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Highlights of Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere Walking Tour
(124) Reviews
Roma
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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We begin in Rome’s Jewish Ghetto, a neighborhood shaped by centuries of persecution, resilience, and defiance. Once confined by papal decree, today it thrives as one of the city’s most vibrant districts.
Here, you’ll learn about Rome’s oldest community, their survival against the odds, and uncover the stories of forgotten heroes, cursed statues, and hidden symbols.
In Trastevere, where ivy-clad alleys hide medieval wonders, we’ll unravel the stories of runaway popes, rebel poets, and duels fought for love and honor. We’ll sip from fountains older than most countries and discover why this quarter has always been Rome’s wild heart.
No dry facts, no dull history—just Rome at its rawest, its ...
Highlights
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Highlights of Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto
Licensed guide
Food recommendations
Dark humor and politically incorrect jokes
History with no filters
It's a tip-based tour. The guides work for your tips alone.
Meeting Points
Departure
Turtle Fountain
The meeting point is by the Fountain of Turtles. The guide will hold a sign with the name of the tour.
Return
Piazza Trilussa
The tour ends in Piazza Trilussa, in the very heart of Trastevere, the culinary district of Rome.
Highlights of Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere Walking Tour
(124) Reviews
Roma
About
We begin in Rome’s Jewish Ghetto, a neighborhood shaped by centuries of persecution, resilience, and defiance. Once confined by papal decree, today it thrives as one of the city’s most vibrant districts.
Here, you’ll learn about Rome’s oldest community, their survival against the odds, and uncover the stories of forgotten heroes, cursed statues, and hidden symbols.
In Trastevere, where ivy-clad alleys hide medieval wonders, we’ll unravel the stories of runaway popes, rebel poets, and duels fought for love and honor. We’ll sip from fountains older than most countries and discover why this quarter has always been Rome’s wild heart.
No dry facts, no dull history—just Rome at its rawest, its ...
Highlights
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Highlights of Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto
Licensed guide
Food recommendations
Dark humor and politically incorrect jokes
History with no filters
It's a tip-based tour. The guides work for your tips alone.
Meeting Points
Departure
Turtle Fountain
The meeting point is by the Fountain of Turtles. The guide will hold a sign with the name of the tour.
Return
Piazza Trilussa
The tour ends in Piazza Trilussa, in the very heart of Trastevere, the culinary district of Rome.
Itinerary
1
Fontana delle Tartarughe
The Fontana delle Tartarughe, a late Renaissance fountain in Rome’s Piazza Mattei, features elegant bronze turtles added by Bernini, harmonizing with its delicate marble figures.
10 minutes
2
The Portico Of Octavia
The Portico d'Ottavia, built in the 2nd century BCE and later restored by Augustus, is a monumental gateway to Rome’s ancient Jewish Ghetto, blending history and archaeology.
5 minutes
3
Teatro di Marcello
The Teatro di Marcello, an ancient Roman theater commissioned by Julius Caesar and completed by Augustus, resembles a smaller Colosseum and inspired later amphitheaters.
5 minutes
4
Tempio Maggiore di Roma
The Tempio Maggiore di Roma, inaugurated in 1904, is the main synagogue of Rome, blending Art Nouveau and Assyro-Babylonian styles, symbolizing the resilience of the city's Jewish community.
5 minutes
5
Isola Tiberina
Isola Tiberina, the only island in the Tiber River, has been a site of healing since ancient times, home to the historic Fatebenefratelli Hospital and the Temple of Aesculapius.
5 minutes
6
Trastevere
Trastevere, one of Rome’s most charming districts, is known for its vibrant nightlife, medieval streets, and authentic Roman trattorias, offering a perfect blend of history and local culture.
15 minutes
7
Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere
The Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere, one of Rome’s oldest churches, features stunning 12th-century mosaics and a serene atmosphere, reflecting the district’s rich medieval charm.
5 minutes
8
Piazza Trilussa
Piazza Trilussa, a lively square in Trastevere, is a popular gathering spot featuring the 17th-century Fountain of Ponte Sisto and a statue of the Roman poet Trilussa.
5 minutes
9
Ponte Sisto
Ponte Sisto, a Renaissance bridge spanning the Tiber River, connects Trastevere with the historic center of Rome, offering scenic views and easy access to key landmarks.
