Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere Private
Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere Private
Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere Private
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Join this Rome private tour to discover the fascinating history of Rome’s most beautiful historic neighborhoods: Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere, and Isola Tiberina – Rome’s only island. Benefit from your private guide’s full attention as you discover historic Rome’s hidden gems.
Your tour begins in the old Jewish Ghetto. See Ancient Roman wonders, including the Theater of Marcellus and the Portico of Octavia. Learn about the terrible days of the forced ghettoization of Rome’s Jewish community.
Cross the ancient Isola Tiberina to Trastevere. Experience the vibrant ambiance of Rome’s ancient rione, home to religious minorities, travelers and migrants since ancient times. Visit the mediaeval Santa Maria, with 11th century mosaics. Allow your guide to provide a personalized restaurant recommendation in this vibrant neighborhood.
Itinerary
Teatro di Marcello
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeBefore the Colosseum, the Theater of Marcellus was Ancient Rome’s amphitheater. Built by Julius Caesar in 13 BC, it only had 60 years in the sun before the Colosseum eclipsed it. See the mediaeval and Renaissance modifications on the top – it was later used as a fortress/palace by Rome’s warring, ruling families.Portico of Octavia
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeOnce this gate, named after Emperor Augustus’ sister, accommodated two Ancient Roman Temples and a library. After the fall of Rome, it was used as fish market until the 20th century.The Old Jewish Quarter
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe once Jewish Ghetto is now Rome’s vibrant Jewish Quarter. Roman Jews were forcibly ghettoized here for 300 years. Now, this vibrant neighborhood has a unique Roman-Jewish character.Isola Tiberina
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeIsola Tiberina is Rome’s only island. A hospital has been on the island since Ancient times; the island was first devoted to Asclepius, the Greek God of healing.Trastevere
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeOn the West Bank of the Tiber lies Trastevere, an Ancient borough of Rome. Trastevere has always done things differently; its been a home to travelers and outcasts since ancient times. Admire its cobbled streets, orange townhouses and rebellious atmosphere.Santa Maria in Trastevere
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeSanta Maria was one of Rome’s oldest churches, built shortly after the Empire’s conversion to Christianity in the 340s AD. Step inside and admire the remarkable 11th century gold-leaf mosaics adorning the apse; when the sun catches them, they’re a sight to behold.
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NZD 1,034
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