Jewish Ghetto & Trastevere Walking Tour: Rome's Untold Stories & Hidden Gems

Highlights

• Jewish Ghetto & Trastevere
• Expert Guide & Untold Stories
• Food Recommendations

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Fontana Delle Tartarughe

   10min

   The Fontana delle Tartarughe, a late Renaissance fountain in Rome’s Piazza Mattei, features elegant bronze turtles added by Bernini, harmonizing with its delicate marble figures.

2. 2

   The Portico of Octavia

   5min

   The Portico d'Ottavia, built in the 2nd century BCE and later restored by Augustus, is a monumental gateway to Rome’s ancient Jewish Ghetto, blending history and archaeology.

3. 3

   Teatro di Marcello

   5min

   The Teatro di Marcello, an ancient Roman theater commissioned by Julius Caesar and completed by Augustus, resembles a smaller Colosseum and inspired later amphitheaters.

4. 4

   Tempio Maggiore di Roma

   5min

   The Tempio Maggiore di Roma, inaugurated in 1904, is the main synagogue of Rome, blending Art Nouveau and Assyro-Babylonian styles, symbolizing the resilience of the city's Jewish community.

5. 5

   Isola Tiberina

   5min

   Isola Tiberina, the only island in the Tiber River, has been a site of healing since ancient times, home to the historic Fatebenefratelli Hospital and the Temple of Aesculapius.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   15min

   Trastevere, one of Rome’s most charming districts, is known for its vibrant nightlife, medieval streets, and authentic Roman trattorias, offering a perfect blend of history and local culture.

7. 7

   Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere

   5min

   The Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere, one of Rome’s oldest churches, features stunning 12th-century mosaics and a serene atmosphere, reflecting the district’s rich medieval charm.

8. 8

   Piazza Trilussa

   5min

   Piazza Trilussa, a lively square in Trastevere, is a popular gathering spot featuring the 17th-century Fountain of Ponte Sisto and a statue of the Roman poet Trilussa.

Before you go

Location