The term Ghetto originally comes from theVenetian word “getar” meaning to cast. Venice has always welcomed differentreligious orders and nationalities. Although many where restricted to their ownareas, the Jewish Ghetto was the only one to be locked in. Your private guidewill lead you through the Ghetto and teach you the historical importance andcontribution of the Jewish population during the Serenissima Republic. The tourstarts at your hotel where your guide will pick you up and will take you to theGhetto, passing the characteristic surrounding area of Cannaregio, and thenthey will introduce you to the guide of the Synagogues who will accompany youprivately into the stunning rooms and explain the Ghetto’s history andcuriosities.
