The Heart of Ancient Rome and Ghetto, private walking tour
Rome, Italy
3 hours (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 5 more
Overview
Jewish people have been making a home in Rome since the 2nd century, but the city’s Jewish history is sometimes overshadowed by more famous landmarks. During this tour, delve into the 16th-century Trastevere neighborhood with your private guide and explore the world's oldest Jewish ghetto. Discover top Trastevere attractions including the Porticus Octaviae and Tiber Island, and learn of the power struggles between the Vatican and the Jewish settlers.
- Delve into Rome’s Jewish heritage in the 16th-century Trastevere district
- Explore sites of interest like the Porticus Octaviae and Tiber Island
- Your guide explains the history of the oldest Jewish ghetto in the world
- Hassle-free round-trip transport from your Rome hotel
What's Included
Pick-up and drop-off service at hotel (inside Aurelian Walls)
3 hours with a professional guide
Gratuities
Tips
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
The tour starts from “Piazza Trilussa” in Trastevere and continues with the visit of St. Mary Basilica, one of the few remaining Byzantine churches in the city
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Tiberine island, “Isola Tiberina”, with its two important and well known hospitals and basilicas. Crossing the river you will see a huge complex called “Portico d’Ottavia”, located in the old Jewish ghetto. During the Imperial age, the old market was housed in the Jewish district
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Crossing the river you will see a huge complex called “Portico d’Ottavia”, located in the old Jewish ghetto. During the Imperial age, the old market was housed in the Jewish district.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Walking through the small streets of the ghetto, you will discover the beauty of the Turtle Fountain, built by Gianlorenzo Bernini, maximum exponent of the baroque period, and the “S. Carlo ai Catinari” church in the real heart of the district
Duration: 40 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Provide the Correct address of your accommodation , hotel, B&B
- PICK UP only in the city center inside the Aurelian Walls
- Provide the correct phone number with international country code
- One day before 24 H. Call to confirm the pick up
- check that you provide all the details to the agency
- Without this information we can not guarantee the correct service
- Time for pick up at the hotel must be confirmed the day before between 10.00 am and 6.00 pm on the emergency phone or whatsapp
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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