Venice: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour and Synagogue Visit

Take a leisurely stroll in a small group to see landmarks and deepen your understanding of Venice's Jewish history. Enhance your experience by joining the Synagogues tour organized by the Jewish Museum.

Begin your Jewish Ghetto tour in the Cannaregio district, a fascinating residential area in the city's northern part. Explore the charming Ghetto Vecchio (Old Ghetto district), filled with artisan workshops, galleries, shops, and delis at a relaxed pace.

Cross the bridge into Campo del Ghetto Nuovo (New Ghetto Square), which was founded as a fortified island in 1516. Learn about the confinement of Venetian Jews to the island and how it became densely populated.

Next, learn from your guide as they point out one of the most significant highlights of the tour: a series of bas-reliefs in the Campo del Ghetto Nuovo – a sight that most visitors to Venice never see.

Walk past the Deportation Memorial, the Levantine Synagogue, and the Jewish Museum of Venice on this small-group Jewish Ghetto tour. Peek inside the famous Antichità al Ghetto antique store.

Step inside the Levantine Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue, accompanied by expert guides from the Jewish Museum. Although the Museum itself is under restoration and closed for visits, you can still visit the Levantine Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogues with their dedicated guides.

Then, discover how Napoleon's decision to tear down the gates of the Jewish Ghetto gave Jews the right to live anywhere in Venice. Visit a hub of Jewish culture with bakeries, restaurants, and handicraft stores.

Conclude your journey by exploring the Jewish Ghetto’s historic buildings, centuries-old landmarks, and the unique architecture that tells the story of resilience, tradition, and cultural identity in Venice.