Shared Jewish Walking Tour - Visit Libertad Synagogue + Jewish Museum
Description
We'll explore the history of the Jewish people in Argentina, from its colonial times to modernity. As we navigate the history of a 200,000+ collective, we'll explore the neighborhoods of Once, Tribunales and Retiro. We'll go beyond religious tradition as we explore how politics and the broad history of Argentina shaped and made it's Jewish population into what it is today. Throughout our action-packed tour, we'll see AMIA, known as "the mother institution" of Jewish life in Argentina, which was targeted by a terrorist attack in the 90s, and visit the Jewish Museum and Libertad Synagogue. We will explore Once, a Jewish neighborhood and bulk trading district, strolling through synagogues, quinceañera party supply shops and fabric vendors. We will go to what we call "Diversity Corner": a place where just by standing 5 minutes, you'll witness all the diversity BA can showcase. Please remember to bring your original passport, and comfortable shoes as we'll be walking over 4 kilometres!
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Itinerary
Meet us at the gateway to Once, the most important Jewish neighborhood of Argentina. Here we'll talk about the colonial origins of the Argentine Jewry and see some spectacular murals honoring the doctors and first responders who cared for the victims of the terrorist attack that struck the most important Jewish institution of the area.
The most important Jewish institution which was targeted by a terrorist attack in the 1990s only to be rebuilt stronger than ever. We'll discuss this sad episode and take a look at the stunning memorial artwork
Explore the most important Jewish neighborhood in South America, with its bulk and garment trading districs, quinceañera shops, Kosher restaurants, synagoges and shuls. We'll see "diversity corner", walk into the Orthodox area and even see kosher phone shops!
We will visit the Jewish Museum where we'll discuss the great immigration of the late 1800s
We'll visit the Libertad Synagogue, and see from outside the mother institution of Jewish life in Argentina, AMIA. We'll explore the Jewish neighborhood of Once, as well as Tribunales and Retiro.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- THIS EXPERIENCE IS NOT AVAILABLE TO CRUISE PASSENGERS.
- Please note this tour involves walking around 5km/3.5mi.
Reviews(34)
It was very informative about the history and situation of Jews in Buenos Aires. The synagogue and museum were very informative and helpful.
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Guide was nice but didn't feel she delved into history of Jews as much as I would've like. But did provide other general background info on Argentina, not specific to Jewish settlement and life
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We did get informed abt bringing a passport via text, or regular email so missed part of the experience.:( Leader was not well organized and did not seem professional. Seemed sweet but not a great resource. We have taken a Jewish tours elsewhere and leaders seemed more mature and informed.
The guide for this tour was Melanie, who has consistently earned over 30 5 star reviews in the last year for her outstanding tours. Unfortunately, this guest did not bring their passport (after we messaged them about it two different times), left the tour early, and then proceeded to request a refund on the grounds of the guides' shirt having creases (!). After we denied the request for a refund, this guest left a 2 star review - the lowest this tour has ever gotten, on any platform. Please make of this what you will - we stand by our team in this case.
Excellent tour. Our guide was terrific - personable and knowledgeable. Lots of walking. Great history.
Be prepared to walk 4 miles. It is an interesting and historical tour. We really liked it. Cande was our tour guide and was able to tell us her family history in Argentina as well.
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The tour guide Candela was very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was very interesting and illuminating as to the rich Jewish history in Buenos Aires, both the good and the sad. Be prepared to be on your feet for a few hours. Highly recommend this tour.
Very interesting tour Melanie our tour guide was Fantastic very knowledgeable We met some great people as well Synagogues beautiful
Our experience was good. It was informative and enjoyable. We learned a lot about the terrorist attacks in Buenos Aires
A good bit of walking and standing and lots of stairs in some places. Guide was passionate, enthusiastic and very well informed! We learned so much!
Had a very enjoyable and informative few hours with our tour guide Melanie. Would recommend this tour to anyone who's interested in the history of the Jewish people in Buenas Aires, Argentina.
Thank you! We organize full trips to Argentina, we hope to see you again!
