1 Hour Walking Tour The Ancient Jewish Quarter in Lecce

4.8 (16 reviews) Lecce, Italy
Duration1h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Begin your journey through the streets and alleys of medieval Lecce, focusing on its Jewish community. Visit Via della Sinagoga, the ancient path that led to one of the most important synagogues in Salento. Next, discover Vico della Saponea and walk along Via Abramo Balmes, a street dedicated to one of the city's most influential Jewish figures.

Visit the basement of the old synagogue which now houses the Jewish Museum. Here you will find purification tanks, mikvehs and a mezuzah. Learn more about the Jewish community, including why Jews were forced to leave Lecce.

Options

Group tour in English
Group tour in Italian

What's included

  • Entrance ticket to the Jewish Museum of Lecce
  • Snacks

What to expect

  1. Jewish Museum Lecce
    30m · Admission ticket included
    You will visit with the guide the basement of the ancient synagogue, the current Jewish Museum of Lecce.
  2. 10m
    Visit Via della Sinagoga, the ancient path that led to one of the most important synagogues in Salento.
  3. 10m
    you will visit Via Abramo Balmes, a street dedicated to one of the most influential Jewish figures in the city.
  4. 10m
    You will discover via della soapa, where soaps were made.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point at the Agency, in front of the splendid Basilica of Santa Croce.

End point

Meeting point at the Agency, in front of the splendid Basilica of Santa Croce.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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4.8 (16)

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