Jewish Quarter in Porto - Walking Tour

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Introduction

Explore the old Jewish quarters while passing through the highlights of the eclectic Porto. This is a fantastic tour for all those who want an experience through the Jewish culture, the most important families, influence in society, customs and economy of the city.

Feel the Jewish presence in the city and get to know the secret synagogues and all the places where the Jewish influence left its mark. 

In this walking tour through the city of Porto to discover the Jewish heritage, everyone is welcome.


      3 hours
Highlights

Get to know how the Jewish community of Porto was born, many centuries ago, and how it developed throughout time


Learn more about the important role of the city of Porto in Jewish history with a professional guide 


Find a lost medieval synagogue in Porto, diving into the forgotten Jewish quarter of the city


Explore the history of the city and understand the consequences of the Inquisition in the city of Porto 


Discover the places of the old Jewish quarters on a walking tour and how these are still printed in the city today

Key details

LANGUAGES

Available in English

DURATION

3 Hours

MEETING POINT

Terreiro da Sé (city centre)

SCHEDULE

Every day at 9.30am and 2.30pm

Full description

Discover Jewish Porto and walk through the streets where a community was born and developed that is supposed to have emerged even before the foundation of Portugal. Start this walk in the city centre of Porto and follow the expansion of the city as you become familiar with the places that were marked by Jewish influence, while our guide explains to you the importance of the Jews in the commerce of the city of Porto and in Portugal.

The first synagogue in Porto existed in what is now the street of Santana and, as the city developed, the Jewish community spread towards the river. From Pena Ventosa (centre of Porto) to the famous Ribeira district, imagine yourself in the medieval city, as you walk along the oldest streets and see what remains of the city walls and other medieval buildings. The city's Jewish quarter was located right in the heart of the borough, which in the 12th century was close to the Cathedral, in the area now bordered by the ruins of the Monchique Convent, the Torre dos Clérigos, the Cathedral (Sé), the Porto Customs House and the Ribeira square and tunnel - and where some Jewish altars remain, on private properties.

Learn about the role played by Jews during the period of the discovery on a walk with a professional guide, and how Pope Gregory IX began the persecution of religious sects that professed practices different from those recognized as Christian were considered heretics. Learn about the history behind the three centuries of the Inquisition.

Finish this walk in the Ribeira square and the adjacent streets, where the renowned Jews once lived: the physicists, the goldsmiths, the great merchants.

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Included

  • Guided walking tour with professional tour guide.
  • Visit the important places of the old Jewish community.

Excluded

  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips.

Cancelation rules

Additional info

Nearest town

Nearest Airport

Reviews

Jewish history tour of porto
Our guide Ricardo was excellent. He was extremely knowledgeable and was freely answering any questions we had. I rate the tour as a 10 and all this was the result of our guide. However, it became known to us that the guides do not get paid from the company. That is certainly not acceptable to me nor to anyone else in our group and for that reason I will not do another tour with the company
Debbie
Very good
fantastic activity!! so much to learn
Martha Dennis
rivetting
Ricardo was incredibly informative, wry and funny. It was an uncanny day to be on a Jewish tour of Porto, where one could not help hearing the stories of the inquisition through the matrix of horrors flooding in from Israel/Palestine. He handled the past with aplomb, making it come alive, without ever crossing the line into politics. I was so impressed.
Roger Friedland
Porto Jewish History Tour
Ricardo is a fantastic guide, incredibly knowledgeable, constantly researching the subject and providing a wealth of information. Plus the beautiful views of the city is a bonus.
Alexander
Definitely Recommend
Tour with Ricardo was very interesting and informative. Would highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in learning about the history of the Jewish people in this area.
Robert
Porto Jewish Tour
Very interesting and comprehensive tour. We learnt a lot, not just about Jewish Porto, but also about Porto in general. Highly recommend. Thank you.
Ludmer
Jewish quarter walk
Very informative. A-lot of walking but invigorating. George, our guide is very knowledgable. I would highly recommend him.
Elaine Levi
Very Informative
I really enjoyed the tour . Jorge was very informative and showed us all of the important information. My one suggestion is to include a synagogue visit as well . Highly recommend this tour !
Sari C
Wonderful experience
Our tour focusing on Jewish Porto was informative and easy to understand. It covered a large part of the historic city with comments on the monuments that were near or replaced the Jewish areas. Great tour for anyone interested in Porto history.
Rachel
Jewish porto
Excellent guide and great info. Would recommend.
Esther
Jewish walking tour in Porto
I recently had the pleasure of taking a Jewish walking tour in Porto, Portugal with George as our guide. From start to finish, the experience was truly exceptional. First and foremost, George was an incredibly authentic and knowledgeable guide. It was clear from the moment we met him that he was passionate about Jewish history and culture, and his enthusiasm for the subject was contagious. He had an extensive knowledge of the history of Jewish communities in Porto and Portugal as a whole, and was able to share this knowledge with us in a way that was both engaging and informative. What impressed me most about George, however, was his willingness to answer all of our questions. He was patient, kind, and took the time to ensure that everyone on the tour felt heard and understood. Whether we were asking him about the history of the Jewish community in Porto or the customs and traditions of Judaism more broadly, he always had a thoughtful and well-informed answer. In addition to his impressive knowledge and willingness to engage with our questions, George was also an excellent storyteller. He had a talent for weaving together historical facts and anecdotes in a way that was both captivating and informative. As we walked through the streets of Porto, he shared with us stories of Jewish life in the city over the centuries, and painted a vivid picture of what life was like for Jews in Porto both in the past and in the present. Overall, I cannot recommend this Jewish walking tour with George highly enough. If you are interested in Jewish history and culture, or simply want to learn more about the rich and diverse history of Porto, this tour is an absolute must. George is an exceptional guide who is passionate, knowledgeable, and always willing to answer your questions. You will leave the tour feeling enriched, inspired, and grateful for the experience.
Sol
Jewish Quarter in Porto - Walking Tour
We book the tour in the United States of America through the Living Tours website. They offered me and my family 5% discount. The tour was really cheap for all the information we got during the 3 hours. I recommend everyone to bring water and extremely comfortable shoes. Fabulous experience. Shalom.
Luca Abbott
Excellent price and excellent tour.
When I bought the tour I was afraid it was too cheap, but we also have to see that it is a walking tour. It was one of the most economical walking tours I've done so far, and the richest in the information. Congratulations to the guide Mariana for her fantastic general culture
George Hammond
Viendo los sutiles rasgos de la historia judía en Oporto
La historia del pueblo y la cultura judía en Oporto y Portugal es fascinante, extensa e importante. Nuestra guía turística fue excelente, y mientras caminábamos por el barrio judío y los antiguos barrios judíos, nuestra guía turística nos transmitió sus inmensos conocimientos sobre este tema, discutiendo todo, desde los acontecimientos históricos, hasta la arquitectura y la comida. Este fue uno de los mejores tours a pie que hemos hecho, y bien vale la pena. ¡Gracias por el maravilloso tour!
Liberata Ochoa
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