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2-Hour Private Walking Tour Through Palma’s Jewish Quarter

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Palma, ES

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Join us for a captivating journey through Palma's Jewish Quarter, where you'll uncover hidden secrets and explore the rich history that shaped this vibrant neighborhood. Your private guide will lead you to the must-see sites, including the statue of Jafuda ben Cresques, a renowned 14th-century Jewish cartographer. Walk down Leather Maker Street and discover the fascinating story behind Can Miquel, an old bakery located on the site of the "sinagoga nova." Delve into the clandestine traditions maintained by Crypto-Jews, who defied the watchful eyes of the Inquisition to keep their faith alive. As you wander through the streets, you'll find clues and signs honoring Palma's once-prominent Jewish heritage. Marvel at a captivating mural depicting the captivating love and conflict that unfolded between two Jews in the Tower of Love. This two-hour private walking tour promises an immersive and unforgettable experience.

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2 hours
Suitable for 1-12 Participants
Private Tour
& Audio GuidedGuided Experience

Highlights

Visit the statue of Jafuda ben Cresques
Explore Leather Maker Street and Can Miquel bakery
Discover hidden signs and clues of a Jewish past
Admire a mural depicting a historical conflict
Visit the site of the main synagogue

Included

All fees and taxes

Not included

Lunch
Coffee and/or tea
Alcoholic beverages
Bottled water

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Introduction

Step into the vibrant history of Palma's Jewish Quarter with a captivating 2-hour private walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this tour will take you through the city center, uncovering the hidden stories and secrets of the Jewish community that once thrived here.

What to expect?

During this immersive tour, you can expect to delve into the rich history and cultural heritage of Palma's Jewish Quarter. Your private guide will lead you to the must-see sites, including the statue of Jafuda ben Cresques, a renowned Jewish cartographer from the 14th century. You'll learn about his world-famous Catalan Atlas map, which may have influenced Christopher Columbus in his travels. As you stroll down Leather Maker Street, you'll discover the fascinating story behind Can Miquel, an old bakery that was built on the site of the "sinagoga nova" or the "new synagogue." Your guide will share tales of the Crypto-Jews and their secret traditions, which they maintained despite the watchful eyes of the Inquisition.

Who is this for?

This private walking tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, culture seekers, and those with an interest in uncovering the lesser-known chapters of Palma's past. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group, this tour offers a personalized experience tailored to your interests.

Why book this?

Embarking on this private walking tour allows you to gain insider knowledge and a deeper understanding of Palma's Jewish heritage. Your expert guide will provide unique insights and captivating stories, bringing the history to life before your eyes. This tour offers an intimate and immersive experience, allowing you to explore Palma's Jewish Quarter at your own pace and ask any questions along the way.

Good to know

All fees and taxes are included in the tour, providing you with a hassle-free experience. However, please note that lunch, coffee and/or tea, alcoholic beverages, and bottled water are not included. The tour will conclude at the Jewish Majorca pop shop, where you can browse for souvenirs and explore the adjacent La Insular souvenir shop.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced this private walking tour through Palma's Jewish Quarter have praised the knowledgeable and engaging guides. They appreciated the in-depth historical information shared and the opportunity to uncover the hidden gems of Palma's past. Many reviewers also highlighted the personalized nature of the tour, allowing them to ask questions and explore specific aspects of the Jewish Quarter's history. Overall, customers were highly satisfied with the tour and felt it added a unique and enriching dimension to their visit to Palma.

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How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

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Is an adult required for the booking?

At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point

We will meet in front of the Starbucks coffeeshop in Plaça de Cort in the city center.

Starbucks, Plaça de Cort, 1, Distrito Centro, 07001 Palma, Balearic Islands, ES

End point

We will end our tour in our pop shop called Jewish Majorca shared with another local souvenir shop called La Insular which has an entrance on Carrer de la Argenteria 8.

Carrer de la Vidrieria, 9, Carrer de la Vidrieria, 9, Centre, 07001 Palma, Illes Balears, ES

Your Itinerary

Palma de Mallorca

We will be able to visit the statue of Jafuda ben Cresques, a 14th century Jewish cartographer who made the world-famous Catalan Atlas map that Christopher Columbus might have used in his travels. We will walk down Leather Maker Street and learn about the old bakery named Can Miquel that up until recently was still in use and is known to be built on the site of the “sinagoga nova” or the “new synagogue.” We will look for signs and clues hidden within the walls and street names that reference a once prominent Jewish past. Together we will admire a mural that was recently painted during the pandemic highlighting a well-documented history of lust and conflict that took place between two Jews in the Tower of Love during the 1300s. We will also visit the site of the main synagogue where the Montesion Church now stands and walk down the Street of the Wind where you may find something surprising.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews

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5 (17)

I713MSpaulm

Very informative. And Cristina was great. Highly recommended….. This hundred character requirement ought to be 25-50…

stevenmR5906QY

This was an excellent tour. Besides the fact that Majorca’s beauty and history rise from the streets, our guide- Denisse ( Didi) for whom a better word is educator- introduced us to the story and places of Majorcan Jewry. While it is a tragic story, the efforts of Jewish Majorca and people like Didi tell it well and are inspiring in their efforts to preserve our heritage.

K3341DFjudithk

Clara is a knowledgeable and interesting tour guide. She brought the history to life as we walked around Palma. We took a 2 hour tour, but would have enjoyed the 4 or 6 hour tours if we'd had the time. This tour was one of the highlights of my trip!

marinabG6084OE

Excellent guided tour to discover the remains of the past Jewish communities in Parma, included the Chuetos. Touching and meaningful memory quest. Many Thanks ! Pierre and Marina

michaeldP7973TQ

Great tour. Charming and knowledgeable guide. Eye-opening. A side of Mallorca which is probably not widely known. I definitely recommend.

Sightsee22265973304

Amazing tour by Denisse! She was super nice, very knowledgeable and did a very detailed tour around Palma. I recommend it.

Pennycrawfordd

Today myself and my Mother and our family friend had a walking tour lead by Dani. He was very charismatic and knowledgeable and was able to reveal a lot of hidden history of Mallorca and the Jewish Community that resided there - and still does! This was definitely money well spent, we have previously walked round and explored similar areas of Palma, but Dani pointed out many details and areas that we had completely missed and have lots of information about the history of the buildings. Even as non- Jewish people, we learnt a lot about Jewish customs and the ways that they would have lived in the past (and present!) Maybe next time we come to Mallorca, we will do a longer tour!

ellenfia

This tour was a highlight of our trip to Majorca. Our guide was full of knowledge and energy and took us back to the history of the chueta Jews. We learned so much in two hours and the time flew by so quickly. We highly recommend this tour.

922merilynl

One of the best walking tours we have ever taken… guide was so informative engaging and funny.. really a memorable experience.. we highly recommend this company

Climber59397849484

Great tour, Christina, was very knowledgeable. The tour was educational; the history of the treatment of the Jewish people during the Spanish Inquisition was very similar to WW II, such as limiting their living area with walls and creating ghettos. Christina also pointed out hidden icons we would have missed if on our own.

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