BA Jewish Heritage + North of the City Tour

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Come explore the history of the Jewish people in Argentina, from its colonial times to modernity. As we navigate the history, traditions and landmarks of South America’s largest community, we’ll explore the neighborhoods of Once, Tribunales, Retiro, Recoleta and the colonial city center of Plaza de Mayo.

We’ll go beyond tradition as we explore how politics and the broad history of Argentina shaped the Argentine Jewish Identity.

Discover the Argentine Jewish identity as you learn about:
-The origins and development of the Argentine Jewish Community.
-The iconic Jewish Gauchos of the countryside.
-The 1919 BA pogrom and the rise of antisemitism in Argentina.
-WW2 in Argentina: Peronism, Nazis, Allies, the hunt for Eichmann.
-The Disappeared Jews of the 1976 military dictatorship.
-The 90’s terrorist attacks and aftermath.
-Current events and challenges faced by our community.

What's Included

Tickets to the Jewish Museum and Libertad Synagogue (visiting Mo-Fri)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We will visit the Jewish Museum where we'll discuss the great immigration of the late 1800s

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Buenos Aires

    We'll visit the Libertad Synagogue, and the mother institution of Jewish life in Argentina, AMIA. We'll explore the Jewish neighborhood of Once, as well as Tribunales and Retiro.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Once neighborhood, one of the traditional Jewish Neighborhoods

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    See the Supreme Courthouse from outside

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Famous opera house colon theatre

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    The Mother Institution of Jewish life

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Foundational square of Buenos Aires

    35 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    La Recoleta Cemetery

    Visit the famed Recoleta Cemetery, last resting place of Evita Perón and other famous politicians, actors and personalities of Argentina

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Passengers will be required to present their original passports at the Jewish Museum and Libertad Synagogue.
  • THIS EXPERIENCE IS NOT AVAILABLE TO CRUISE PASSENGERS.
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