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Jewish Ghetto Walking & Food Tour

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Duration
2.5 hours
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Group Size
Max 15
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Language
English
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Meeting Point
Via del Portico d'Ottavia, 29

Overview

Strolling through the alleyways of the ancient Jewish Ghetto, now a symbol of the resilience of the Roman Jewish community, you will retrace over two thousand years of history through monuments and iconic sites such as the Portico d'Ottavia, the Theater of Marcellus, Piazza Mattei with the famous Turtles Fountain, and the majestic Synagogue. Along the route, the guide will narrate the events that have shaped this neighborhood, from the origins of Ancient Rome to the present day.

The experience is enhanced by culinary stops dedicated to Roman Jewish cuisine, one of the city's oldest culinary traditions. You will be able to taste some of the specialties that have made the neighborhood famous, such as artichoke alla giudia and Jewish pizza, accompanied by stories about the origins of the recipes and the traditions that still characterize life in the Ghetto today.

An unmissable itinerary for those who want to learn about the history of Rome through its most evocative sites and enjoy an authentic food and wine experience, among monuments, flavors and stories that make the Jewish Ghetto one of the most fascinating neighborhoods in the Eternal City.

Highlights

Stroll through the narrow streets of the old Jewish Quarter

Discover Roman Jewish cuisine

Enjoy an authentic food and wine experience among monuments

Your Itinerary

  1. Meeting point: Via del Portico d'Ottavia, 29

    Your guide will be holding a sign that says Rome with Silvia.

  2. Ghetto Ebraico di Roma

    Guided tour (2.5 hours)

  3. Finish at: Via del Portico d'Ottavia, 29

    Your tour ends here

What's Included

  • Knowledgeable, local guide

  • Earphones to hear the guide

  • Gratuities

  • Pick-up and Drop-off

Know Before You Go

  • ID card or passport of each participant must be shown at the entrance; the name on the booking must match the ID.
  • Please arrive 10 minutes early — access times can change without notice.
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