Jewish Madrid and Spanish Inquisition History Private Tour

Private walking tour and step into the layers of Madrid’s Jewish history. As you journey through the city’s historic heart, you'll explore sites from the outside that still whisper tales of a once-thriving community. Starting at the picturesque Plaza de Oriente, your Expert Guide will share stories of the old Jewish quarter that once lay nearby, where the Jewish community first settled

50 min

Moving on, the magnificent Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena stands on the grounds of what was once the new Jewish quarter, reflecting a time when the city was shaped by diverse cultures and the impacts of the Spanish Inquisition.

20 min

As you continue, you’ll pause at the Centro Sefarad Israel, a cultural centre that keeps the memory of Spain’s Jewish heritage alive, focusing on the Sephardic legacy that endured despite centuries of challenge.

20 min

The walk then leads you to Calle del Salitre, where beneath the surface lies a possible Jewish cemetery, a silent reminder of the past.

10 min

The tour concludes at San Lorenzo, where a synagogue once stood, marking the resilience and enduring faith of the Jewish people in Madrid.

10 min