Private tour in Rome Monica C

Trastevere and the Jewish Ghetto Tour

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Monica C.

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Hello Everybody, I am a licensed tour guide based in Rome. I was born and raised in Rome, then I traveled the world because of my father's job. I came back to Rome where I graduated from college in History and Philosophy with a minor ( I would rather say: a true passion!) for art history and archeology. I lived in New York for several years and then I came back to Rome where I am blessed to "play tourist in my own city" as a job. I love my city, the Eternal City, which means " no matter who the ruler is" this city is eternal. I love to share the history of some of the most important and famous venues in town, but I also love to make my clients feel "insiders" when they explore Rome and Italy. Living abroad gave me the chance to see my country with different eyes and actually, I love being " a cultural bridge" for people who visit Rome. I do a lot of tours, but I am also very flexible when it comes to matching my client's expectations. I love helping my clients to tailor their trip to Italy from the moment I have the privilege to receive their first email. I will make sure to make your visit to Rome and Italy an unforgettable "album" of memories. I have a network of people helping me to do so. While you are in Rome, you would like to visit Pompei? We'll be there in no time with a day trip which will exceed your expectation. Have you always wanted to visit the gorgeous Capri? We will make it happen. I am also specialized in pilgrimages, such a the 7 Churches Pilgrimage and the Four Papal Basilicas of Rome. I can also arrange trips to Puglia to visit the Sanctuary of San Giovanny Rotondo where Padre Pio is and Monte Sant'Angelo All you have to do is sharing with me your dreams about what seeing in Rome or from Rome in a day trip. I am looking forward to hearing from you See you soon. . . A presto Monica I am a licensed tour guide and I am also licensed to tour inside the Vatican Museums. Some of the numerous reviews I received : 28/02/2018 Best of Rome. Friendly and Informative with a good sense of humour. I really liked the way she introduced herself and asked where we were from before the tour started, this is the first time I have had a tour guide do this. Angela 20/02/2018 Borghese Gallery She was wonderful and so knowledgeable. Sharon and Gregg 18/02/2018 Colosseum Express Monica gave us a great insight to life at the colosseum and a very clear and entertaining brief history . Brilliant. Helen 15/02/2018 Borghese Gallery Thank you, Monica, for sharing your passion for the Borghese Museum with us. We so enjoyed spending the afternoon with you and learning so much about the history of Bernini, Caravaggio and so much more. You shared your wealth of knowledge with us in a way that had us engaged and interested in all you had to say. I think you are one of the best tour guides we had I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.

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Overview of your Rome tour

This is an off the beaten path tour, which is perfect to get to know the heart of the Eternal City. Trastevere is the oldest neighbourhood of Rome and the Jewish Ghetto is not only old but so important from a historical and architectural point of you. The walking tour will start from Ponte Sisto, we will walk through the neighbourhood of Trastevere, stopping by the most famous churches and then we will cross the river and go to the Jewish Ghetto, admiring the oldest bridge of Rome, Ponte Rotto, so wonderfully pictured in many old paintings of Rome in 1800. We will explore the Jewish Ghetto and the Synagogue of Rome with the Jewish Museum.

Recent Reviews

Lewis K.United States
August 2024

Monica is a great guide with an enormous fund of knowledge about Rome, its history, and the people who made this history happen. She speaks perfect English, she knows the neighborhoods and the people who live in them. She directed us to best restaurants at reasonable prices. She knows when the tours begin where there are only guides within the institution (for example in the large Jewish Temple in the “Jewish Ghetto” She loves biographies and thus she can Put a personal touch on historic events -like linking the sack of Jerusalem by Titus to the influx of Jews to Rome itself Overall, an afternoon well spent if you are looking for accurate information on where you are and why it is there and what meaning it may have currently Lewis H. Kaminester, MD. FAAD, FACP North Palm Beach, Florida

Ellen M.United States
January 2024

Monica was fantastic! She is so caring. When my flight was very late and I was stressed.In stead of giving up on me, she switched me to the next day, even though she had family visiting. As a guide she was outstanding. (I'm also a tour guide so I tend to be critical but there was nothing I would change about her!) Her deep knowledge of history and philosophy is amazing. I learned so much (and I had been to Rome before and thought I knew it's history. I highly recommend her to anyone visiting Rome!

Sharon S.United States
October 2022

Monica Carosi is a superb tour guide. Not only is she knowledgeable, she becomes your friend in discovery and is an absolute pleasure to have along. We have had several different tours in Rome and she is the star.

Kimberly C.United States
August 2022

Fantastic tour and tour guide. Monica was extremely knowledgeable and was able to take us to places we could never have gone on typical tours!

Jeffrey K.Canada
July 2022

Monica, was super friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. In particular we enjoyed learning about the history of the Jewish ghetto and the tour of the catacombs. Very highly recommended

Cookie S.United States
July 2022

Monica is a very good tour guide. She loves what she does and is good at it. We wanted an off the beaten tour and she provided us a very interesting and complete tour. We left feeling more of the real history of what life was like li I got in Rome. Monica also met up at our hotel and we had a light lunch in the oldest "village" in Rome. On our next visit, Monica will again be our tour guide.

Your Rome tour itinerary

We will start the walking tour from Ponte Sisto, we will walk through Trastevere neighbourhood and stop at the Church of St Mary in Trastevere. We will them keep walking to the church of San Crisogno and visit the catacombs there. After that, we will visit St. Cecilia Church to admire mosaics of Pietro Cavallini and the first marvellous baroque sculpture in the church by Modern. We will cross the bridge, stop to admire the oldest bridge of Rome, Ponte Rotto, the Tiberina Island and then we will arrive at the Jewish ghetto on the other side of the Tiber river. We will walk on the ruins of Portico d'Ottavia, through the narrow streets of the neighbourhood, until Piazza Mattei and one the most famous fountains of Rome, the Turtle Fountain (partially made by Bernini). We will end the tour at Portico d'Ottavia where you will have the option to visit the Synagogue and the Jewish Museums.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

walking tour

What's included
Other: A walking tour with me as a licensed tour guide. Ticket entrance to the catacombs in one of the churches.
What's not included
Other: Ticket entrance to the Synagogue and the Jewish Museum.
Meeting location

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: We will meet at Ponte Sisto, on the bridge, in the central point on top of the bridge. If you want me to arrange a pick up at your hotel I will more than glad to do so.

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Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
450029
Languages
English
Italian
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Rome is perfect for travellers who want to explore the heart of the Eternal City, especially those interested in history and architecture. It's an off-the-beaten-path experience that takes you through the oldest neighbourhood of Rome, Trastevere, and the historically significant Jewish Ghetto. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.

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