Jewish Coimbra Private Guided Tour

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  • Price from
    €59
  • Duration
    2 h
  • Group size
    Private tour
  • Guide languages
    Portuguese, English, Spanish

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    Overview

    Explore the legacy left by the Jewish community in the city and learn about its passage here, always keeping the national context in mind. When did the Jews arrive? When did they leave and why, and how did they leave the country? Where did they live in Coimbra? What is your importance and legacy in the city and in the country? What connects Coimbra/Portugal to the Second World War? These are some of the questions we will try to answer along the way. To know places in Coimbra linked to its Jewish past, some of great national and international importance (such as the Inquisition Courtyard, or the Jewish Quarter). Discover the incredible legacy of the Jewish community in Coimbra.

    On this tour, if the reservation is made in advance, and depending on the availability of the Coimbra City Hall, I can request a visit to the historic Mikveh (the visit to the site will be with a guide from the City Hall).

    What's included

    • Souvenir (1 book - per reservation.) Whenever the reservation is made with a few days in advance)
    • Visit to the Mikveh (if the City Council is available for the requested date)

    What you will do

    • Igreja de Santa Cruz

      This Catholic church, once part of a powerful monastery, has extraordinary cultural, historical and religious value in Portugal and shares some links with the Jews that are intertwined with the origins of Portugal as an independent state. Curious?

      10 min

    • With the help of the guide and the exhibition, you will learn about the history of the dark court and prison of the Inquisition. You'll also have the chance to see some of the cells

      25 min

    • For various reasons, this square marks the history of Coimbra. It is also linked to moments of tragedy.

      5 min

    • discover a fountain originally built in Jewish times

      5 min

    • In this street, we'll see the house where a great World War II hero lived

      5 min

    • Medieval Mikveh—During the tour, we only pass by the exterior. If the City Council is available and receives the reservation for this tour a few days in advance, I can submit a reservation request. If approved, tourists will be able to visit this Menu publisher for 30 minutes, accompanied by a guide from the City Council, after our tour. The Viator tour guide will provide instructions on where visitors should meet and other details to begin this visit.

      5 min

    Meeting point

    On May 8th Square, the guide is in front of the church entrance, with a green T-shirt and a yellow bottle.

    End point: On May 8th Square, the guide is in front of the church entrance, with a green T-shirt and a yellow bottle.

    Important information

    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.