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See Lisbon from a Jewish perspective! Documents of the Jewish people residing in Lisbon dates back to 482 CE. However, historians and archeologists attest to a Jewish presence in Portugal that pre-dates Roman colonization.
Join us as we explore the most important sights of downtown Lisbon. On the way discover the amazing survival of Marranos (Crypto-Jews), the era of Kabbalistic study and the famous Portuguese Jews who have contributed to the arts, sciences and politics of the world stage. Lisbon’s distinctive sub-group of Sephardi Jews have unique rituals based on pre-expulsion Spain and Moroccan origins, which have survived over hundreds of years in secret.
At times, Lisbon’s Jews held social and political ranks with the favor of kings, and conciliatory relations between Muslims and Christians alike. These periods were equally marked by inquisitions, forced baptisms and brutal massacres. During the second world war Jews were reluctantly accepted as refugees, and in 1987 the President of Portugal asked forgiveness to the Jewish communities of Portuguese for all of their past persecutions.
Visits to the orthodox synagogue, (Closed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday), and the Jewish cemetery require advanced reservations. These sights are located outside the city center and not easily accessible from downtown. We are happy to make your reservation for an independent visit by taxi or private driver at an additional fee.
No hidden fees! Includes guide, entry fees, taxes and public transit, or taxis when needed.
