BA Jewish Heritage + Plaza de Mayo Walking Tour
Come explore the history of the Jewish people in Argentina, from its colonial times to modernity. As we navigate the history, traditions and landmarks of South America’s largest community, we’ll explore the neighborhoods of Once, Tribunales, Retiro and the colonial city center of Plaza de Mayo.
We’ll go beyond tradition as we explore how politics and the broad history of Argentina shaped the Argentine Jewish Identity.
Discover the Argentine Jewish identity as you learn about: -The origins and development of the Argentine Jewish Community. -The iconic Jewish Gauchos of the countryside. -The 1919 BA pogrom and the rise of antisemitism in Argentina. -WW2 in Argentina: Peronism, Nazis, Allies, the hunt for Eichmann. -The Disappeared Jews of the 1976 military dictatorship. -The 90’s terrorist attacks and aftermath. -Current events and challenges faced by our community.
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BA Jewish Heritage + Plaza de Mayo Walking Tour
What's included in BA Jewish Heritage + Plaza de Mayo Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Museo Judio de Buenos Aires
We will visit the Jewish Museum where we'll discuss the great immigration of the late 1800s
Buenos Aires
We'll visit the Libertad Synagogue, and the mother institution of Jewish life in Argentina, AMIA. We'll explore the Jewish neighborhood of Once, as well as Tribunales and Retiro.
El Once Barrio Comercial
Once neighborhood, one of the traditional Jewish Neighborhoods
Inclusions
- Guiding Services + Public Transportation included in price
- Tickets to the Jewish Museum and Libertad Synagogue.
- Optional visit to Paso Synagogue (5 US per person)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Passengers will be required to present their original passports at the Jewish Museum and Libertad Synagogue.
- THIS EXPERIENCE IS NOT AVAILABLE TO CRUISE PASSENGERS.
- Please note this tour involves walking around 5km/3.5mi.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The Cabildo building, under the arches.
End Points
- We finish at Houssay Square.