On this private tour in Rome, we give you an insightful tour of the ancient heritage, learning how the Jewish community of Rome used to live and still lives. Immerse yourself in this tour of the Jewish Ghetto of Rome, an important aspect of the history of Rome.
Get ready for a unique cultural discovery tour of Rome, exploring the Jewish Ghetto of the city, today a wonderful neighborhood with great attractions. Find out more things about the history of the Jewish community in Rome and what it is today.
Lead by our professional and expert guide, you will explore some of the most ancient Rome attractions, finding secrets and interesting details about this aspect in the history of the city. One of the most insightful and rewarding things to do in Rome.
The Jewish community of Rome is over 2 millennia old, being one of the oldest in Rome, although there were some bad, but also good periods. Today, the heritage of the old days and the charm of today's Jewish Rome form an integrate part of the cultural heritage of Rome.
You will be lead by our expert guide in the Jewish history, discovering the part of central Rome that used to be walled off, where Pope Paul IV forced al the Jews of Rome to live in. This area, once a poor ghetto, today has become a charming neighborhood, with interesting culture and great cuisine.
You will have also the chance to taste the local delicacies in the area, then the Rome tour will pass to the remains of the First Synagogue of Rome, over the Tiber River, learning more about its history.
This unique day excursion in Rome will also include other amazing attractions of Rome, such as the Portico d'Ottavia or Teatro di Marcello. This unique private day tour in Rome will reveal important insights about the Jewish heritage of Rome.
If you you are looking for a tour within your budget, take a look at our group tour of the Jewsih Ghetto and Trastevere.
Otherwise, if you already know Rome and you are looking for a private tour out of the ordinary touristic routes, take a look at our Catacombs Tour, at our Borghese Gallery Tour or at our Private Tour of Ancient Ostia: amazing places rich of history and beauty, far from the crowd of the most famous monuments.
The meeting point will be at the address that you have indicated in the booking process.
Meeting point information and local telephone numbers at your destination are included on your Confirmation Voucher.
Dress comfortable and wear comfortable shoes.
Please be advised that if your hotel is more than a 15 minute walk from the Ghetto, we recommend you to book transportation services and driver wiht us at ItalyXP.com . Otherwise, we advise you to take a taxi with your guide to optimize your eXPerience!