About this experience
Discover the hidden secrets of Rome’s Jewish Quarter, one of the oldest Jewish ghettos of all times. See historic synagogues and Jewish heritage sites such as the Great Synagogue. Learn about Jewish history and culture in the era of early Christianity.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit the Old Jewish Quarter in Rome with the Jewish History Guide
- See the Great Synagogue and other Jewish heritage sites
- Immerse yourself in the history of one of the oldest ghettos in the world
- Learn about WWII and the Holocaust in Italy
- Enjoy an exclusive Jewish tour tailored to your needs and interests
Rome’s Jewish Quarter is one of the oldest ghettos in the world. You can now discover its best-kept secrets on a private walking tour with an Expert Guide. Discover Jewish heritage sites and historic synagogues in the heart of Rome’s Old Town. Hear the story of Jews in Italy, from the pre-Christian Roman period, through persecution, expulsions and the Holocaust to the present day.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Tips for the best kosher restaurants and Jewish shops
- Private walking tour of the historic Jewish sites and synagogues in Rome
- A special tour program tailored to your needs and interests
- Expert commentary on the Jewish history of Rome
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
Itinerary and highlights
Meet your guide in front of the Otivm Hotel, Via d'Aracoeli, 11A, 00186 Roma RM, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
On this walking tour you will follow the path of Jewish people who migrated to Rome during the period of the Roman Empire. You will learn about the Jewish-Roman wars, the dispersal from Judea, and the persecutions and expulsions during the rise of Christianity. The guide will also tell you about the Holocaust and how it affected the local Jewish community in modern times.
The Jewish Quarter is hidden between Tiber river and Venezia square, in the heart of ancient Rome. You will pass the monumental Altar of the Fatherland and Teatro Marcello to find the small Church of San Gregorio della Divina Pietà where Jews had to take part in “forced sermons” in an attempt to convert them to Christianity. Nearby is the imposing Tempio Maggiore (Great Synagogue), which was built after the ghetto was liquidated, and the Portico of Octavia, an ancient walkway originally built in the 2nd century B.C.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet your guide in front of the Otivm Hotel, Via d'Aracoeli, 11A, 00186 Roma RM, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- ru — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- pl — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Rosotravel - Italy City Tour
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- For the convenience of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 people in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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