In 1496 the king of Portugal proclaimed a decree to expel Jews and Muslim from Portugal. But the presence of the Jewish community in the country is so ancient and significant that their heritage and importance is recognized until this days.
At the Cathedral Square
Meeting point at the cathedral Square. Introducing you the beginnings of the Jewish presence in Porto.
The primitive area where Jews used to live in Porto. Let's look to some remaining places.
From this place we will see some areas that still have Jewish names. And it's time to explain how Jews moved away to the main Jewish quarter.
The main street of the Jewish quarter. The place that hides some secrets.
A magnificent view of Porto right the Jewish area heart, with view to the esnoga steps.
The decree of 1496. Why and how the Jews had to become new Christians.
Some details about the arquitecture.
The inquisition period.
The Jewish community in this days.
At Cordoaria garden or Aliados avenue
Hotel pick up at UNESCO city center.
Flexible itinerary.
Licensed guide.
Transportation and Entrance fees.
I can guide you to Braga, Guimarães, Viana do Castelo or Douro Valley.
Depending on the city's works and covid rules, we can change the tour plan to be able to show you more details.
No, the sinagogue is out the UNESCO site. About 50 minutes away on walking.
We will see outside. The visits aren't authorized due to Covid rules.
No. The museum is outside the UNESCO site. But we can plan a full day tour and visit the museum.
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Ana. She was very knowledgeable about the subject matter, and she told us fascinating engaging stories. She was able to show us some of the key areas of Porto's old Jewish history, but because there are only traces remaining, she gave us the full background and explanations. I would recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in learning about this subject matter.
Thank you so much for your excelente review. It was a pleasure meeting you and welcoming you here in Porto.
Ana’s encyclopedic knowledge base of Porto and Portugal was amazing! She was incredibly informative while still being friendly, easygoing and quick to laugh. Her English was easy to understand and her plan for seeing the city was perfectly paced. I highly recommend Ana!
Thank you for your kind review and the delightful time we had together.