Treasures of Venice: Jewish Heritage Tour
Our locals for this tour
Genny, Adair & 4 other locals
Experience details
Destination
Venice
Category
City highlight tours
Duration
1.5 hours
Mode of transport
Walking
Available languages
English • Español • Italiano • Deutsch
What's included
Private Guide • Local Snack
Here’s an overview of your tour
Venice is full of culture and folklore, and on this private tour, your local host is going to take you to discover more about the Jewish Culture.
Through your local host’s storytelling skills and different stops, you’ll fully submerge yourself in the culture of Venice and dive into the subject of your tour, the Jewish Culture. Discover cultural traits around the Jewish Culture and how they have shaped Venice, from past to the present. Because isn't culture what makes a city truly special?!
As you embrace the local culture, its traditions, beliefs, customs, stories, and legends, you’ll see Venice from a different perspective. Take your experience to the next level and follow your local host to Cannaregio where you’ll check out spots relevant to the culture such as Pawn Shops, Ghetto Novissimo, and the 5 Synagogues. As you go from stop to stop, you’ll see how the culture of Venice is in every corner blending in perfectly with the local life.
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from history to art. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Venice, your Venice!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
In the middle of the square, in front of the Church main entranceCulture of the City
On this private tour, you’ll experience and discover Venice through its culture. Whether it’s focused on a tradition, a special part of town with a story to tell, cultural beliefs, or around a cultural activity that shaped the city into what it is - this tour will be a cultural awakening you can’t miss!in Venice
Your tour will focus on the Jewish Heritage, a very important cultural subject in Venice. Thanks to your local host, you’ll learn and see how made an impact in Venice, making you experience the city from a different perspective.Cultural Highlights
As you deep dive into the subject of your tour, you’ll make stops to visit unique spots that will give you a full picture of the city. Visit Pawn Shops, Ghetto Novissimo, the 5 Synagogues, and more and see how these cultural highlights are part of the local life but have so much history behind them!Storytelling Journey
As you discover the cultural side of Venice, you’ll be able to embrace it thanks to the amazing stories and storytelling skills of your local host. Feel free to ask any questions and feel as if you are relieving history in the present time.
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Adair
Cultured Island Hopper
Adair5.0146 reviewsI speakItaliano • EnglishElena
Venetian since 1200.
Elena5.021 reviewsI speakEnglish • ItalianoLucia Bondetti
The Passionate Art Historian
Lucia Bondetti5.0143 reviewsI speakItaliano • English
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Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Included
- Private Guide
- Local Snack
Not included
- Entrance to Attractions
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Genny is amazing!!!
"We felt very fortunate to tour with Genny. Her knowledge of the Venetian Jewish community is unsurpassed, and she engaged our teenagers and made the Jewish ghetto come alive. Thank you Genny!"
- 5.0
Jewish Ghetto Tour
"Genny was very knowledgeable and informative about the original ghetto. An interesting few hours learning about the history of the ghetto. "
- 5.0
Jewish Ghetto with outstanding Genny
"We had an outstanding tour with Genny and learned so much about the Jewish history and culture in Venice. She was so incredibly well informed and was able to answer all our questions in great detail!...
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
100% customizable
Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
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No strangers on your tour. It’s just you and your local host.
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Questions?
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
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