Discover one of Rome’s most fascinating historic districts on a Jewish Ghetto & Forum Boarium Private Guided Tour, an evocative journey through ancient temples, medieval streets, Renaissance buildings, and centuries of Jewish history. Led by an expert local guide, this experience reveals the layered past of a community that shaped—and continues to shape—the cultural soul of Rome.

Stroll through the atmospheric Jewish Ghetto, one of the oldest in the world, where stories of resilience, tradition, and daily life echo between narrow lanes and ivy-covered walls. See the impressive Great Synagogue (exterior), the Portico d’Ottavia, the Turtle Fountain, and charming piazzas filled with kosher bakeries and family-run restaurants.

Continue to the nearby Forum Boarium, the ancient cattle market of Rome, where remarkably preserved temples still stand: the circular Temple of Hercules and the elegant Temple of Portunus. Explore the Arch of Janus, the House of the Knights of Rhodes, and the area around the Tiber Island, discovering legends of merchants, travelers, and river life.

A kid-friendly version is available with stories, treasure hunts, and interactive games that make history engaging for younger travelers.

You may enhance your experience with a food tasting in the Ghetto, a visit to the Great Synagogue Museum, or a walk along the river. Hotel pick-up is available upon request.

Tour Highlights 

• Walk through the evocative lanes of the Jewish Ghetto

• Admire the Great Synagogue (exterior) and Portico d’Ottavia

• See the graceful Turtle Fountain and lively historic piazzas

• Visit the Temple of Hercules & Temple of Portunus at the Forum Boarium

• Discover legends, river stories & ancient trade routes

• Kid-friendly version available with puzzles, stories & treasure hunts

• Optional add-ons: food tastings, Synagogue Museum, river walk

Recommendations

• Wear comfortable walking shoes for cobbled streets

• Bring water and a camera—this district is full of hidden gems

• Let us know if you prefer the kid-friendly version

• Ideal for history lovers, families & cultural travelers

• Combine with a Trastevere visit for an extended experience