Trastevere and Rome's Jewish Ghetto Half-Day Walking Tour
by Nicom Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€110Overview
Rome’s historic center includes the Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere, two traditional neighborhoods with deep history and local character. This half-day walking tour lasts about three hours and is led by a professional guide. Guests start at Largo di Torre Argentina, where Julius Caesar was assassinated, then enter the Jewish Ghetto through Piazza Mattei, stopping at the Fontana delle Tartarughe to examine its multicolored marble and learn about the area's long history. The route continues past the large synagogue on Isola Tiberina (Tiber Island), crossing the Tiber River while offering views of several bridges. The tour reaches Trastevere, known for its artistic community and the church of Santa Maria. After exploring Trastevere, the group crosses back over the river on Ponte Sisto, walks by Palazzo Farnese, and concludes at Campo de’ Fiori, a lively square with street performers, cafes, and music. The tour includes a professional guide and headsets to hear clearly. Food, drinks, visits inside the synagogue, and hotel transfers are not included. Luggage storage is not available.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Area Sacra di Largo Argentina
The tour starts at Largo di Torre Argentina, the site of Julius Caesar's assassination. The group enters the Jewish Ghetto via Piazza Mattei and stops at the Fontana delle Tartarughe to study its three types of colored marble and hear about its history. This section includes stories about the ancient Jewish quarter and its relationship with Roman citizens, observed in the neighborhood’s walls.
60 min
Isola Tiberina
The route continues past one of Europe’s largest synagogues as it crosses Tiber Island. Participants enjoy views of several Roman bridges before reaching Trastevere. This area is known for its bohemian atmosphere, artistic residents, and the church of Santa Maria.
60 min
Ponte Sisto
After exploring Trastevere, the group crosses back over the Tiber River on Ponte Sisto. They pass by the Piazza Farnese Palace and complete the tour at Campo de’ Fiori, a small square popular with locals, featuring street artists, cafes, and live music.
60 min
Meeting point
Departure Point: Largo di Torre Argentina, Rome Italy Directions: Please meet your guide 15 minutes before the tour departure time between Largo Argentina and Via dei Cestari, in front of the shop “Sermoneta” Dates: Wednesday, Friday and Sunday Return point: Tour concludes at Campo de' Fiori.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Trastevere and Rome's Jewish Ghetto Half-Day Walking Tour
by Nicom Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€110Overview
Rome’s historic center includes the Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere, two traditional neighborhoods with deep history and local character. This half-day walking tour lasts about three hours and is led by a professional guide. Guests start at Largo di Torre Argentina, where Julius Caesar was assassinated, then enter the Jewish Ghetto through Piazza Mattei, stopping at the Fontana delle Tartarughe to examine its multicolored marble and learn about the area's long history. The route continues past the large synagogue on Isola Tiberina (Tiber Island), crossing the Tiber River while offering views of several bridges. The tour reaches Trastevere, known for its artistic community and the church of Santa Maria. After exploring Trastevere, the group crosses back over the river on Ponte Sisto, walks by Palazzo Farnese, and concludes at Campo de’ Fiori, a lively square with street performers, cafes, and music. The tour includes a professional guide and headsets to hear clearly. Food, drinks, visits inside the synagogue, and hotel transfers are not included. Luggage storage is not available.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Area Sacra di Largo Argentina
The tour starts at Largo di Torre Argentina, the site of Julius Caesar's assassination. The group enters the Jewish Ghetto via Piazza Mattei and stops at the Fontana delle Tartarughe to study its three types of colored marble and hear about its history. This section includes stories about the ancient Jewish quarter and its relationship with Roman citizens, observed in the neighborhood’s walls.
60 min
Isola Tiberina
The route continues past one of Europe’s largest synagogues as it crosses Tiber Island. Participants enjoy views of several Roman bridges before reaching Trastevere. This area is known for its bohemian atmosphere, artistic residents, and the church of Santa Maria.
60 min
Ponte Sisto
After exploring Trastevere, the group crosses back over the Tiber River on Ponte Sisto. They pass by the Piazza Farnese Palace and complete the tour at Campo de’ Fiori, a small square popular with locals, featuring street artists, cafes, and live music.
60 min
Meeting point
Departure Point: Largo di Torre Argentina, Rome Italy Directions: Please meet your guide 15 minutes before the tour departure time between Largo Argentina and Via dei Cestari, in front of the shop “Sermoneta” Dates: Wednesday, Friday and Sunday Return point: Tour concludes at Campo de' Fiori.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.