Tour Details
Duration
2 hours
Product Type
Tour
Venues
- Venice Jewish Synagogue
- Cannaregio Neighborhood
Photos & Highlights
- Get an inside look at the Jewish community of Venice, both past and present
- Led by a scholar of history
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Tour Description
On this two-hour tour of the Jewish ghetto in Venice, you'll look at one of the oldest, most enduring Jewish cultures in Europe, examining its amazing history with a local scholar of Jewish history. Along with your expert guide, you'll visit sites of historical importance throughout Venice's deeply important Jewish ghetto, including two synagogues, developing an appreciation for both the plight and contributions Italian Jews have made throughout the centuries.
A Thriving Community
The Jewish community in Venice is still alive and flourishing. Thus, our Venice Jewish ghetto tour offers the opportunity to interact with the new generation of scholars and devotees while exploring the history and customs of a little-known aspect of Venetian culture.
Jewish History Throughout Venice
You will begin your tour with an introduction to the ghetto, the home of the Jewish Venetian community so vividly depicted in Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice. We will then spend time visiting the synagogue, which brings special insight to the ghetto and its religious traditions, as well as view two moving memorials to Italian Jews lost in World Wars I and II. Your tour will conclude by spending additional time exploring the ghetto. Founded in 1516, its serene nature has entranced visitors and locals alike for centuries, providing a respite from the city's many bustling streets.
FAQ
Will you pre-purchase tickets? Due to venue restrictions, we currently have to pre-purchase tickets for the Jewish Synagogue to ensure you're able to take part in the guided visit. Please note that there are currently limited tickets available.
Will we visit the Museum on this tour?
Unfortunately, the museum has been closed for restoration since 2021. We hope it reopens soon but can assure you that your experience will not be impacted by this as you'll still be able to explore the Synagogue and Jewish Ghetto neighborhoods.
Do you reserve headsets for this tour?
Will we visit the Museum on this tour?
Unfortunately, the museum has been closed for restoration since 2021. We hope it reopens soon but can assure you that your experience will not be impacted by this as you'll still be able to explore the Synagogue and Jewish Ghetto neighborhoods.
Do you reserve headsets for this tour?
Depending on your group size, we may be required by the venue to order headsets in which case you’ll see a “Headset Fee” added to your order.
Is this tour suitable for clients with mobility issues?
This tour doesn’t cover extensive territory, however, it does involve some stairs, therefore, it isn’t suitable for clients in wheelchairs.
Is this tour suitable for clients with mobility issues?
This tour doesn’t cover extensive territory, however, it does involve some stairs, therefore, it isn’t suitable for clients in wheelchairs.
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138 Reviews
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Paola was lovely and very informative. The entrance to the temple having to be with a large group was not so great for us. Although we gained access to the two temples which was great, that part of the tour ended up being redundant of much of what we learned with Paola. I feel some better coordination of what is discussed outside the temple and the. Inside might better this tour. Even the bits the temple guide went over in the plaza were that same to what Context gave. Perhaps there is not a lot of material to share for a small area.
Audrey
Reviewed on:
May 8, 2023
It was wonderful learning Venetian history and understanding the history of the Ghetto. Elena was amazing. She was knowledgeable and had perfect timing on her explanations. Thank you Elena and thank you Context.
Arsenio
Reviewed on:
Feb 26, 2023
Matteo was GREAT. He was knowledgeable and interesting. The tour is overpriced and too long for what can be covered. The museum is closed. Matteo did a wonderful job of customizing for us but it’s not a 3 hour tour of the Jewish Ghetto. At all. But Matteo was great. Without him it would have been too expensive for what it was. He dedicated the 3 hours to us answered lots of questions and shared perspective. But again the Ghetto is not a 3 hour experience right now.
Erin
Reviewed on:
Sep 20, 2022
