What You'll See
- Jewish Quarter - Venice's multicultural heritage
- Levantine and Spanish Synagogues - hidden landmarks of the Jewish community
- Venetian Ghetto - the historic Jewish district of Venice
- Jewish history in Venice - traditions and contributions to the city's development
What’s included
- Guided tour of Venice's Jewish Quarter
- Access to Levantina Synagogue (not available on Fridays afternoon)
- Access to the Spanish Synagogue (from Sundays to Thursdays)
- Access to the Italian Synagogue (on Fridays)
- Booking and handling costs
Not included
- Access to the Jewish Museum
- Transfer
Program Description
Discover one of Venice's most fascinating districts on a guided tour of the Jewish Quarter, a place that reflects the city's long tradition of multiculturalism and openness. This unique experience offers an insight into the rich heritage of Venice's Jewish community and its lasting influence on the city's history and culture.
During the tour, you will visit the Levantine Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue, discreetly hidden within buildings that appear to be ordinary residential houses from the outside. Their understated architecture reflects the unique history of the Jewish community that lived in Venice for centuries.
Your guide will introduce you to the story of the Venetian Ghetto, an area that originally housed the city's metal foundries before becoming the compulsory residential district for Venice's Jewish population in 1516. Along the way, you will learn about the daily lives of its residents and their significant contributions to the city's culture, commerce and development.
This walking tour offers a fascinating opportunity to understand the important role the Jewish community played in shaping Venice and why this historic district remains a symbol of the city's rich cultural diversity.
The order of the itinerary and the programme may be subject to change.
Important information
From Sundays to Thursdays the visits include the Levantina and Spanish Synagogues. On Fridays the visits include the Italian and the Levantina Synagogues.
Free entrance for children until 6 years old and carers of the disabled.
Meet your guide in front of the ticket office in Campo di Ghetto Nuovo.
Vouchers
- You'll receive your voucher via email, immediately after booking.
- To gain entry, you'll need to exchange it for the actual entrance ticket.
- Show your voucher to the local representative, who will issue your entrance ticket, or contact the tour operator for help (contact details are in your confirmation email and on the voucher).
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation is not allowed. read terms
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