How did the Portuguese Inquisition affect the lives of Jewish people in medieval Lisbon? Take this private tour of the Old Jewish Quarter in Alfama and discover Lisbon’s forgotten Jewish heritage. See the Rossio Square, Praça do Comércio, and more.
Available in English and Portuguese German, Spanish , French and Italian Languages
Explore Lisbon’s Old Jewish Quarter with a 5-Star History Expert-Guide Learn about the origins and consequences of the Portuguese Inquisition See old Jewish houses and learn about the Jewish life in medieval Lisbon Discover the sites of the executions and forced baptisms of Jews Enjoy a history-filled tour tailored to your interests
The story of Jewish people in Lisbon cannot be told without mentioning the Portuguese Inquisition, but you will learn so much more on this walking tour! Discover the traces of Lisbon’s Old Jewish Quarter in Alfama district. Experience the history, culture.
Duration: 2 hours: Discover Jewish heritage in Lisbon's Old Town and the Old Jewish Quarter. See São Domingos Church, Rossio Square
,: Praça do Comércio and other historic sites.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - POLI018.
Meet your guide in front of Shop1One Rossio, Praça Dom Pedro IV 79/80, 1100-202 Lisbon, Portugal. Please do not enter the store it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Start your journey at Rossio Square, a bustling center of Lisbon featuring the Jewish Lisbon Memorial. See the São Domingos Church, a site of significant historical events for the Jewish community, where the 1506 Jewish Massacre began.
Learn about the denunciations, arrests, interrogations and torture endured by the citizens who rejected Christianity. Walk down the charming R. Augusta, pass the ornate Arco da Rua Augusta, and see the monumental Praça do Comércio, where thousands of Jews were forced to be baptized in the 15th century.
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Information for the customer (Know before you go) - 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.