Discover the rich Jewish heritage of Rio de Janeiro on a half-day tour. Explore historic sites, visit synagogues, and learn about the Jewish community’s impact on the city’s culture.
Discover the rich Jewish heritage of Rio de Janeiro on a half-day tour. Explore historic sites, visit synagogues, and learn about the Jewish community’s impact on the city’s culture.
- Hebrew Union Shel Guemilut Hassadim - The tour will start with a visit to The Hebrew Union Shel Guemilut Hassadim, the oldest synagogue in Rio de Janeiro. It was founded by Moroccan Jews presumably in 1840, at a time when non-Catholic worship was prohibited in Brazil.
- Hebrew Union Shel Guemilut Hassadim - The tour will start with a visit to The Hebrew Union Shel Guemilut Hassadim, the oldest synagogue in Rio de Janeiro. It was founded by Moroccan Jews presumably in 1840, at a time when non-Catholic worship was prohibited in Brazil.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan / car
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan / car
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
The Jewish community in Rio de Janeiro traces its origins back to the arrival of the first Portuguese explorers in the 1500s. Since that time, Jewish immigration has been a continuous process, largely due to the support of Emperor D. Pedro II, a great admirer of Jewish culture. This tour highlights the key attractions of Jewish heritage in Rio de…
The Jewish community in Rio de Janeiro traces its origins back to the arrival of the first Portuguese explorers in the 1500s. Since that time, Jewish immigration has been a continuous process, largely due to the support of Emperor D. Pedro II, a great admirer of Jewish culture. This tour highlights the key attractions of Jewish heritage in Rio de Janeiro, guided by knowledgeable experts.
If possible, in addition to the listed attractions, there will be plans to visit the Beth El Synagogue and the Clube Israelita Brasileiro in Copacabana, which maintain a community pharmacy to assist those in need.
Note: The Beth Yaacov Synagogue (following the Eastern-European Ashkenazi rite) in Copacabana and the Beit Lubavitch Synagogue (Orthodox Chasidic rite) in Leblon can be visited as alternatives to other synagogues, based on client preferences.
Please note:
- Access to synagogues is subject to availability on the day of the visit. Entry is not possible during internal events.
- The Holocaust Memorial is open only from Thursday to Sunday.
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please dress appropriately
- Kosher lunch is available upon previous request
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
