The oldest existing Sephardi synagogue in Europe. Within the same building is the Jewish museum, the only existing one in Croatia.
Walk over the city and find traces of Jews who lived in this place since 1324.
Dubrovnik Jewish Heritage Private Walking Tour
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 2 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
, Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience., The Jewish heritage tour, 1/1/2021 - 8/27/2024
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Return Details :
• Dress code is smart casual; appropriate to a visit to the place of worship
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
They were wealthy and well-educated, physicians, traders, ship-owners, but second-class citizens at the same time. They founded a synagogue in the rigid Roman-Catholic city, today one of the oldest existing in Europe where they proudly exhibit its own heritage in the first Jewish museum opened in this region.
The focus is on the whereabouts of the Jewish community in Dubrovnik Old town, from the 14th c until today. From the Jewish fountain at the Pile plateau, over stone fragments in the northern part of the city to the Jewish street where a ghetto was formed in the 16th c, it evokes the life of Jews in Dubrovnik.
The neglect of religion and nationality marked a More recent history of the former communist state and left an impact on the Jewish community in Dubrovnik.
Today just a small number of Jews live in the city, but still they are prominent, influential, educated and successful. They proudly keep remainders of their ancestors.
Know More about this tour
Itinerary:
The oldest existing Sephardi synagogue in Europe. Within the same building is the Jewish museum, the only existing one in Croatia.
Walk over the city and find traces of Jews who lived in this place since 1324.
Inclusions
- Private tour
- Professional guide
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adults lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Traveler Reviews
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We took a tour with Vesna. The tour was perfectly paced and extremely interesting. She was very knowledgeable and gave us a unique insight into the history of the Jewish people in Croatia.
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We had a great tour with Vesna who was extremely knowledgeable and provided a great overview of Dubrovnik's and its Jewish community history.
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Vesna is extremely knowledgable in the Jewish history and overall history of Croatia. She is friendly and able to answer all questions. The synagogue is definitely worth the experience.
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Learning about the history of Dubrovnik Jews with Vesna was an incredible experience! She was so knowledgeable and we loved hearing about her personal connection to the Jewish community. Highly recommend!
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Our tour today with Vesna was excellent. We received a full history of the Jewish community in Dubrovnik, as well as an overview of the city’s history. The story of Jews in Dubrovnik was very touching, and it meant a lot how non-Jewish Dubrovnik community members supported the Jews and helped protect our artifacts throughout rocky times. Thank you, Vesna for carrying on our traditions!
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The guide gave excellent background about Dubrovnik and how it was relevant for the Jewish community
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She knew the story backwards and forwards, kept out interest for the whole tour. Kept us apprised of the story of Dubrovnik and the Jewish community
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Vesna was a fabulous tour guide. She is extremely knowledgeable about both the history of the old city and the history of Jews in the city. We learned so much from her! She was also very friendly and personable. We highly recommend touring with Vesna. You won’t regret it!
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Fabulous tour with Vesna. Information, entertaining, and extremely pleasant. 5 Star, highly recommended.
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Vesna is a fabulous tour guide. She is knowledgeable, patient, kind and extremely well worth hiring as a guide . Vesna waited patiently for me as I arrived late for our meeting time , yet she still extended our tour to cover all as promised. I would highly recommend her .