Rome Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto Tour
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Experience Highlights
Get to know Trastevere, a picturesque medieval-style neighbourhood of Rome that exudes harmony and history with this three-hour tour.
An expert guide will lead you on a journey through its bohemian streets that preserve the essence of the Roman historical past with churches such as Santa Cecilia, the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere and iconic stops including a tour of the Jewish quarter.
- You will stroll through the timeless streets of Trastevere and the Jewish Quarter.
- Tour historic monuments and sites, such as the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere
- Explore boutiques and restaurants full of Italian culture and gastronomy
What’s included
- Guided tour of Trastevere and the Jewish Quarter
- History expert guide
- Small group of about 12 people
- Audio system (for groups of more than 10 people)
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Step by Step
Discover the medieval-style beauty of Trastevere and Rome's historic Jewish quarter, the oldest in Europe, on this approximately 3-hour tour.
An expert guide will tell you the history behind the squares and monuments of both places, passing by:
- Basilica of St. Cecilia in Trastevere: it was built in the 5th century in honour of St. Cecilia, a Roman martyr.
- Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere: admire the amazing 12th century celestial mosaic that covers the dome of this church founded in the 3rd century.
- Piazza Mattei: visit the famous Fountain of the Turtle in this small Renaissance-style square in the heart of the Jewish quarter.
- Portico of Octavia: historical monument built in 27 BC, dedicated to Octavia, the sister of Emperor Hadrian.
You will have the opportunity to walk, in small groups of about 12 people, through the beautiful streets, shops, boutiques, squares and restaurants in Roman style in Trasevere and the Jewish quarter.
You will see the area that Pope Paul IV granted to house the Jewish community of Rome in 1555, making it the first Jewish community established in the old continent.
