Jewish Marais District Private tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Discover the history and heritage of the Jewish community in Paris in an emblematic district of the capital: Le Marais.
Private tour with a guide specialized in the history of religions. You will be able to ask all the questions you want.
Tour includes admission to the MAHJ (Museum of Jewish Art and History Paris).

What's Included

private guide service 4hours
tickets to the MAHJ museum

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your professional guide will be waiting for you with at the exit of Metro St Paul (next to the Carrousel). Your guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
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    Musee d'Art et d'Histoire du Judaisme

    Explore the Jewish quarter of the Marais. Your private guide will show you where the “Pletzl” was located, the heart of the Jewish quarter. You will walk in the famous rue des rosiers to meet the local Jewish community and shops (Bakery, Falafel, Bookstore,….) Your guide specialist in the history of religions will teach you the history of the Jewish community in Paris since their settlement in Roman times until today. You will learn about the life of the Jews in the Middle Ages as well as their persecutions and expulsions under the reigns of Saint Louis and Philippe IV le Bel. You will see many plaques revealing atrocities during the Second World War. On the Wall of the Just is the name of the French who saved lives. They were honored by Yad Vashem institude. The tour includes the Museum of Jewish Art and History in Paris. Ancient tombstones, Torah ornaments or even magnificent chandeliers for Hanukkah. A particularly rich visit for anyone interested in history, religions and Paris.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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