*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.
Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. 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.. Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
We meet at Campo di Ghetto Nuovo. You will see a big square, and right in the center of it there is a black drinking fountain.
Your guide will be waiting for you there with a sign that says, "Walks in Europe."