Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto Private Tour by Local Guide Marco w Artichoke Tasting

Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto Private Tour by Local Guide Marco w Artichoke Tasting

Take a stroll through one of Romes prettiest and characteristic districts. Trastevere is a picturesque neighbourhood where Roman traditions and customs are alive and well. You will be able to explore the narrow streets and alleyways which give the area much of its charm, as well as visit the lovely Jewish Ghetto, where you'll learn about the history of Europe's oldest Jewish community. Finally, you will savour the traditional Roman-Jewish Fried Artichokes (Carciofi alla Giudia).

Itinerary
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Pass By: Piazza Trilussa, Rome Italy

You will meet your guide in piazza Trilussa and your tour will start! The Trastevere district in Rome is often referred to as the city's equivalent of Greenwich village, while the Jewish ghetto was the first such district to be established in Europe. Here you will can truly absorb the feeling and cultures of centuries past.

You will be taken through the maze of narrow alleyways which give Trastevere much of its charm, and which may well be the only part of the city which has escaped Baroque renovations or Fascist demolitions.

Stop At: Piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere, 00153 Rome Italy

he district is packed with quaint little shops, fantastic restaurants and churches dating back to the middle ages. This is the place to go if you would like to try authentic local cuisine, it's where the Romans go too!

Your highly qualified top rated guide will show you the medieval Church of Santa Maria in Trastevere, one of the oldest and prettiest churches in the city. After that, you will cross the Sistine Bridge to Tiber Island and take a stroll among its beautiful old squares.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Santa Cecilia in Trastevere, Piazza di Santa Cecilia 22, 00153 Rome Italy

This walking tour will take you past some breathtaking old buildings and narrow alleyways in the Trastevere district, as well as the city's ancient walls and its third-century gateway. Vicolo del Cinque, San Callisto Palace, Piazza Sant’Egidio and the Basilica of Santa Cecilia are among the other fascinating places you will see on your tour.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Isola Tiberina, Rome Italy

You will cross the River to get to the other site of the city and end your tour in the Jewish Quarter.

Stop At: Via Portico d'Ottavia, Via del Portico d'Ottavia 29 Sant'Angelo (Ghetto), 00186 Rome Italy

You will also have the opportunity to sample the famous and delicious Roman-Jewish artichokes (included in the price).

This amazing tour will be led by Marco an expert, highly qualified and passionate guide.

Duration: 20 minutes