Free tour
The Jewish Quarter - History of Synagogues and Communities
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Guru: Jeremy
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Registered on 31 October 2021
We are licensed Jerusalem guides passionate about sharing the city’s rich history and living traditions
• We specialize in walking tours of Jerusalem.
• Our tours combine archaeology, culture, and personal storytelling to bring the Old City to life.
• We believe Jerusalem’s diversity is best understood by walking its streets and hearing its voices
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Walk the historic lanes of Jerusalem’s Jewish Quarter on a journey through centuries of Jewish life, prayer, and renewal. Trace the story of Jewish settlement in the Old City since the destruction of the Temple, and discover how synagogues became the spiritual, social, and architectural heart of the community—a place of faith, celebration, and even refuge.
Explore the Ramban Synagogue, one of Jerusalem’s oldest active houses of prayer; learn about the unique world of the Karaite community. Step inside the Four Sephardi Synagogues to uncover traditions shaped by exile, resilience, and return(Requires Entrance fee). Visit the majestic Hurva Synagogue(Requires Entrance Fee) and discover the story of the destruction and rebirth of the Jewish Quarter and the evolving face of Jewish Jerusalem.
Along the way, hear the remarkable stories of the Tiferet Yisrael and Beit El Synagogues while comparing Sephardi and Ashkenazi traditions, architecture, and customs. while gaining insight into how sacred spaces reflect faith, history, and identity—then and now.
PLEASE NOTE: The tour works according to the Free Tour model, which means that the payment for the guides' service is done at the end of the tour and is the walker who decides how much it is worth; however, the tour requires some fees to be paid in advance.
Four Sephardi Synagogues - cash entrance fee of 15NIS per person
PLEASE NOTE: The tour works according to the Free Tour model, which means that the payment for the guides' service is done at the end of the tour and is the walker who decides how much it is worth; however, the tour requires some fees to be paid in advance.
Four Sephardi Synagogues - cash entrance fee of 15NIS per person
The Hurva Synagogue - Entrance fee of 20-24NIS per person(purchase tickets BEFORE the tour on site OR online here: https://travelrova.co.il/language/en/the-hurva-synagogue/#pay)
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Hurva Square
Standing in Hurva Square in front of the Golden Menorah. Your Guide will be holding a RED Folder
1
Outside visit
Ramban Synagogue Jewish Quarter
2
Entry not included
The Four Sephardi Synagogues
3
Outside visit
Tiferet Yisrael
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 12 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 3 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
The Jewish Quarter - History of Synagogues and Communities
