Jewish Heritage Tour in Porto
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Overview
Our Jewish heritage tours in Porto are a balance between getting to know the Jewish history of the city while discovering the most important monuments of the city. Therefore, even if you are not Jewish this tour is a good way for you to get to know Porto.
Highlights of this tour
• Get to know how the Jewish community of Porto was born and how it developed throughout time
• Go on a quest for the lost medieval synagogue of Porto, diving yourself on the forgotten Jewish neighbourhood
• Discover the secret medieval streets of Porto: this is where the city was founded, and where the first Jewish neighbourhood of Porto existed!
• Learn about the life of the founder of the contemporary Jewish community
• Understand how Porto and its inhabitants behaved during the Inquisition
• Finish the Jewish heritage tour with a tasting of a kosher drink (we can’t tell you which one – it will be a surprise!)
Highlights of this tour
• Get to know how the Jewish community of Porto was born and how it developed throughout time
• Go on a quest for the lost medieval synagogue of Porto, diving yourself on the forgotten Jewish neighbourhood
• Discover the secret medieval streets of Porto: this is where the city was founded, and where the first Jewish neighbourhood of Porto existed!
• Learn about the life of the founder of the contemporary Jewish community
• Understand how Porto and its inhabitants behaved during the Inquisition
• Finish the Jewish heritage tour with a tasting of a kosher drink (we can’t tell you which one – it will be a surprise!)
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Wine tasting
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Alcoholic Beverages
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Centro Portugues de Fotografia, Largo Amor de Perdicao Building of the former Jail and Court of Appeal, Porto 4050-008 Portugal
We will start the tour near the Portuguese Photography Center, where the last Jewish community existed.
Stop At: Chafariz da Rua das Taipas, Rua Virtudes 2, Porto 4050-630 Portugal
We will walk in the medieval streets of Porto looking for the traces of the last medieval synagogue in the city.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Miradouro da Vitoria, Rua Sao Bento da Vitoria 11, Porto 4050-543 Portugal
We will have a Kosher wine tasting at one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Porto.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Igreja dos Clerigos, Rua Sao Filipe Neri, Porto 4050-546 Portugal
If desired by the guests, we will visit the beautiful Clerigos church.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Porto, Porto, Porto District, Northern Portugal
We will then head to Downtown Porto, to visit famous places like the most beautiful MacDonald's in the world (true story!).
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sao Bento Railway Station, Praca Almeida Garrett, Porto 4000-069 Portugal
Learn the secret symbology of the azulejos tiles of the stunning São Bento train station.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), S/N0 Terreiro Se 3 Centro Histórico, Porto 4050-573 Portugal
Lastly, we will discover where the city of Porto was founded, which is where it's first Jewish community lived.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Centro Portugues de Fotografia, Largo Amor de Perdicao Building of the former Jail and Court of Appeal, Porto 4050-008 Portugal
We will start the tour near the Portuguese Photography Center, where the last Jewish community existed.
Stop At: Chafariz da Rua das Taipas, Rua Virtudes 2, Porto 4050-630 Portugal
We will walk in the medieval streets of Porto looking for the traces of the last medieval synagogue in the city.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Miradouro da Vitoria, Rua Sao Bento da Vitoria 11, Porto 4050-543 Portugal
We will have a Kosher wine tasting at one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Porto.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Igreja dos Clerigos, Rua Sao Filipe Neri, Porto 4050-546 Portugal
If desired by the guests, we will visit the beautiful Clerigos church.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Porto, Porto, Porto District, Northern Portugal
We will then head to Downtown Porto, to visit famous places like the most beautiful MacDonald's in the world (true story!).
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sao Bento Railway Station, Praca Almeida Garrett, Porto 4000-069 Portugal
Learn the secret symbology of the azulejos tiles of the stunning São Bento train station.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), S/N0 Terreiro Se 3 Centro Histórico, Porto 4050-573 Portugal
Lastly, we will discover where the city of Porto was founded, which is where it's first Jewish community lived.
Duration: 1 hour
Meeting point
Clérigos Tower, R. de São Filipe de Nery, 4050-546 Porto, Portugal
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - we strongly recommend you to take comfortable shoes (no high-heeled shoes), a light scarf and a raincoat (if you take the tour during winter).
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- Portugal Tourism has recognized Portoalities with the Clean & Safe certification according to the Health Measures in Portugal. Before each tour, our guide will proceed to a safety and health briefing with all the information on how to comply with basic infection prevention and control precautions.
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
RichardWexler
May 2020
I’m old enough to remember the old phone company slogan, “the next best thing to being there.” That aptly describes the virtual Jewish Heritage tour of Porto. I’d actually walked some of these streets on earlier visits to Porto, but now, thanks to Sara, I understand what I saw. She’s a wonderfu...
I’m old enough to remember the old phone company slogan, “the next best thing to being there.” That aptly describes the virtual Jewish Heritage tour of Porto. I’d actually walked some of these streets on earlier visits to Porto, but now, thanks to Sara, I understand what I saw. She’s a wonderful, enthusiastic guide, knowledgeable about all sorts of aspects of Porto life, history and culture.Lisbeth20
April 2022
Fabulous tour with Pedro! He has an excellent command of the subject matter. He presented a vast amount of information, weaving numerous threads with an amazing appreciation and understanding of the intricacies of the historical, political, cultural, etc. components. Plus, he
Fabulous tour with Pedro! He has an excellent command of the subject matter. He presented a vast amount of information, weaving numerous threads with an amazing appreciation and understanding of the intricacies of the historical, political, cultural, etc. components. Plus, heM6634SJbethk
March 2022
Sara was an amazing guide. Her historical knowledge of the area is incredible including lots of hidden secrets.
Sara was an amazing guide. Her historical knowledge of the area is incredible including lots of hidden secrets.GalyaMo
December 2021
We took the half day Jewish Heritage and full day Douro Valley wine tour with Portoalities. Our tour guide Sara was phenomenal in her knowledge of history as well as current dynamics related to the area. She brought stories, texture and color to our experience. We visited spots well beyond the to...
We took the half day Jewish Heritage and full day Douro Valley wine tour with Portoalities. Our tour guide Sara was phenomenal in her knowledge of history as well as current dynamics related to the area. She brought stories, texture and color to our experience. We visited spots well beyond the touristy ones. I’m happy that we saw the city and the surroundings from the eyes of a person with passion for Porto; it made a huge difference. Check out Portoalities blog if you plan a trip to Porto. It’s a great travel blog.Ronster_12
May 2020
Sara is a self-confessed "nerd" when it comes to history. She also speaks excellent English and does in-depth research. On this tour, you'll follow her through areas of four Jewish settlements in Porto from the 13th century to the present day. Sara's description of the causes and effects of t...
Sara is a self-confessed "nerd" when it comes to history. She also speaks excellent English and does in-depth research. On this tour, you'll follow her through areas of four Jewish settlements in Porto from the 13th century to the present day. Sara's description of the causes and effects of the Inquisition in the 15th century is fascinating. You'll also get a feel for a picturesque part of the city and a few residents who are brave enough to be on the street right now. Most of all, Sara's personality shines through with her answers to all your questions. Take this tour even if you've been to Porto or plan to go in the future. Fortunately, she has time slots which accommodate our time differences here in the U.S.A.geraldm571
May 2020
Went on an online tour of the Jewish Quarter in Porto. Sara, the online guide, was exceptionally well informed and dialogue flowed as easily as if the tour had been in person. The format of a video walk with live commentary, stopping where necessary to give explanations, was engaging and allowed...
Went on an online tour of the Jewish Quarter in Porto. Sara, the online guide, was exceptionally well informed and dialogue flowed as easily as if the tour had been in person. The format of a video walk with live commentary, stopping where necessary to give explanations, was engaging and allowed for additional explanation. Sara is enthusiastic and has a sharp historical perspective. This is as good as it gets in these times to "being there". Highly recommend Sara as a guide. GM