Bucharest Jewish Heritage | Private Walking Tour

5.0 (19 reviews) Bucharest, Romania
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore Jewish heritage on a private walking tour in Bucharest!

Your local guide will accompany you to the former Jewish quarter, an area of Bucharest so rich in monuments and history. The old Jewish neighborhood has beautiful 19th century temples and synagogues, hosting interesting museums that cover the history of the Jewish community in Romania.

The tour starts and ends in the heart of the city (Old Town), right in front of the Starbucks from the Manuc Inn (Hanul lui Manuc).

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Private tour
  • Optional coffee & pastries break
  • Entrance fees (in cash in local currency)

What to expect

  1. 40m · Admission ticket not included
    Holy Union Temple - hosting the History and Culture Museum of the Jewish Community in Romania.

    Entrance fee/donation: 10 lei/person.

    Interior visit if possible. (Closed on Fridays and Saturdays)
  2. Great Synagogue
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    During the tour we stop in front of the historic Great Polish Synagogue.

    The synagogue is currently closed for restoration work.

    But we will show you pictures of it and share its history with you.
  3. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Interior visit of the Choral Temple - main active synagogue in Bucharest.

    Entrance fee: 40 lei/person

    Interior visit if possible. (Closed on Saturdays and Sundays)
  4. Teatrul Evreiesc de Stat
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    The Jewish State Theater is a cultural historic landmark, a unique venue hosting plays in Yiddish and Jewish cultural events.

    Outside view only.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of the "5 to go" coffee shop from the Manuc Inn (Hanu lui Manuc)

End point

In front of the "5 to go" coffee shop from the Manuc Inn (Hanu lui Manuc)

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Dress code is smart casual and comfortable walking shoes
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

Cancellation policy

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

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