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Jewish Sephardic history in Lisbon

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Lisbon´s synagogue, Shaare Tikva
1506 Massacre Memorial
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Overview

Explore the history and culture of our Jewish community during this small group tour in Lisbon. Portugal was one of the first world powers to recognize the Jewish people, and has served as an important home for the community ever since. You will stop by historic areas, important memorials, and landmarks, especially the Shaare Tikva, Lisbon’s synagogue, to learn about the history of various religions in the city.

What's Included

  • Guaranteed to skip ticket lines.
  • Visit the Sinagoga Shaare Tikva from the inside (tickets included);
  • Small group tour with Professional guide;
  • Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the program
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Rua Alexandre Herculano
1250-010 Lisboa, Portugal

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Alfama
1100 Lisbon, Portugal

NOTE: The end point may not be Alfama. It will be somewhere in Lisbon´s Old-Town. All depends on our travellers curiosity and physical capabilities. And also weather conditions ;-)

What To Expect

Sinagoga Shaare Tikva

The start of the tour will be at the Shaare Tikva, Lisbon Synagogue, the 1st synagogue to be built in Portugal since the late 15th century.Learn the story of the Jewish community in Portugal (specially Lisbon) on this tour, visiting significant sites to the community in the Portuguese capital. Since the Jewish exodus from Egypt, and the journey through lands, countries, and continents as the ultimate nomads, they reached what is nowadays Portugal. Learn how communities appeared, disappeared, and reappeared; belonging everywhere and yet nowhere.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Principe Real

From the synagogue we walk through the Principe Real Park down to the Chiado neighborhood.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bertrand

Reaching Chiado, you will learn about a very famous Jewish writer and see one curiosity in the oldest bookstore of the world, since 1732, founded by Pedro Faure.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Rossio Square

Walk to the center of the Holy Inquisition, the Rossio Square. Column of Pedro IVIn the centre of Rossio Square sits the Column of Pedro IV of Portugal, known as “the Soldier King”. At the base of the pillar are four female figures that represent the King’s various qualities: Justice, Wisdom, Strength and Moderation.The D. Maria II National Theatre was founded in 1842, replacing the "Estaus Palace", that was headquarters of the Portuguese Inquisition since mid-fifteenth century.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Igreja de Sao Domingos (Santa Justa e Rufina)

Passing by the sight of the April 19th, 1506 Lisbon Massacre, you will learn what happened and why. From this day, and during the next 3, more than 3000 "New Christians" where murdered in the streets only being stopped by the Kings Royal Army. The epicenter, being the Sao Domingo Church.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)

In the Baixa neighborhood you will walk to the biggest square in Portugal, Terreiro do Paco, modernly known as Praca do Comercio. Here you will be explained a few very important situations that changed the history of Portugal.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Alfama

Find the hidden and forgotten signs of the Jewish communities that lived in the Alfama neighborhood and discover where the old cemetery was.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We are only able to visit the inside of our synagogue on Tuesdays and Thursdays!
  • We will need Passport details (name, number, expiry and country) at time of booking for all participants for security reasons

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Jewish Sephardic history in Lisbon?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Jewish Sephardic history in Lisbon?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Guaranteed to skip ticket lines.
  • Visit the Sinagoga Shaare Tikva from the inside (tickets included);.
  • Small group tour with Professional guide;.
  • Guide will accompany you inside locations to explain its history;.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the program.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Jewish Sephardic history in Lisbon is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Jewish Sephardic history in Lisbon will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Guaranteed to skip ticket lines.
  • Visit the Sinagoga Shaare Tikva from the inside (tickets included);
  • Small group tour with Professional guide;
  • Guide will accompany you inside locations to explain its history;
  • Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the program

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We are only able to visit the inside of our synagogue on Tuesdays and Thursdays!
  • We will need Passport details (name, number, expiry and country) at time of booking for all participants for security reasons
  • There is a dress code (no uncovered shoulders, shorts, mini-skirt etc.)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).

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