Step into the heart of Lisbon and embark on a captivating journey through centuries of Jewish history and culture. The Jewish Odyssey Tour is not just a walk—it’s an immersive experience that reveals the stories, resilience, and vibrant traditions of Portugal’s Jewish communities.
60€ per person (minimum 2)
Free tour for children up to 3 years old;
50% off for children between 4 and 12 years old.
On this walking tour, you’ll dive deep into the story of Lisbon’s Jewish community.
Visit significant sites, learn how communities appeared, disappeared, and reappeared, belonging everywhere and yet nowhere. Discover how the Kingdom of Portugal in the 12th century recognized the Jewish community as a distinct legal entity, with its own jurisdiction. You’ll stop by historic areas, important memorials, and today’s vibrant Jewish landmarks, including the Shaare Tikva Synagogue.
Hear about the diverse Jewish communities that have called Lisbon home since the Middle Ages. “Meet” remarkable individuals who shaped history, like Abraham Anahory and Aristides Sousa Mendes, the Portuguese consul who saved thousands of Jewish refugees.
Explore the narrow streets of Alfama, Lisbon’s oldest neighbourhood, and discover Jewish history at its core. Finally, experience today’s Lisbon, a city of tolerance, creativity, and multicultural spirit. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to step back in time and connect with a living legacy.
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