
Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide
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Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide is a 3-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $130 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- Duration
- 3 hours
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- $130 per person
Discover the world's oldest Jewish Ghetto with a local Expert tour Guide. You will visit this small neighborhood delimited by the Tiber river on one side and Venice Square on the other side. Visiting this area is a reall
What you get
- Ticket entrance at Jewis Museum and Great Synagogue with Jewish internal guide in a small group
- Dedicated Professional Licensed Expert Tour Guide in Jewish Ghetto
About this experience
Discover the world's oldest Jewish Ghetto with a local Expert tour Guide. You will visit this small neighborhood delimited by the Tiber river on one side and Venice Square on the other side. Visiting this area is a really strong cultural and religious experience, due also to the Synagogue and the Jewish Museum: • Visit the ruins of the Theater of Marcello and Portico of Ottavia, where in ancient times was set a large fish market. • Walk through Via del Portico of Ottavia and Piazza delle Cinque Scole, where there were all the liturgical Jewish schools. • Walk through Piazza Giudea, Vicolo della Reginella, Piazza Mattei (with its beautiful fountain of the turtles) , Via dei Falegnami, Piazza Margana and Piazza in Campitelli. • Visit of the Great Synagogue and the Jewish museum, with an internal Jewish Guide in a small group.
What's included
Included
- Ticket entrance at Jewis Museum and Great Synagogue with Jewish internal guide in a small group
- Dedicated Professional Licensed Expert Tour Guide in Jewish Ghetto
Not included
- Hotel pickup and dropoff, Food and drinks
- Tipping is not included in our service fees, it is never mandatory although it is always appreciated
What you'll see and do
Roman Ghetto
We will take you to discover the world's oldest Jewish ghetto with an Expert local tour Guide. Visit this small neighborhood delimited by the Tiber river on one side and Venice Square on the other side. The quarter was enclosed within the walls in 1555 under Pope Paul IV who revoked all rights granted to the Roman Jews. Visiting this area is a really strong cultural and religious experience, due also to the Synagogue and the Jewish museum.
Pass by without stopping
Roman Ghetto
Meeting point in front of "Teatro Marcello" corner with coffee bar "Antico Caffè del Treatro Marcello. • Visit the ruins of the Theater of Marcello and Portico of Ottavia, where in ancient times was set a large fish market. • Walk through Via del Portico of Ottavia and Piazza delle Cinque Scole, where there were all the liturgical Jewish schools. • Walk through Piazza Giudea, Vicolo della Reginella, Piazza Mattei (with its beautiful fountain of the turtles) , Via dei Falegnami, Piazza Margana and Piazza in Campitelli. • Visit of the Great Synagogue and the Jewish museum, with an internal Jewish Guide in a small group. Tour ends at Via del Portico d'Ottavia (inside the Jewish Ghetto).
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
You will meet your Local Tour Guide, with a sign with our company's name "ItalyBestExcursions" in front of "Teatro Marcello" corner with coffee bar "Antico Caffè del Teatro Marcello (Googlemap:VFVJ+34 Roma, RM). • Please meet the guide approx. 15 minutes in advance.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ItalyBestExcursions
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meet Tour Guide at least 15 minutes in advance
- This is a private walking Tour. Only your group will participate. Private Tour can be modified and/or customized (if requested at booking time) to meet your complete satisfaction
- The Jewish Museum of Rome (with Great Synagogue access) is closed on Saturdays and during Jewish holidays. Jewish holidays and closing days in 2024: • March 24 (Purim) • April 22 – 23 – 24 and 29 – 30 (Pesah) • April 28 close at 2 p.m. • May 14 (Yom Ha’azmaut) • June 11 – 12 – 13 (Shavuot) • August 12 close at 2:00 pm • August 13 (Tishà Be Av) • October 2 – 3 – 4 (Rosh Ha Shanà) • October 11 (Yom Kippur) • October 16 – 17 – 18 (Sukkot) • October 23 (O’Shannà Rabbà) • October 24 (Sheminì ‘Atzeret) • October 25 (Simhat Torà). When closed, Instead Jewish Museum and Great Synagogue, you will spend all 3 hours in the Jewish Ghetto. No refund is due
- Avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Price range
- $130 to $690
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 48
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Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide cost?
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Prices start at $130 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue of Rome Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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