Why choose this Lisbon tour ?
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.
Make the most of your Lisbon adventure
What makes Lisbon Old Jewish Quarter and Inquisition History Tour a unique experience ?
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.
Next, head to Alfama district and explore the Old Jewish Quarter, where Jews first settled in the 12th century and flourished under the rule of King Manuel I, who was married to a Jewish woman. Explore Alfama’s narrow streets and alleyways featuring hidden Jewish symbols, and learn about the daily lives of Jewish families who lived here, their trades, and their contributions to the cultural fabric of Lisbon.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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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Duration: 2 hours: Discover Jewish heritage in Lisbon’s Old Town and the Old Jewish Quarter. See São Domingos Church, Rossio Square, Praça do Co
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Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language – POLI018. - 2H:JewishHistoryGER,ITA,FRA,SP
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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.
Lisbon Old Jewish Quarter and Inquisition History Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Recommendations on the best things to do in Lisbon
- Private Walking Tour of Lisbon’s Old Town and Old Jewish Quarter
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Expert commentary on the history of Portuguese Inquisition
- Interesting facts about Lisbon’s Jewish heritage
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by ROSOTRAVEL Sp z o.o. Portugal.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Lisbon.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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.
