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Private Walking Tour: Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto

The Cannaregio & Jewish Ghetto Walking tour takes you off the beaten path through the district of Cannaregio where not many tourists visit. You’ll pass palaces, churches, beautiful canals, and bridges as you make your way to the heart of the Cannaregio district where the Jewish Ghetto lies. You will discover homes of famous Venetians and enjoy breathtaking views of the northern lagoon where you will learn about the role the lagoon played in the history of Venice.

From the Cannaregio district, the second half of the tour will be exploring the famous Jewish Ghetto, a city within a city. You will learn about the Jewish community that lived here for several centuries and their role in the history of Venice. Entrances to the Jewish museum and synagogues are not included in the tour, but they can be visited after the tour because the tour finishes nearby in the Jewish Ghetto.

Jewish Ghetto Food Tour

The Jewish Ghetto Food Tour allows you to explore one of the most charming areas of Venice while visiting more than six local eateries. You will visit an old coffee roaster, the Rabbi’s house, historic synagogues, and an old traditional bakery where you will be served specialty biscuits and cakes. You will visit several other restaurants where you will taste tradition Jewish-Venetian dishes like Artichoke Bottoms and Sarde al Saor with kosher wine, and specialty pasta dishes. This tour is a fun and tasty way to experience the history, art, and culture of Venice.

Venice Bites Food Tour — Off The Beaten Path

This tour takes you around the vibrant city of Venice while experiencing the local neighborhoods and local food. Most of the stops you make on this tour are to family-owned businesses as the tour guides try and bring you to best local eateries and not just the places you find in a travel book. Venice offers diverse and unique dining experiences, but if you stay in tourist populated areas, you will only experience the tourist food. The point of Venice Bites Food Tour- Off The Beaten Path, is to get you eating like a local, and it is an experience you won’t regret.

Cannaregio District and the Jewish Ghetto

In the Cannaregio distrcit, one of the oldest districts in Venice, sits the Jewish Ghetto. This district isn’t known to many tourists, but it’s a charming place to visit and holds so much history. On this tour you will visit the Campo del Ghetto Nova where you will learn about the history of the Jewish Ghetto and how for years it was an important reference point for the European Jewish community. You will also see the outsides of several synagogues, visit Ghetto Vecchio, and explore several other hidden treasures in Cannaregio district.

Campo SS. Apostoli- Venice Through the Centuries North

Nothing compares to learning about a city from a personal guide, especially the crowded city of Venice. This tour allows you to see the best of what Venice has to offer and is a great tour to start off a vacation because you will gain useful travel tips, food suggestions, and site recommendations. On the Campo SS Apostoli tour, you get receive a great introduction to the history of Venice, learn about its main sights, hear stories about some famous Venetians, and learn about several other topics. This tour will cover the eastern part of Cannaregio district and the western part of Castello district.

Prague Old Town and Jewish Quarter

This tour begins at the Jan Palach Square. From there, you will head to some of the main historical synagogues, pass the Jewish Cemetery, and visit the famous astronomical clock in the Old Town. You will learn about Prague’s Jewish history by visiting various landmarks throughout the city and hear about the events that lead up to WWII.

Classic City Bike Tour

Why tour a city on bike? It’s much quicker than walking, more fun, you meet other travelers, and you get to enjoy the fresh air and a bit of exercise. On the Classic City Bike Tour you will see Prague’s architecture, culture, and history. You will ride through the New Town and Old Town, across the river to Lesser Town, through the Jewish quarter, and to the Old Town Square. While all tours are in English, they can offer the tour in other languages upon request.

Prague Historical River Cruise

This cruise through the waterways of Prague is a great way to relax and learn about the history of Prague through a new perspective. The boat departs from the Charles Bridge and passes the Prague Castle and “The Devil’s Channel” (Čertovka). There are complimentary beverages on board and your ticket will allow you into the Charles Bridge museum where you can continue to learn about the oldest bridge in Prague.

Terezin Tour

Wittmann Tours is the most experienced Jewish tour guide service in Central Europe and not only provides tours in Prague and the Czech Republic, but neighboring European countries as well. The Terezin Tour is for those who want to learn more about the history of the Jewish people in the Czech Republic during WWII. As a concentration camp, Terezin has many stories of both courage and human resilience as well as tragedy and sorrow. During this tour you will see the Terezin Museum, the Hidden Synagogue, the Magdeburg Barracks, and the Small Fortress.

Segway Fun Tour of Prague

If you’re looking for a unique way to explore Prague, the Segway Fun Tour is just what you need. You can ride up and down the hills of Prague while discovering the famous sites and beautiful landscape that Prague has to offer. From the Prague Castle to the Strahov Monastery, you will be accompanied by a attentive and knowledgeable guide who will share with you the hidden stories of the historic locations a landmarks. This is a truly unique experience you don’t want to miss.

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