Jewish Ghetto, Synagogues and Museum

Immerse yourself in one of Rome’s most intriguing neighborhoods.

Explore the treasures of the historic Jewish Ghetto. The highlights of this semi-private tour include a visit to the Jewish museum, the two main synagogues, both Ashkenazi and Sephardic, and the Ghetto with its beautiful Fontana delle Tartarughe, the Portico d’Ottavia, and other charming medieval buildings. The tour will be led by our Jewish guide who is a proud member of the Roman Jewish Community.

The Ghetto also hosts some of the most traditional Jewish restaurants and bakeries of Rome.

During this private group tour, you will have the opportunity to discover the most fascinating aspects of the Jewish community in Rome. A Jewish tour guide will entertain you with their deep knowledge, professionalism, humor, anecdotes and legends.

You will visit the Jewish Museum, which boasts the Rome’s only collection of 17th century artifacts that survived the Nazi persecution, the Great Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue.

Furthermore, you will be driven to the Jewish Ghetto, with its beautiful Fontana delle Tartarughe, the Portico d’Ottavia and other medieval buildings.

Among the most famous Jewish-Roman dishes, you will try the famous fried artichokes, also known as the “carciofi alla giudia.”

Many people believe Rome is only a Christian city, however, there are more Jewish sights in Rome than one would imagine. There is a strong Jewish history in Rome with several sites of interest and there is even a Jewish Roman dialect that dates back to the 16th century.

We are confident that the Jewish Museum and Synagogues will be the highlight of your Roman holiday!