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Trastevere Hidden Gems & Rome Jewish Ghetto Small-Group Tour

5.0 (160 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Trastevere Hidden Gems & Rome Jewish Ghetto Small-Group Tour

About this activity

Small group walking tour of max 12 people.

Discover the hidden gems of Trastevere and the Jewish district. Underground crypts, secrets hiding in plain sight, stories you don't find in the guidebooks.

We’ll take a relaxing stroll through the alleyways of Trastevere and discover the hidden gems of this neighborhood.

For example, we’ll find a Bernini statue by casually walking inside an empty church. Then we’ll get access from the nuns to the underground crypt and ancient ruins of the church of Santa Cecilia, 5 meters below the street level.

We’ll continue to the Tiber island and the Jewish district, where you’ll learn lots of urban legends and local tidbits, that you wouldn’t normally find on a guidebook. As well as learning the ”lasagna” of history (the “layers” of history in Rome) that this area of Rome is.

This experience is for you if you don’t want to confine yourself to the obvious landmarks and want to live a less-crowded and more authentic experience of Rome.

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 12 people
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English
Operated by
Live Virtual Guide

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–13 years) · Adults (14–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Genuinely Small Group of max 12 people, Guaranteed (personal, relaxed, and never rushed)
  • Included: Also Suitable for Families (kids love it!)
  • Included: Entry tickets to the underground crypt still guarded by the nuns
  • Included: Direct Contact via Phone or Whatsapp for any questions you may have about the tour
  • Included: If you aren't happy with this tour, just text us and we'll refund you your full purchase price
  • Included: Knowledgeable and friendly local guide

Not included

  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not included: Food and drink

Itinerary

  1. Chiesa di San Francesco a Ripa Grande

    30 min

    In this church we'll discover the first "hidden gem" of this tour: the Blessed Ludovica Albertoni by Bernini

  2. Santa Cecilia in Trastevere

    one hour Admission included

    This church was built where once lived one of the most famous saints of Rome: Saint Cecilia.

    Cecilia has a very interesting and dramatic story. She was a tough woman, and you'll learn of her resilience while we explore the many layers of this "lasagna" of history. After getting special access by the nuns, we'll be free to explore the underground site where we'll find her ancient apartment.

  3. Vicolo Dell'Atleta

    15 min

    This narrow and beautiful alley is one of the most beautiful and peaceful corners of Rome. As well as being a very rich corner of history and secrets hiding in plain sight, such as the most ancient synagogue of Rome (which today houses a restaurant) and one of the most ancient athletes of Rome

  4. Isola Tiberina

    15 min

    An island in the heart of the river, in the heart of the city. Here you'll discover the place where only the true Romans are born and the bridge where Julius Caesar walked, most ancient in Rome.

  5. The Portico of Octavia

    30 min

    This is the Jewish district, also known as "ghetto". In this little and picturesque neighborhood you'll discover the building that inspired the design of the Colosseum, some of the most food destinations of Rome and the story of the Jewish community of Rome, which is the most ancient Jewish community of Europe.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • We'll meet by the church of San Francesco a Ripa.

    Your guide will be holding a sign with the company name, ready to greet you.

    You don’t need to worry about a thing, let us take care of the rest.

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Conveniently located in central Rome, this tour is easy to reach from landmarks like the Colosseum and the Vatican, and leaves you perfectly placed to continue exploring the city afterwards

  • This tour is also suitable for children

  • Please remember that during this experience you will also visit holy areas and clothing must be appropriate for the visit. Please wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees

Traveller ratings

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