Jewish History Tour: From Conquistadors to Modern Mexico

Discover the fascinating history of the Jewish community in Mexico, from their arrival with the conquistadors to their contributions to the textile and jewelry industries and the modern financial system.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Museo del Templo Mayor - We will start with an introductory talk from a terrace overlooking the ruins of the Aztec Great Temple and other significant buildings. Then, we’ll walk on the bridge that crosses the ruins of the House of the Eagles and the Great Temple, introducing the modern peaceful coexistence of religions in Mexico after centuries of…
What's Included
  • Entrance fees to select public and private venues included or waived.
Additional Information

From the arrival of the community in Mexico along the conquistadors, five hundred years ago, and the fateful ending of some at the stake, to the neighborhood where the second wave of migration established themselves at the turn of the 20th century, amazing history will unravel as we share the advancement of the newcomers from tailors and seamstresses to…

Location
República de Argentina 15
República de Argentina
We meet curbside at the door marked #15, outside the main entrance of Porrúa bookstore.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jolief69
Nov 2, 2024
A wealth of information and knowledge - Stellar experience! So much history and information. Carlos Sanchez was amazing. He was an excellent guide, answered all our questions, was a wealth of information and knowledge. Highly recommend!!
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Sharonkn7986fn
Oct 28, 2024
Great afternoonn in the Historic District - Carlos was amazing. He is an encyclopedia of information. This tour includes not just Jewish presence in Mexico City. I would say it's a tour of the Historic District with Jewish leaning history. We learned about how the country was settled, trade routes on and on. I highly recommend this tour.
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S9223faclaudiap
Oct 24, 2024
An unforgettable experience. - The best tour ever! Carlos is an expert and a passionate speaker. It was an enormous joy to get to know my city with him. I’ve grown up in CDMX but didn’t know so many places and the vast history of the city centre. Carlos taught me so much. It was an unforgettable experience. Thank you so much!
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Mike_n
Oct 17, 2024
High recommend the tour and the guide - Carlos was absolutely great with abundance of knowledge and great attitude. The tour took us thru the centuries of Jewish history in Mexico and their relationship with local people.
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Julie_g
Oct 15, 2024
Wonderful tour!!! Carlos... - Wonderful tour!!! Carlos was an excellent historian and story telling person. Showed a lot of love to his country, able to share interest with other. Will strongly recommend to take a walk with him!!!!
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Samantha_k
Aug 3, 2024
Incredible day! Run, don’t walk to take this tour! - Carlos was such an incredible guide! So so knowledgeable and took extra time with us as our group was small that day. Thank you Carlos, for imparting your insights into us. We are richer for having taken the tour! Samantha
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Laura_s
Mar 27, 2024
Carlos was a wonderful... - Carlos was a wonderful guide! His fun and complete explanations of everything he showed us was very insightful. Would highly recommend.
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Paul_l
Mar 12, 2024
Great context. - A wonderfully intricate and unhurried context in which to appreciate the Jewish experience in Mexico City.
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Marci_s
Mar 9, 2024
A treasure in the Jewish community - The synagogue is a treasure. What a surprise. Our guide Carlos was so passionate and informed. Although not born into the Jewish faith he feels connected to the Jewish community and had many Jewish friends
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Howard_f
Mar 30, 2024
Good value and worth soing - Good content although not all factually current. Affable but with an edge. History of Mexico worth the price but Socratic method not useful.
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