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Delve into American Jewish history and heritage on a guided tour of the Jewish Quarter in Manhattan Lower East Side. See historic synagogues and hear the story of Jewish immigrants. Extended option: private transfers.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
2-hour: Jewish Lower East Side Tour (No Transport)
Explore NYC’s Jewish neighborhood and see the Angel Orensanz Foundation, the Educational Alliance, the Forward Building, the Museum at Eldridge Street, and more.
3,5-hour: Jewish Tour with Transfers
This option includes a 1,5-hour private transfer by car and a 2-hour walking tour of the synagogues and Jewish heritage sites on the Lower East Side.
The Lower East Side has long been a center of Jewish life in NYC, home to one of the largest Jewish communities outside Israel. With Rosotravel, journey through history as you follow the footsteps of immigrants who shaped this neighborhood.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide in front of the The Ludlow Hotel, 180 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002, United States
Itinerary
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Meet your guide in front of the The Ludlow Hotel, 180 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002, United States
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Private walking tour to explore the Jewish heritage of the Lower East Side. Your Licensed Guide will take you to sites that played a key role in the lives of Jewish immigrants. One of the most remarkable stops is the Angel Orensanz Cultural Foundation, originally the first synagogue built in this neighborhood.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You will also pass by the Bialystoker Synagogue, an active place of worship since 1826, known for its striking interior and deep historical significance.
Admission ticket free -
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As you walk through East Broadway, you’ll come across the Educational Alliance, a historic institution that once provided crucial support for Jewish immigrants arriving in New York at the turn of the 20th century.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Just a few steps away is the Forward Building, the former home of Forverts, a prominent Yiddish-language newspaper that played a major role in Jewish-American culture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Museum At Eldridge Street
Your journey through time will end at the stunning Synagogue-Museum at Eldridge Street, a beautifully restored 19th-century house of worship showcasing Jewish heritage and Moorish Revival architecture.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6New York City
Round trip transfer - A professional driver will pick you up from your accommodation in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle and bring you to the Lower East Side, so you can focus entirely on the experience. This hassle-free transfer ensures a smooth and relaxing tour from start to finish.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- The itinerary depends on the selected option.
- For the best experience, we provide 1 licensed guide per 25 guests. Groups of 26-50 will have 2 guides to ensure everyone can hear well and ask questions.
- The 3.5-hour option includes approximately 1.5 hours of round-trip transfer time. Travel time may vary based on your accommodation’s distance from the meeting point in New York City. We will arrange a standard car for 1-3 people and a van for groups of 4 or more. If you prefer a larger vehicle, book a 4-person tour.
- Wear comfortable shoes and dress approprietly for the weather, as the tour runs rain or shine! The guide will adjust the walking pace to your group.
- Have a special request or need assistance for individuals with disabilities? Let us know in advance - we're happy to help!
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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