Explore Florence’s Jewish heritage on a private walking tour. Discover historic sites, the Synagogue, and the Museum of Jewish Traditions.
Explore Florence’s Jewish heritage on a private walking tour. Discover historic sites, the Synagogue, and the Museum of Jewish Traditions.
- Ponte Vecchio - The Ponte Vecchio, an iconic symbol of Florence, is the only bridge that withstood the Second World War. It is renowned worldwide for its distinctive goldsmith shops.
- Borgo San Iacopo - Borgo San Jacopo is a street in the Oltrarno district of Florence, where one can find remnants of Jewish life from the Middle Ages.
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- Ponte Vecchio - The Ponte Vecchio, an iconic symbol of Florence, is the only bridge that withstood the Second World War. It is renowned worldwide for its distinctive goldsmith shops.
- Borgo San Iacopo - Borgo San Jacopo is a street in the Oltrarno district of Florence, where one can find remnants of Jewish life from the Middle Ages.
- Piazza della Repubblica - Piazza della Repubblica is an elegant 19th-century square, built over the now dismantled ghetto. Visitors can explore the remnants of the ghetto era in this vibrant square filled with lights and colors.
- Piazza del Duomo - In this square, visitors can pause to admire the magnificent Gates of Paradise, crafted from gilded bronze by Lorenzo Ghiberti during the Renaissance. The panels depict stories from Genesis.
- Synagogue and Jewish Museum of Florence - The main synagogue of Florence, located in the historic center on Via Farini, is notable for its copper green dome, a prominent feature of the city’s skyline.
- Entry tickets to the Jewish museum and Synagogue
- Expert local guide
- Entry tickets to the Jewish museum and Synagogue
- Expert local guide
Explore the vibrant Jewish heritage of Florence! The Jewish community in Florence, now nearly a thousand strong, has roots that trace back to before the Medici family’s rule, thriving through the trade of fabrics, luxury textiles, and the financial dealings of early Florentine banks. This prosperity endured for centuries, leading to the establishment of…
Explore the vibrant Jewish heritage of Florence! The Jewish community in Florence, now nearly a thousand strong, has roots that trace back to before the Medici family’s rule, thriving through the trade of fabrics, luxury textiles, and the financial dealings of early Florentine banks. This prosperity endured for centuries, leading to the establishment of the Jewish ghetto in the 1500s and the magnificent Synagogue’s construction in the late 1800s.
Join our tour to delve into the rich history and events that connect Florence with the Jewish community. The itinerary includes significant sites that highlight the flourishing Jewish society: the Ponte Vecchio, Borgo San Jacopo, Repubblic Square (the former site of the Jewish ghetto), Duomo Square, the current Jewish Quarter, the Museum of Jewish Traditions, and the stunning Moorish-style Synagogue with its distinctive copper-green dome.
Together, let’s uncover the enduring legacy of Jewish history in Florence!
- Please wear comfortable shoes
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
