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Jewish Ghetto Heritage and Rituals in Venice

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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Italian

Overview

This place is considered the first Ghetto in the entire word, created in the '500, has been the house of the Jewish community for centuries, and it's sill the center of the Jewish culture in Venice.

Together we are going to explore the beautiful Campo de Gheto, I will explain to you everything about how this Ghetto was created and why. We are going to see five Synagogues from outside and two of them from the inside.
I will talk to you about the suffering of the Jewish people during WWII and we will discover the amazing story of Doctor Giuseppe Jona.

What's Included

  • Exclusive tour of the ghetto
  • Ticket (price is 15€ per person, 13€ the reduced price) to enter the two Synagogues
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Cannaregio
2873/c, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy

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Ghetto Ebraico

Discover with me the amazing history of the first Ghetto in the world. I will guide you around the Campo del Ghetto and inside two of the five Venetian Synagogues, a renascence treasure that survives the Shoah. I will be delighted to tell you everything about the Jewish Community of Venice nowadays, my traditions, Judaica arts and the incredible Ashkenazy and Sephardic culinary legacy that has been left in the Venetian cuisines.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

The Spanish Synagogue

The Spanish Synagogue is the biggest off the five "scola" situated in the Ghetto. Discover with me the beautiful details of the Aron ha Qodesh sculpted in marble, the mystery of the "error" in the floor and how the Spanish ad Portuguese Jews arrived here after the expulsions of 1492 and 1496.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • You will need to cover your shoulders and knees.
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Jewish Ghetto Heritage and Rituals in Venice?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-436739P1

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Exclusive tour of the ghetto
  • Ticket (price is 15€ per person, 13€ the reduced price) to enter the two Synagogues

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • You will need to cover your shoulders and knees.
  • 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

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