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.

Highlights
  • 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

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Full description
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, and resilience of a community that has played a vital role in shaping the city’s identity!

Book a 2-hour tour of Lisbon’s Jewish history. 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.
Meeting point

2-hour: Jewish History Tour: Praça Dom Pedro IV 79/80, 1100-202 Lisbon, Portugal . 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. Open in Google Maps

2-hour: Jewish History Tour: Praça Dom Pedro IV 79/80, 1100-202 Lisbon, Portugal . 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. Open in Google Maps

Important information

What you should know

  • 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.