Discover the rich Jewish heritage of Lisbon on a private tour through the UNESCO-listed Alfama district. Explore the old streets, learn about the community’s history, and uncover the impact of Jews on Portuguese society.
- Lisbon - Start your journey right from your hotel. Hear the history of the Jewish community from your guide while driving to the first destination. Get a unique chance to rub elbows with the residents of a small Jewish ghetto. Did you know that one of the biggest Jewish ghettos was placed in Lisbon downtown?
Stroll along the streets Alafama - the oldest district of Lisbon - the heart of the Jewish culture in this city. Discover the rich history of the community including how it influenced the city and the society. Experience the cultural delights meeting Portuguese Jewish Community at Ohel Jacob Synagogue.
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Miradouro da Senhora do Monte - Traverse centuries of history watching Lisbon from Miradouro da Senhora do Monte. Take a look at the city influenced by Sephardic presence in it. See the results of the ultimate social integration here.
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Alfama - Explore the vibrant streets of Lisbon’s oldest district. Your guide will take you to the neighborhoods where there was the biggest Jewish community of Lisbon and even the whole Europe: Chiado, Baixa, and Alfama.
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Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) - Visit Terreiro do Trigo, Terreiro do Paço, Baixa D. Dinis Wall and S. Domingos Church and feel the air of Jewish culture mixing and immersing into the European one.
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Chiado & Carmo - We will tell you why the Jewish community was important for the Portuguese Golden Age of Discoveries and we will tell about the intellectuals, the mathematicians, the cabalists, … Visit Chiado and Largo do Carmo.
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Largo do Carmo - Learn about the impact the Jewish community had on the Portuguese Golden Age of Discoveries and hear the stories of great Jewish people. Visit Chiado and Largo do Carmo. The headquarters of Carmo (Quartel do Carmo) is a very important building for Portugal’s history. Marcelo Caetano (former dictator António de Oliveira Salazar’s replacer) found refuge in the main Lisbon military police station at the time of the revolution.
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Associação Hehaver - Sinagoga Ohel Jacob - At the end of the tour, you will visit the Synagogue Ohel Jacob, where you will be received by one of its members. This is a truly unique place because it is tolerant and open to all Jewish people
- Travel in style in a luxury vehicle
- Explore both iconic must-see spots and hidden gems
- Personalized insights from a private expert guide
- Enjoy the comfort of private air-conditioned transportation
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Stay hydrated with complimentary bottled water
- No extra costs with all fees and taxes covered
- Experience the area’s unique local culture
- Palácio Pimenta / Lisbon Museum ticket – 3€ per person
- Tzedakah - 5€ per person (at the Synagogue)
- Gratuities
Experience the rich Jewish history deeply intertwined with Lisbon on this exclusive private tour. As you navigate the ancient streets of Lisbon, your guide will thrill you with tales of historical significance. You’ll acquire knowledge about the inception of the Jewish community here and its progression over time. Embrace over two millennia of Jewish history and their role in shaping Portugal.
• This private tour offers undivided attention from your guide as you peruse the Jewish quarter of Lisbon
• Unearth the mysteries of the timeworn alleyways of Lisbon with the assistance of your guide
• Understand how the Jewish community profoundly influenced society during the Golden Age
• Explore Lisbon’s oldest district and embark on a hunt for the UNESCO-recognised landmarks of Alfama
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
