Jewish Rome and Trastevere in Limo
Jewish Rome and Trastevere in Limo
Not many people know that the Jewish community of Rome is the oldest of the western world, having existed there since the second century BC; in fact, people living in the ghetto area claim to be the only true Romans left! Today there are about 15,000 Jews in the city.
Get to know Rome's deep Jewish history and Trastevere district
DESCRIPTION
The Jews, treated fairly well in ancient Rome, were confined to the ghetto by a papal decree in 1555 until Italian unification in 1870.
This tour allows you to visit the Jewish neighborhood in Rome with its characteristic shops and streets, the great Synagogue built in 1904 and the adjacent Jewish Museum containing important artifacts, precious prayer books and priceless manuscripts including the original document that established the ghetto.
Furnishings from Rome’s other small synagogues, called Scole (“schools” in the local dialect; there were five Scole: castigliana, catalana, siciliana, nova, and italiana) were brought inside to the lower level of the structure that is now home to the museum of Rome’s Jewish community. A series of important artworks are displayed there, including a collection of Roman silver from the 17th and 18th centuries, and fabrics from all over Europe.
Numerous records and other finds document and illustrate the two millennia of history binding the Jewish community to the city of Rome. The meticulously-decorated main floor is a large space with two naves on the sides. On the upper level is the gallery, or “matroneo”, reserved only for women.
The tour includes a visit to the so-called Trastevere district (the district across the river Tiber), with its many characteristic Roman roads and piazzas, as well as to the Tiberina island, connected to the mainland by two ancient bridges dating back to the first century BC.
➢ 4 hours
WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR
➢ This tour of Jewish Rome and Trastevere shows you a side of Rome that most other visitors never realize is there
➢ The historical and religious aspects of this Rome tour broaden your knowledge and perspective on this multi-dimensional city
HIGHLIGHTS
➢ Venture off the beaten path and into the Jewish Ghetto, one of Rome’s most fascinating historical districts
➢ Cross the Tiber River to explore the charming, medieval neighborhood of Trastevere with its narrow alleyways, characteristic shops, and quaint piazzas
➢ Delve into the rich Jewish history of the city through visits to the grand Synagogue and distinguished Jewish Museum
INCLUDED ➢ Luxury air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle
➢ Cold bottled water on board
➢ Informative English-speaking driver
➢ Parking, tolls, gasoline
➢ Local taxes
NOT INCLUDED
➢ Food and drinks
➢ Entrance fees to sites- unless otherwise specified
GENERAL INFORMATION
➢ Opening hours and closing days of the Jewish Museum and Synagogue to be advised at the time of booking)
➢ If you plan to be visiting a religious or memorial site, shoulders and knees must be covered
➢ The proposed itineraries are only examples of possible tours. For different pick up / drop off locations or customized itineraries, you are welcome to contact one of our tour coordinators and they will help you design your own tour
➢ While the order in which you visit the sites may change, all indicated sites will be covered
➢ Your professional English-speaking driver will provide commentary from the vehicle, but will not accompany you inside visited sites
➢ If you would like to have an English-speaking tour guide accompany you inside the sites, this can be arranged for an additional cost upon request. The guide will then narrate from the vehicle as well as inside each site
➢ Your driver is available to extend your tour for additional hours upon request
➢ Comfortable flat-soled walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen are recommended
PRICING
➢ Pricing may be subject to change based on availability and season, so we recommend booking as promptly as possible in order to lock in the published pricing.
➢ All rates listed above do not include taxes (+10% VAT).
➢Reservations are guaranteed by credit card. Credit card data is used only to secure reservation and is not charged unless otherwise stated.
➢ Final payment is to be settled at the end of service in cash (euros), by Euros traveler’s check or credit card (Visa/Mastercard). Please be aware that payments by credit card will incur a 6% convenience fee.
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