Jewish Sephardic history in Lisbon
Overview
Explore the history and culture of our Jewish community during this small group tour in Lisbon. Portugal was one of the first world powers to recognize the Jewish people, and has served as an important home for the community ever since. You will stop by historic areas, important memorials, and landmarks, especially the Shaare Tikva, Lisbon’s synagogue, to learn about the history of various religions in the city.
What's Included
- Guaranteed to skip ticket lines.
- Visit the Sinagoga Shaare Tikva from the inside (tickets included);
- Small group tour with Professional guide;
- Guide will accompany you inside locations to explain its history;
- Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the program
Meeting Location
R. Alexandre Herculano 59
1250-010 Lisboa, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Alfama
1100 Lisbon, Portugal
NOTE: The end point may not be Alfama. It will be somewhere in Lisbon´s Old-Town. All depends on our travellers curiosity and physical capabilities. And also weather conditions ;-)
What To Expect
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Lisbon
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sinagoga Shaare Tikva
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Principe Real
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Praca Dom Pedro IV
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Igreja De S Domingos
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bertrand
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We are only able to visit the inside of our synagogue on Tuesdays and Thursdays!
- We will need Passport details (name, number, expiry and country) at time of booking for all participants for security reasons
- There is a dress code (no uncovered shoulders, shorts, mini-skirt etc.)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-11392P9
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Guaranteed to skip ticket lines.
- Visit the Sinagoga Shaare Tikva from the inside (tickets included);.
- Small group tour with Professional guide;.
- Guide will accompany you inside locations to explain its history;.
- Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the program.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Jewish Sephardic history in Lisbon is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Jewish Sephardic history in Lisbon will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Guaranteed to skip ticket lines.
- Visit the Sinagoga Shaare Tikva from the inside (tickets included);
- Small group tour with Professional guide;
- Guide will accompany you inside locations to explain its history;
- Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the program
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We are only able to visit the inside of our synagogue on Tuesdays and Thursdays!
- We will need Passport details (name, number, expiry and country) at time of booking for all participants for security reasons
- There is a dress code (no uncovered shoulders, shorts, mini-skirt etc.)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
