Shared Jewish Walking Tour - Visit Libertad Synagogue + Jewish Museum
We'll explore the history of the Jewish people in Argentina, from its colonial times to modernity. As we navigate the history of a 200,000+ collective, we'll explore the neighborhoods of Once, Tribunales and Retiro.
We'll go beyond religious tradition as we explore how politics and the broad history of Argentina shaped and made it's Jewish population into what it is today.
Throughout our action-packed tour, we'll see AMIA, known as "the mother institution" of Jewish life in Argentina, which was targeted by a terrorist attack in the 90s, and visit the Jewish Museum and Libertad Synagogue. We will explore Once, a Jewish neighborhood and bulk trading district, strolling through synagogues, quinceañera party supply shops and fabric vendors. We will go to what we call "Diversity Corner": a place where just by standing 5 minutes, you'll witness all the diversity BA can showcase.
Please remember to bring your original passport, and comfortable shoes as we'll be walking over 4 kilometres!
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Shared Jewish Walking Tour - Visit Libertad Synagogue + Jewish Museum
What's included in Shared Jewish Walking Tour - Visit Libertad Synagogue + Jewish Museum
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Plaza Prof. Dr. Bernardo Houssay
Meet us at the gateway to Once, the most important Jewish neighborhood of Argentina. Here we'll talk about the colonial origins of the Argentine Jewry and see some spectacular murals honoring the doctors and first responders who cared for the victims of the terrorist attack that struck the most important Jewish institution of the area.
The most important Jewish institution which was targeted by a terrorist attack in the 1990s only to be rebuilt stronger than ever. We'll discuss this sad episode and take a look at the stunning memorial artwork
El Once Barrio Comercial
Explore the most important Jewish neighborhood in South America, with its bulk and garment trading districs, quinceañera shops, Kosher restaurants, synagoges and shuls. We'll see "diversity corner", walk into the Orthodox area and even see kosher phone shops!
Inclusions
- Tickets to the Jewish Museum and Libertad Synagogue included in price.
- Tips are not included
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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
- We meet at Houssay Square, in the corner of Junín and Córdoba.
End Points
- We finish at Plaza Lavalle, by the Jewish Museum and very close to the Colon Theatre, which we suggest you visit after our tour!