3-Hour Porto Jewish Heritage Walking Tour with Local Guide
Description
Start this tour in the original core of the city of Porto, next to the pilory in front of the Cathedral. Follow the directions of the expansion of the city, getting to know the places marked by the jewish presence and the contribution of this community to the development of this mercantile city in the first centuries of the country foundation. From Pena Ventosa till Ribeira, imagine yourself in the medieval city, whilst you walk through the oldest streets and see what is left of the city walls and other medieval buildings. Find out also the role that the jews took during the discoveries and how three centuries of inquisition tried to erase theirpresence. Know the places of the old jewish quarters and how these are still imprinted in the city nowadays. End up this tour appreciating a nice view to the river.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meeting point
Visit the wonderfull cathedral
Now more about the old jewish quarter
Learn more abour the memorial
Witness medieval Porto
Learn more abour the memorial
Glimpse the view from this pont
Witness history
Discover this hidden gem
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Dress code is smart casual
- On this tour we go up through some stairs and steep streets, please be aware and bring confortable shoes
Reviews(419)
A very informative and incredibly well researched tour. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and provided a very in-depth tour that not only provided history of a gave local examples of the history. Highly recommend
We learned a lot about the history of Jews in Porto! Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Be prepared to walk many hills and stairs so wear good shoes!
The tour was very informative, Ricardo the guide was very knowledgeable and we got a good understanding of the Jewish life in Port - pst and present
Rafaela was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot. She was very attentive and checked in with us often.
Hello Amy, Thank you so much for your amazing words1 Rafaela really appreciates it, she is a very passionate and fun guide to have around! We hope to see you soon!
Excellent knowledge about the Jewish community in Porto. Highly recommend this tour. Even with our knowledge about the expulsion of Jews we learned.
Hello Sheryl, Thank you so much for your words! The jewish tour is a very interesting way to explore the amazing city of Porto! We are really glad that you got to learn a little bit more about this amazing culture! See you soon!
Really great morning, Ricardo was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot while getting our daily steps in. Recommended, and not just for Jewish visitors.
Hello Nikki, Thank you so much for your review! Ricardo trully is a very passionate guide about the Porto and the jewish culture and he is really glad that you enjoyed your time with him! We hope to see you soon!
Interesting tour into the history of the Jewish community, including visible historical witnesses.
Vielen Dank für Ihre freundlichen Worte. Die jüdische Kultur in Porto bietet wirklich so viele interessante Einblicke! Wir hoffen, Sie bald wiederzusehen.
Excellent tour. Guide is very knowledgeable. Answered all questions.
Hello, Thank you so much for your review! We hope to see you soon to taste more incredible wines!
Ricardo was fantastic! He’s very knowledgeable of Jewish history and religion, and how they relate to Portuguese history and the broader history of Iberia. I would definitely recommend this experience, you will not find this information in a travel guide!
Hello Paul, Thank you so much for your review, it means a lot to us! We are so happy that you enjoyed Ricardo, his knowledge is something from another world :D Ricardo and Efun Tours hope to see you again for another great experience!
It was brilliant .I learnt so much. The guide was interesting and knowledgeable . He explained everything so well. I would thoroughly recommend the tour.
Hello, Thank you for your words! We are really glad that you enjoyed the Jewish Tour!! We hope to see you again to show you the other treasures of Portugal!
