Jewish Ghetto History & Food Walk

The Jewish Ghetto is one of the most distinctive corners of Rome. This walk explains its history and tastes its food.
You hear about the Roman Jewish community, the ghetto walls and the neighbourhood today. Along the way you try specialties. Check current details when you enquire.
What you get
- Portico d’Ottavia
- History of the Ghetto
- Roman-Jewish cooking
- Small group
- Tastings
The tour, hour by hour
- 10:30Meet
Portico
- 11:00Ghetto streets
History
- 12:00Tastings
Pastry and fried artichoke
- 13:00Finish
Tour ends
Included
- Guide
- Tastings
Not included
- Synagogue entry
- Drinks
- Tips
Meeting point and getting there
Meet at the Portico d’Ottavia. Exact point confirmed after booking.
Questions people ask
Is it kosher?
Not certified.
Can I do it Saturday?
Many places close.
Is it accessible?
Mostly flat.
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Why we list this tour
What the listing data tells us, and what to weigh up.
A 3-hour late-morning walk through the Jewish Ghetto, starting at Portico d'Ottavia, mixing the district's history with Roman-Jewish cooking tastings. Guide and tastings are included, for up to 12 guests aged 8 and over. Free cancellation applies up to 24 hours before.
Best for: Food lovers and history fans who want context and tastings in one walk.
Catalogue score 74/100. How scores work
- Guide and tastings included
- Small group, max 12
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Synagogue entry not included
- Drinks and tips not included
- Tastings are not a full lunch
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