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A poster with a menorah and text about Jewish communities in Coimbra. 1
An arched passageway with a metal railing, leading to a gated area with a car parked outside. 2
An interior of a church with arched ceilings, rows of pews, and a central altar. 3
A historic square with classical architecture, a central open space, and a few people walking. 4
A narrow street with old buildings, a street lamp, and a parked car. 5
By João Mendes - Tours in Coimbra
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 163 per child
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the legacy left by the Jewish community in the city and learn about its passage here, always keeping the national context in mind. When did the Jews arrive? When did they leave and why, and how did they leave the country? Where did they live in Coimbra? What is your importance and legacy in the city and in the country? What connects Coimbra/Portugal to the Second World War? These are some of the questions we will try to answer along the way. To know places in Coimbra linked to its Jewish past, some of great national and international importance (such as the Inquisition Courtyard, or the Jewish Quarter). Discover the incredible legacy of the Jewish community in Coimbra.

    On this tour, if the reservation is made in advance, and depending on the availability of the Coimbra City Hall, I can request a visit to the historic Mikveh (the visit to the site will be with a guide from the City Hall).

Activity location

  • Igreja de Santa Cruz
    • R. Martins de Carvalho, 3,
    • 3001-801, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Praça 8 de Maio
    • Praça 8 de Maio
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

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Jewish Coimbra Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Tour in English

Price details
RM 163.20 x 1 ChildRM 163.20
Total
Price is RM 163.20
Until Mon, 31 Aug

Visit to Coimbra Judaica

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Tour in Portuguese

Price details
RM 275.11 x 1 AdultRM 275.11
Total
Price is RM 275.11
Until Mon, 31 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Souvenir (1 book - per reservation.) Whenever the reservation is made with a few days in advance)
  • Inclusions
    Visit to the Mikveh (if the City Council is available for the requested date)

Know before you book

    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Igreja de Santa Cruz

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
This Catholic church, once part of a powerful monastery, has extraordinary cultural, historical and religious value in Portugal and shares some links with the Jews that are intertwined with the origins of Portugal as an independent state. Curious?

Patio da Inquisicao

  • 25m
  • Admission ticket included
With the help of the guide and the exhibition, you will learn about the history of the dark court and prison of the Inquisition. You'll also have the chance to see some of the cells

Praca do Comercio

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
For various reasons, this square marks the history of Coimbra. It is also linked to moments of tragedy.

Fonte Nova - Fonte dos Judeus

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
discover a fountain originally built in Jewish times

Paco De Sub-ripas

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
In this street, we'll see the house where a great World War II hero lived

Coimbra

  • 5m
Medieval Mikveh—During the tour, we only pass by the exterior. If the City Council is available and receives the reservation for this tour a few days in advance, I can submit a reservation request. If approved, tourists will be able to visit this Menu publisher for 30 minutes, accompanied by a guide from the City Council, after our tour. The Viator tour guide will provide instructions on where visitors should meet and other details to begin this visit.

Location

Activity location

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    Igreja de Santa Cruz
    • R. Martins de Carvalho, 3,
    • 3001-801, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Praça 8 de Maio
    • Praça 8 de Maio
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

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