Barcelona Jewish Quarter

Duration: 2h
Languages: English, Spanish
Guru: Jony
Quality Verified Registered on February 14, 2020

Hi there, I'm Jony, a journalist and art student born in Argentina and living in Barcelona for the past 4 years. I created my tours to bring to light the rich history of Barcelona: centuries of history and characters that lived in these alleyways. My main goal is for each person who takes a tour with me to enjoy it while learning about the city's timeline, from the time when the Romans founded Barcino to modern and contemporary Barcelona. I hope to take you on an imaginary and real journey through the city.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
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Tour description

Discover the Jewish Quarter of Barcelona.

We will start the tour by walking through the streets of the Gothic Quarter, in the heart of old Barcelona, where we will get into the corners and alleys that gave life to the Call, the Jewish quarter of the Middle Ages.

We will talk about how they lived, their trades, customs, important personalities and the great cultural legacy that survived to this days. We will listen to some Sephardic music and we will appreciate the beautiful hagadot of Catalonia that are still preserved (a compilation of Pesaj books, the Jewish Passover). We will visit the great synagogue, the oldest in Spain and one of the oldest in Europe, and some of the most emblematic places of Jewish life in medieval times.

During the tour we will describe what happened to the Sephardic and Catalan Jews during these centuries; and how they were returning to these lands. The prosperous and happy life of the Sephardic Jews in the Iberian Peninsula ended tragically and abruptly with the expulsion of the Catholic Monarchs in 1942; but over time, and despite the fact that more than five centuries have passed, a new Jewish life makes its way through these same streets and corners of the city.
 
 

  • Learn about the history of the Jews in the Iberian Peninsula
  • Visit the emblematic places of Jewish life in medieval Barcelona.
  • Discover the beautiful hagadot of Catalonia and listen to some Sephardic Jewish music.
  • Find out about the inquisition and religious persecution.
  • Learn about the culture, trades, customs and great figures.
  • Find out what happened to the Sephardic and Catalan Jews from the year 1492 to the present.



Important:
If the days or times do not suit your availability, or the tour that you chose is complete, write me privately so we can always see how to coordinate.

Where to find me:
Next to the metro station "Jaume I" exit (next to the elevator door) on Placa de l'Ángel. I will be dressed in a black T-shirt or jacket, a yellow folder and a small blue backpack so that I can be easily recognized

It is recommended to arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the start of the tour.

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Jaume I, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
    Jaume I, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
    Directions
  • 1
    Outside visit
    the roman wall
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Plaça Sant Jaume
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Call of Barcelona
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Ancient synagogue
  • 5
    Outside visit
    MUHBA El Call
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Saint Iu Square
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Plaça del Rei

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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David 29 May 2023

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Travelled in group - May 2023
Jony was an absolute joy to have as our tour guide. He knew his history quite well and even provided us with additional information and links for after our tour ended. Highly recommend for the Jewish Quarter Tour.
Lorna 28 May 2023
Toronto

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Travelled in couple - May 2023
Jony was amazing! He was a wealth of information and had such passion about the Jewish history!
Rita 25 May 2023
Sydney

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Travelled in couple - May 2023
Jony was very informative and passionate about the subject. A great tour. Thanks Jony
Jean... 25 May 2023
Melbourne

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Travelled in couple - May 2023
Well worth the effort of finding the meeting spot Jony was interested, knowledgeable and held our interest He also followed up on his promises to furnish us with more information
Lineth 24 May 2023
Santa Cruz de la Sierra

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Travelled in couple - May 2023
Cuando a alguien le apasiona lo qué haces pues eso brilla y entusiasma, me encanto el tour y saber tantos detalles q ayudan a entender cosas que no siempre te cuentan. Queres conocer en profundidad y asombrarte con datos q no imagináis? Pues este es tu tour!!
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 10 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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