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Step back in time on a journey through Madrid’s hidden Jewish history. Uncover traces of a once-thriving community, exploring iconic sites that whisper stories of resilience and heritage. Curious to discover more? Join the Madrid Jewish History Tour!
Highlights:
• Discover Madrid’s Jewish history with a 5-Star History Expert Guide
• Explore Jewish history from mediaeval times through the Spanish Inquisition, and today
• Stroll through Madrid’s popular streets and plazas to uncover hidden Jewish history
• View Centro Sefarad Israel from outside and learn about Spain’s Jewish heritage
• Learn about a Jewish cemetery at Calle del Salitre and synagogue site at San Lorenzo
Journey through Madrid’s hidden Jewish past, where centuries-old stories linger in the city’s plazas and streets. Discover the history most visitors miss as we guide you through traces of a once-flourishing community. We've delivered 1,000s of tours to bring you this unforgettable experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide In front of Central Palace Madrid, Pl. de Ote., 2, 3, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Itinerary
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Meet your guide In front of Central Palace Madrid, Pl. de Ote., 2, 3, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Plaza de Oriente
Private walking tour and step into the layers of Madrid’s Jewish history. As you journey through the city’s historic heart, you'll explore sites from the outside that still whisper tales of a once-thriving community. Starting at the picturesque Plaza de Oriente, your Expert Guide will share stories of the old Jewish quarter that once lay nearby, where the Jewish community first settled
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
Moving on, the magnificent Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena stands on the grounds of what was once the new Jewish quarter, reflecting a time when the city was shaped by diverse cultures and the impacts of the Spanish Inquisition.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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As you continue, you’ll pause at the Centro Sefarad Israel, a cultural centre that keeps the memory of Spain’s Jewish heritage alive, focusing on the Sephardic legacy that endured despite centuries of challenge.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The walk then leads you to Calle del Salitre, where beneath the surface lies a possible Jewish cemetery, a silent reminder of the past.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The tour concludes at San Lorenzo, where a synagogue once stood, marking the resilience and enduring faith of the Jewish people in Madrid.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
- It is a walking tour, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes. We're not afraid of the sun and rain, so the tour will take place as planned, regardless of weather, so please check the forecast and dress appropriately.
- Please note that entry tickets to the attractions, food and drinks are NOT INCLUDED in this tour.
- For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get personal attention, ask questions and hear commentary clearly. We will arrange additional guides for larger groups, so the price will be higher.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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