Jewish Ghetto in Venice: Historical Walk Through the Heart of Cannaregio District

Immerse yourself in the heart of the Jewish Ghetto in Venice on a historical walk through the lesser-known Cannaregio district. Discover the secrets of the world’s first ghetto, explore hidden synagogues, and learn about the impact of the Holocaust on this charming and well-preserved area.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cannaregio - You could spend a lifetime exploring Venice, and you’d never stop being surprised. What you’ll going to love most about Cannaregio is that it still has quiet, secluded spots overlooking the lagoon, homes to local people and enchanting refuges for visitors: a less well known Venice, but no less fascinating.
    We will visit a fascinating…
What's Included
  • Guidance by a local expert passionate about the area.
What's Not Included
  • This is a walking tour, we won’t visit sites inside (no synagogues but I can give you all info)
Additional Information

Embark on a historical journey through the heart of the Jewish ghetto and Cannaregio to uncover the secrets of the world’s first Jewish Ghetto. This tour will steer clear of the usual tourist paths, delving into an authentic, lesser-known, yet incredibly well-preserved area of Venice, brimming with charm. Discover the hidden corners of Venice’s three…

Location
Campo San Geremia
In front of the San Geremia and Santa Lucia church
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Journey47150755870
Mar 7, 2025
Wonderful experience. - Our tour of the Jewish ghetto with Lucia was one of the highlights of our holiday. From the very beginning of the tour till the last minute, she brought us along with her through the history of the area and the people who lived there. She seemed to have an encyclopedic knowledge, no question unanswered, but also delivered with a really balanced overview and sense of the atmosphere throughout the 500 years, the facts neatly woven into the fabric of her narrative...a very impressive guide! We would have booked another tour with her if we had had more time. Thank you Lucia ❤️
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Ria
Feb 23, 2025
Fantastic tour with a fantastic guide - Lucia is a fantastic tour guide. This was the best tour of a Jewish area of a European city I have ever had. She was knowledgeable, informative, fun, and engaging. I learned so much. I highly recommend taking a tour with Lucia.
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Norac986
Feb 1, 2025
Ten out of ten! - Lucia is fantastic! She was incredibly knowledgeable and really engaging. I was lucky to have been the only person on the tour so got the benefit of a one to one. Her passion for and knowledge of the subject really shines through. Plus her restaurant recommendation for lunch at a kosher restaurant was spot on. I will certainly be contacting Lucia when I next visit Venice!
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Leslie_s
Nov 16, 2024
What a wonderful way to learn about this neighborhood! - Our two-hour walking tour with Lucia was very good. She was passionate about the history and details about the neighborhood. She didn't sugar coat anything and helped us understand what it was really like here at different periods in history. Lucia was so helpful with recommendations and even had a sheet for us at the end. Grazie, Lucia!! Great tour!!
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Mila_k_1111
Nov 15, 2024
Walking Tour of the Jewish Ghetto in Venice - This tour was fascinating and incredibly enriching. Our guide Lucia was both knowledgeable and passionate, bringing the history of Venice’s Jewish Ghetto to life with vivid stories and deep insights. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in history, culture, or simply discovering a unique and often overlooked part of Venice. It was both educational and deeply moving, and it left me with a profound respect for the stories and lives that shaped this remarkable neighborhood.
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Q5000sqderekg
Oct 28, 2024
Great tour, great Guide! - Lucia is an amazing guide. Her breadth of knowledge and interest in her subject or unmatched. I would recommend her for any of the tours she offers. We took the Walking tour of the Jewish Ghetto and it was one of the highlights of our trip.
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U5805kwsteve
Oct 26, 2024
Powerful history in this somber and beautiful place. - This place had such an impact on us. The information about the history was powerful. Go at night with no one around and you will feel the weight of it in the air.
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Derek_g
Oct 25, 2024
Tour was excellent.... - Tour was excellent. Lucia, the guide, was amazing! Very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. Highly recommend.
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Collette
Oct 25, 2024
Best tour in Venice! - We have done a lot of tours over the last few weeks and this was by far the best. Lucia was knowledgeable, approachable and super engaging.
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Kate_r
Oct 25, 2024
Venice History with a Smile - Lucia is an exceptional guide, full Of smiles and inside about the history of the Jewish community in Venice. Highly highly recommend.
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From $66
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).