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Full-Day Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul

By Guide Seyhan S.
Free cancellation available
Price is £11 per traveller

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Istanbul has been a crossroads of civilisations since the 7th century BC. The Jewish community, especially after the 16th century, played an important role in the cultural and social life of the city. If you are visiting Istanbul for a short time and would like to learn about the history of this community and the areas where they lived, this tour is perfect for you. Together we will explore some of the historic Jewish quarters of the city and visit important sites from the Byzantine and Ottoman periods. Join me on a unique journey through some of Istanbul’s hidden corners. You will discover charming streets and backstreets, local bazaars, and vibrant markets while experiencing the culture, architecture, and history that make this city so special.

Activity location

  • Neve Shalom Synagogue
    • Buyuk Hendek Cad. No:61, Karakoy, Beyoglu
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Neve Shalom Synagogue
    • Buyuk Hendek Cad. No:61, Karakoy, Beyoglu
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Check availability

Neve Shalom Synagogue-Museum
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Neve Shalom Synagogue-Museum
Pickup included

Price details
£11.09 x 1 Traveller£11.09
Total
Price is £11.09
Until Thu, 30 Apr
Full Day Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
£406.78 x 1 Traveller£406.78
Total
Price is £406.78
Until Thu, 30 Apr

What's included, what's not

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    Neve Shalom Museum
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    Government Fees
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Parking Fees
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    Professional Tour Guide
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    Lunch
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    Tip to the Guide and Driver

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Neve Shalom Synagogue

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Museum and Synagog The largest and best-known synagogue in Istanbul. It showcases the rich history and traditions of the Jewish community and offers visitors a unique glimpse into the city’s cultural heritage. Visitors can also explore fascinating exhibits and learn about the synagogue’s architectural and historical significance.

Fener & Balat

  • 1h
Fener and Balat are historic areas that once hosted a thriving Jewish community, with synagogues, schools, and cultural centers still visible today. Walking through their colourful streets, visitors can experience the unique blend of Jewish, Greek, and Ottoman heritage that shaped these districts.

Galata Tower

  • 1h
Galata has been home to a vibrant Jewish community for centuries, playing an important role in the district’s trade and cultural life. Visitors can still see traces of synagogues, historic buildings, and streets that reflect the rich Jewish heritage of the area.

Ahrida Synagogue

  • 1h
One of the oldest synagogues, dating back to the 15th century. (Please note that, to visit this synagogue you must send your passport photo minimum 24 hours before the tour starts.)

Kuzguncuk Sahili

  • 2h
Kuzguncuk is a charming area on the Asian side of Istanbul that was once home to a diverse Jewish community. Visitors can still see historic synagogues, traditional houses, and streets that reflect the area’s rich multicultural heritage.

Bogazici (Pass by)

We will cross the Bosphorus Bridge and head to Kuzguncuk, enjoying the breathtaking views of the city and the strait along the way.

Location

Activity location

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    Neve Shalom Synagogue
    • Buyuk Hendek Cad. No:61, Karakoy, Beyoglu
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Neve Shalom Synagogue
    • Buyuk Hendek Cad. No:61, Karakoy, Beyoglu
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

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