Jewish Heritage Walking Athens Private Tour
Description
The fact that there has been a Jewish presence in Greece for centuries eludes most people and even some Greeks! My tour takes about 4 hours and dives into the rich history of the Athenian Jewish community. We will visit the iconic Beth Shalom Synagogue a stunning building and much, much more. Next, we will explore the Etz Haim Synagogue, a symbol of resilience and the enduring spirit of the Greek Romaniote Jewish community. Then it's a short walk to the Holocaust Memorial of Greek Jews. At a bit of a lighter pace, we will visit the flea market and learn of its origins while searching for hidden gems. Continuing our journey, we will walk by the Ancient Greek Agora, that is believed to behold the oldest synagogue in Greece. Before the end of course we will see the Jewish Museum of Athens. Topping off our tour, we will eat a wonderfully catered meal at a kosher restaurant.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Visit one of the most beautiful museums in Athens to see the Jewish Greek past come to life.
At a bit of a lighter pace, we will visit the flea market and learn of its origins while searching for hidden gems.
Walk through the historical square of Athens to see a monument that represents a period of every Greek History and learn about its Jewish past.
Visit the two Synagogues of Athens, Beth Salo and Ets Hagim.
Walk to the Holocaust Memorial of Greek Jews that stands by Kerameikos ancient Greek cemetery.
Topping off our tour, we will eat a wonderfully catered meal at a kosher restaurant.
We will walk by the Ancient Greek Agora, that is believed to behold the oldest synagogue in Greece
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will be waiting for you holding a sign "Athens Jewish Heritage Tours"
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- After booking this tour you need to send your passport to the Jewish Community in Athens in order to visit the Synagogues. They need also to know the day of your visit. Please note that if your booking is last minute maybe they won't have the time to do their security checking.
Reviews(4)
Our Jewish tour of Athens was outstanding, thanks to Angela. Her knowledge of Jewish history and culture brought every site to life, and she made the experience both informative and enjoyable. What impressed me most was how accommodating she was regarding my multiple sclerosis. She thoughtfully adjusted the pace, made sure I had opportunities to sit and stay in the shade, and ensured I was comfortable throughout the tour. At the same time, she incorporated plenty of historical detail to satisfy my husband’s love of history. Angela perfectly tailored the experience to our interests and needs. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a meaningful and personalized Jewish tour of Athens.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and heartfelt review! We’re truly delighted that you enjoyed your private Jewish tour in Athens and that it was such a meaningful Athens experience. At TourInGreece, our goal is to create personalized private tours in Athens that reflect each guest’s interests and individual needs, so it means a great deal to know that your day was both comfortable and memorable. We’re especially pleased that the tour combined the rich history of Jewish Athens with a pace that allowed everyone to fully enjoy the experience. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable private tour in Athens or anywhere else in Greece!
Very interesting tour of Jewish life in Athens. Great to hear that Jews here feel very safe today. As elsewhere in Europe, horrifying to see and hear what the Nazi’s did to the Jewish Community and others, but grateful to the many Greeks who helped the Jews escape and took them in
Thank you for your thoughtful comments. It was a pleasure sharing the history of Jewish life in Athens with you. The story of the Jewish community during WWII is heartbreaking, but also inspiring because of the many Greeks who helped Jews escape and survive during the Nazi occupation. Today, Athens remains a safe and welcoming place, where Jewish heritage and history continue to be an important part of the city’s culture.
This was a wonderful tour with an outstanding tour guide. Angela not only educated us on Jewish Heritage abut also gave us a lot of information on Greece. She spent nearly 4 hours with us. This is one of the best tours we've ever taken. My thanks to Angela for this experience.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such a meaningful experience exploring Jewish heritage in Athens. It’s wonderful to know that Angela made your private tour both educational and memorable, she’s passionate about sharing the deeper stories of Greece, and your feedback means a lot to her. Spending time together and creating one of your best tour experiences is exactly what we aim for, so this makes us especially happy! We hope to welcome you again for another Athens experience in the future 😊
Angela was both enthusiastic and highly knowledgeable about Greek Jewish culture and history , she spent extra time with us and was relaxed and refreshing to spend a half day walking Athens. Her unique background and life experiences and travel aided her presentation and communication skills. One highlight was visiting the Synagogue!! We highly recommend this tour and guide!!
Thank you very much Mr Paul. We hope see you again maybe with another tour like Full Day Athens or Delphi tour...
