Private Tour of Zurich’s Jewish Quarter, Synagogue and Old Town
Overview
Delve into Zurich’s Jewish heritage with this informative walking tour of the former Jewish Quarter and Old Town (Altstadt). See Synagogue Löwenstrasse and other Jewish sites, and gain a deeper understanding of the Jewish experience in Switzerland.
Available in
English and German
French, Spanish and Italian Languages
Highlights:
- Discover the Jewish side of Zurich with a 5-Star History Expert-Guide
- See the beautiful Synagogue "Löwenstrasse" and learn about its community
- Explore the former Jewish Quarter, its Jewish history and heritage
- Learn about the Zurich massacre, Richard Wagner’s anti-semitism, and more
- Enjoy a private walking tour tailored to your pace and interests
Zurich boasts a thriving and vibrant Jewish community, but its history highlights many struggles to gain legal and social status in Switzerland.
What's Included
- Sightseeing around Zurich's main synagogue and Jewish sites
- Recommendations on the best things to do in Zurich
- Interesting facts about the Jewish history of Zurich
- Private Jewish Walking Tour of Zurich’s Old Town and Jewish Quarter
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Entry to Synagogue Löwenstrasse
Meeting Location
Neumarkt
8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Löwenstrasse
8001 Zürich, Switzerland
End the tour in front of the Moorish-style Synagoge "Löwenstrasse", the main place of worship for Zurich's Jewish community since the late 19th century.
What To Expect
Theater am Neumarkt
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Neumarkt
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Schauplatz Brunngasse
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Zurich town hall
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fraumunster Church
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Paradeplatz
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Synagoge Zurich Lowenstrasse
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
- It is a walking tour, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing appropriately for the weather.
- For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get personal attention, ask questions and hear commentary clearly.
- We will arrange additional guides for larger groups, so the price will be higher.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour of Zurich’s Jewish Quarter, Synagogue and Old Town?
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Activity code: C-5489580P300
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- 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 (CEST).
- Sightseeing around Zurich's main synagogue and Jewish sites.
- Recommendations on the best things to do in Zurich.
- Interesting facts about the Jewish history of Zurich.
- Private Jewish Walking Tour of Zurich’s Old Town and Jewish Quarter.
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language.
- Entry to Synagogue Löwenstrasse.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tour of Zurich’s Jewish Quarter, Synagogue and Old Town is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour of Zurich’s Jewish Quarter, Synagogue and Old Town 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!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Sightseeing around Zurich's main synagogue and Jewish sites
- Recommendations on the best things to do in Zurich
- Interesting facts about the Jewish history of Zurich
- Private Jewish Walking Tour of Zurich’s Old Town and Jewish Quarter
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Entry to Synagogue Löwenstrasse
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
- It is a walking tour, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing appropriately for the weather.
- For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get personal attention, ask questions and hear commentary clearly.
- We will arrange additional guides for larger groups, so the price will be higher.
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