

   Fondamenta Dei Ormesini

   15min

   We will end this unique experience by enjoying a glass of wine from my favorite bacaro in Venice or the best gelato in town or the unmissible Cannaregio coffee according to the time and season (and age!) This fondamenta in front of the water is the most famous place for meeting locals and relaxing, eating and drinking together! Beautiful and still authentic ! I'll be sure to show you all of the highlights, symbols and secrets along the way! So let's get to know Cannaregio a neighborhood not only rich in history and religious heritage but beautiful and relaxing

Before you go

Location