Can you trace your family back to Portugal? Want to discover your ancestral roots? Or just interested in a bit of Jewish history? Let us put together a private tour for you that brings the ancient Jewish communities of Portugal to life.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Wifi on board
✔ Your own Private Driver/Guide
✔ Private tour
✔ Free Hotel pickup and drop-off only in Lisbon
✔ Transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
✖ Food and drinks, unless specified
✖ Lunch
Pickup Locations
1. Imperador Hotel
2. EasyHotel Lisbon
3. Hotel Ibis Lisboa Jose Malhoa
4. VIP Inn Berna Hotel
5. Hotel Nacional
6. Pensao Estacao Central
7. Residencial Dona Maria II
8. Hotel Botanico
9. Altis Prime Hotel
10. Hotel A. S. Lisboa
11. Hotel Alicante
12. Albergaria Senhora Do Monte
13. Hotel Dom Carlos Park
14. Lisboa Pessoa Hotel
15. Alegria a Lisbon Boutique Hotel
16. Turim Terreiro Do Paco Hotel
17. Ever Lisboa - City Center Hotel
18. Memmo Alfama Hotel
19. Hotel Jorge V
20. WC by The Beautique Hotels
Additional Info: Pickups only in Lisbon Hotels
Itinerary
1
The Ohel Jacob Synagogue (“Tent of Jacob”) was founded in 1934 by a small Jewish group of Ashkenazic origin from Central Europe. This group of Jews, primarily Poles, would play a remarkable role in the dynamization of this religious space, a singular synagogue characterized by its openness to the outside, tolerance and understanding for Jews of all origins, especially the integration of the descendants of Marranos – or b’nei Anusim –, these sons of the “forced”.
Duration: 40 minutes
2
Walking Through Lisbon History
We walk on one of the most beautiful streets in Lisbon – Augusta Street – and see Rossio Square, with its famous Theater D. Maria II, previously known as the Palace of Estaus – the Inquistion Headquarters. Here you will visit the Jewish Memorial, known as Largo de Sao Domingos.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Alfama
We start out in the Alfama Jewish quarter, where you will discover the most ancient and traditional neighborhood in all of Lisbon. Wander with us through the narrow streets and local small squares – truly an experience not to be missed.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Baixa de Lisboa
Next, we visit the quarter known as Old Jewry, where you will see the majestic Manueline door of the Old Conception Church and learn about the rich history of the ancient Palace Square.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Miradouro da Graca (Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen)
One of the most beautiful views of Lisbon City just by side Sao Jorge Castle.
Duration: 60 minutes
6
Bairro Alto
We are now in the third and final Jewish quarter on our tour, the Judiaria da Pedreira, located in the Largo do Carmo Square in the Barrio Alto. The narrow streets and lively squares of the Barrio Alto make it one of Lisbon’s most famous neighborhoods.
Duration: 2 hours
7
Torre de Belem
Next, it’s off to the Belem quarter to visit the Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, and the Monument to the Discoveries.
Our day ends with an internationally known delicacy – the “pastel de Belem,” Lisbon’s delicious custard pastry, and our thanks for visiting Jewish Lisbon.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• Dress code is smart casual
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• Children must be accompanied by an adult