Discover the fascinating Jewish heritage of Rhodes on a guided tour. Visit the historic Kahal Shalom Synagogue and explore the Jewish Museum to learn about the community’s rich history and culture.
Discover the fascinating Jewish heritage of Rhodes on a guided tour. Visit the historic Kahal Shalom Synagogue and explore the Jewish Museum to learn about the community’s rich history and culture.
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Rhodes Town - The history of the Jewish community in Rhodes dates back to ancient times. In the 15th century, Sephardic Jews, exiled from Spain, settled on the island. The name of the Jewish quarter of Rhodes, La Juderia, comes from their language.
Our tour starts from the New Town – not quite famous as the Old Town, but still full of remarkable…
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Rhodes Town - The history of the Jewish community in Rhodes dates back to ancient times. In the 15th century, Sephardic Jews, exiled from Spain, settled on the island. The name of the Jewish quarter of Rhodes, La Juderia, comes from their language.
Our tour starts from the New Town – not quite famous as the Old Town, but still full of remarkable buildings and places: for instance, the Old Port with their amazing statues – “Deer” and “Reindeer” - Jewish Cemetery - We will continue our tour with the Panoramic drive of the Acropolis of Rhodes Town, where you will be thrilled by the views of the East & West cost of the island!
Then we will have the walking tour of the Jewish Cemetery - one of the oldest and best preserved Jewish cemeteries in Europe.
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Rhodes Town - After that, you will have a possibility to fully enjoy the picturesque ancient places of the Jewish Quarter situated in the Old Town: the foot tour includes the
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“Al Chatef” street;
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Kahal Kadosh Shalom Synagogue - Visit the oldest functioning synagogue in all of Greece, and the only remaining synagogue on the Island of Rhodes.
You will be admired by the beauty of The Kahal Shalom Synagogue is the only remaining synagogue used for services on the Island of Rhodes
The Synagogue was built in the traditional Sephardic style indicative of the Jews’ ancestors. The Jews in Rhodes are primarily descendents of Jews who fled Spain during the Spanish inquisition -
Rhodes Jewish Museum - Visit the Jewish Museum (with an 800-year-old Torah of Rhodes)
The cost of the entrance is 4 euros -
Square of Martyred Jews and the Holocaust Memorial.
- Guaranteed return to the ship on time
- Port pick up and drop off
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional guide services
- Professional driver
- Guaranteed return to the ship on time
- Port pick up and drop off
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional guide services
- Professional driver
- Gratuity(optional)
- The Jewish Museum fee 4 euros ( optional )
- Gratuity(optional)
- The Jewish Museum fee 4 euros ( optional )
Experience the distinctive Jewish Heritage of Rhodes! Seize the chance to delve into the city’s noteworthy aspects from the perspective of the Jewish community. Gain knowledge about the community’s historical and contemporary livelihood – our guide will lead you through the history of the Old Town, showcasing the renowned Kahal Shalom Synagogue and the Jewish Museum.
Experience the distinctive Jewish Heritage of Rhodes! Seize the chance to delve into the city’s noteworthy aspects from the perspective of the Jewish community. Gain knowledge about the community’s historical and contemporary livelihood – our guide will lead you through the history of the Old Town, showcasing the renowned Kahal Shalom Synagogue and the Jewish Museum.
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.