Great Synagogue of Rome (Tempio Maggiore di Roma) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Great Synagogue of Rome (Tempio Maggiore di Roma) in 2024?

You can only visit the Great Synagogue of Rome by booking a ticket to the Jewish Museum of Rome (Museo Ebraico di Roma). Currently, the museum costs €11 per adult visitor. Students under 25 can visit for €6, and children ages 10 and under receive free admission.

Q: What is the Great Synagogue of Rome, and why is it significant?

The Great Synagogue of Rome is among Italy's largest and most significant synagogues. Built in 1904, it is a grand, art deco building, and it serves a Roman Jewish community that can trace its heritage back several thousand years. Today, it is a major religious landmark in Rome.

Q: Are there guided tours available at the Great Synagogue of Rome?

Yes, there are guided tours of the Great Synagogue of Rome. Book them directly by calling the Jewish Museum of Rome. You must make tours and ticket reservations in advance, and tour groups are charged flat fees plus the cost of tickets. Non-affiliated tours offer another way to visit.

Q: Can you visit the Jewish Museum of Rome along with the Great Synagogue?

Yes—you must visit the Jewish Museum of Rome to access the Great Synagogue; you can only see it with museum admission. It’s worth discovering the museum’s highlights while you’re there, including all manner of important artifacts and Judaica; the smaller, neighboring Spanish Synagogue is also worth a visit.

Q: What is the dress code for visiting the Great Synagogue of Rome?

If you plan to explore the Great Synagogue of Rome, you should dress modestly, as the synagogue remains an active place of prayer. That means men and women should cover their shoulders and knees and refrain from wearing anything revealing. Kippahs are provided to males upon arrival.

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Rome Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue Small Group Walking Tour

Michelle_P, May 2026

This was the best tour we...

This was the best tour we did in Rome and would highly recommend it. Sara was fantastic, knowledgeable and engaging.We learned so much from her.Thank you so much Sara!!

Rome Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue Small Group Walking Tour

Bonnie_S, May 2026

Fantastic worthwhike ltour!

Outstanding guide. Sara was knowledgeable versatile and personal. She gave us a genuine perspective of not only life in Rome over the years, her own family's experience too. She gave us much history and perspective. It was one of the best tours i've ever had.

Rome Jewish Ghetto and Great Synagogue Small Group Walking Tour

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Exceptional Tour!

I strongly recommend this informative and interesting tour of the Jewish Ghetto, Museum and Synagogue. Our tour guide, Sara, was terrific.

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Lori_S, May 2026

Fantastic!!!

Sara Terracina was our tour guide for Rome’s Jewish Ghetto and The Great Synagogue. She was outstanding! We learned a great deal about the history of the Jews in Rome, and especially their life in the ghetto. Sara was extremely knowledgeable, professional, enthusiastic and interesting. We have taken many many chores over the years and I would say that Sara was the best tour guide we’ve ever had..

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Franca_C, Apr 2026

Wonderful

We had a wonderful tour with Sara, whose knowledge and genuine passion made the experience unforgettable. She brought history to life in such an engaging way, and it was a real pleasure discovering the rich Jewish heritage of Rome through her eyes. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a meaningful and insightful experience!

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Jennifer_S, Mar 2026

Sara is a great tour...

Sara is a great tour guide. She is extremely knowledgeable and gave us a comprehensive tour of the Jewish ghetto, Great Synagogue, and the museum. She gave us the history of Jewish people in Rome from ancient times through present day. I highly recommend taking this tour with Sara!