• Praça Dom Pedro IV 79/80 - Gather with your guide in front of Shop1One Rossio, located at Praça Dom Pedro IV 79/80, 1100-202 Lisbon, Portugal. Please refrain from entering the store as it serves solely as a meeting point, and the staff is not briefed about the tour.

• Sao Domingos Church - Begin your exploration at Rossio Square, a lively hub in Lisbon that includes the Jewish Lisbon Memorial. Visit the São Domingos Church, a place of historical importance for the Jewish community, where the tragic 1506 Jewish Massacre commenced.

• Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) - Discover the stories of denunciations, arrests, interrogations, and torture faced by those who resisted Christianity. Stroll along the picturesque R. Augusta, pass through the elaborate Arco da Rua Augusta, and admire the grand Praça do Comércio, where thousands of Jews were compelled to convert to Christianity in the 15th century.

• Memorial Jewish Victims - Proceed to the Alfama district to explore the Old Jewish Quarter, where Jews initially settled in the 12th century and thrived under King Manuel I, who was married to a Jewish woman. Wander through Alfama’s narrow streets and alleys adorned with hidden Jewish symbols, and learn about the everyday lives of Jewish families, their trades, and their contributions to Lisbon’s cultural heritage.

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• 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

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.

• 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.

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