Historical Jewish Ghetto & Magnificent Cannaregio Private Tour
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A special Jewish Ghetto tour in Venice to unveil all details, symbols, curiosities and history of this special area of the floating city. This is my favorite tour in Venice, the right mix between the history that everyone should remember, hidden symbols that you can't find on guide books, passion and charming areas off the beaten paths! If you want to have a better understanding of the real Venice: this tour is for you! FOR PRIVATE & TAILORED TOURS --- CONTACT ME: luciaveniceguide@gmail.com2 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Many tips and suggestion to fall in love with Venice
Local guide in love with the area
Italian and English speaking local guide
Souvenirs
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
Synagogues not included, contact me for a tailored tour, I have the license to guide you there
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Let's start with an incredible view and the intro of our tour. The history of the Jewish Ghetto of Venice is quite complex, I will help you to have a better understanding of this place starting from the past to the daily life of nowadaysThe Jewish Ghetto tour of Venice is the right mix between the history that everyone should remember, hidden symbols, curiosities, details in a charming area of the Venice off the beaten paths!
Explore Cannaregio, a lesser-known but magnificent corner of Venice with a private walking tour of the historical Jewish Ghetto of Venice, the first one of the world. Learn why and where the Serenissima forced to live Jewish residents under strict rules for centuries. I will show you the symbols of the ghettos and I’ll explain you the secrets of this area!
Furthermore I’ll show you highlights and hidden gems of the northern part of Venice and why not… let’s taste together a local traditional Jewish cake.
Highlights:
– discover the origin of the word “ghetto”
– How looked like this area during the Republic ?
– Why Venice created the 1st Jewish Ghetto of the world?
– Let’s discuss about the WW2 in Venice
We can end this unique tour by enjoying a glass of wine from my favorite "bacaro" in Venice or tasting the best gelato in Venice. If you have any special requests, please let me know because this tour can be 100% tailored to your wishes. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Fondamenta Cannaregio
Cannaregio, Venice, ItalyLet's reach one of the three gates for entering to the ancient ghetto of Venice. 20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Let's wander to Ghetto Vecchio (The so called old but... new Jewish Ghetto of Venice) and discover the Venetian origins of the word "ghetto". It is so surprising, trust me ! We can try to speak a little bit of Venetian together discovering the highlights of this living part of the Ghetto.
See two historic Sephardic Synagogues (from outside) and hear the stories behind these must-see buildings. The other three Synagogues are located on the Ghetto Novo (the oldest area of the ghetto of Venice)
Take a breath and admire the "skyscrapers" of Venice, why they are here? How was possible? We will discover all the secrets of these buildings15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Ghetto Ebraico
Campo del Ghetto Nuovo, 2882, Venice, Italy, 30121We will wander through the oldest Jewish Ghetto in the world. Hear local stories and find out how these Venetians lived under oppression Find out about and view Stolpersteine (stumbling blocks) of the area, as I explain how the Holocaust has left a deep mark on Venice. We will speak about the incredible people used to live here and you will discover the links to the history of nowadays.
We will see (from outside) three ancient sinagogues and the holocaust monuments, special wells and the Chabad of Venice
20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Fondamenta Dei Ormesini
Fondamenta Dei Ormesini, Venice, Italy, 30121We say goodbye and end our tour in a beloved part of Venice, the beautiful fondamenta degli Ormesini. Now we can unwind and enjoy a glass of the best Venetian wine as locals do! (it can be the best coffee or 1 gelato scoop according to the age and season)15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location6
Campiello L'anconeta
Fra Rio Tera San Leonardo e Rio Tera de la Maddalena, Venice, ItalyFinal stop, it is time to say goodbye.
I'll give you all info and tips to keep on discovering the incredible Venice even without me but let's keep in touch!10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free7
- ON REQUEST, not included in the standard tour - The Jewish Museum at the moment is closed but we can add the synagogues inside (I have the licence to run tours inside them). In case, if you want to add them contact me because these are available only some days and times. luciaveniceguide@gmail.com
Entrance tickets not included20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Campo San Geremia in front of the San Geremia and Santa Lucia churchView Location
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Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Italian
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Rome time to receive 100% refund.
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