Vivian F.United States
The tour was very informative and interesting. The guide, Andre P was very knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend this tour to anyone who comes to Porto…
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Private tour in Porto André P
Old Jewish Quarters in Porto Half Day Tour
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3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-7 people
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André P.
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I'm an official and a local tour guide, based in Porto - Portugal, with more than 12 years of experience who is extremely passionate about culture, heritage, and history. Still working in tourism and living in Porto, I meet people from all over the world, in order not only to share my knowledge about Portugal but also to learn new experiences from them. I speak English, Portuguese, Spanish, and moderate French. Solo hiker, music aficionado, and craft beer lover. My city tours/ experiences concern: culture, heritage, gastronomy, wine tastings, Judaism, architecture, and sightseeing. www. portugalwithalocal. com Social Media: @portugalwithalocal YouTube: Portugal with a local Currently, I conduct tours in these cities: Porto, Braga, Guimarães, Douro, Aveiro and Viana do Castelo Please, contact me for any customized tours or full day tours. Bachelor in History - University of Porto Master in Business Tourism - ISCET Inbound Marketing, HubSpot Academy Tourism Lecturer in several conferences and seminars I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or arrange one with a driver.
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Discover the old Jewish quarters and heritage in Porto
Overview of your Porto tour
Get to know the medieval golden age and rough times of the People of the Book by walking along the old alleys and streets of Porto, and knowing the true Dark Ages where the Sephardi Jews lived. Following a chronological line, the lifetime of the Jews in the Iberian Peninsula was made of ups and downs, this 3 hours walking tour encompasses their story, life and ancient remnants in Porto. Start your tour at the Cathedral's old quarter and visit the street where one of the synagogues was located. Afterwards, move to the Miragaia quarter & notice that the people of the Great Diaspora tried to adapt to the Christians' lifestyle by working alongside with them, with a huge proximity to the river Douro. Then, the Olive Field quarter was one of the ultimate Jewish urban phenomenon, with a few traces from the past and the chance to admire the memorial tablet referring about the 1496 Expelling Order. Please contact me with any questions or if you wish transportation, lunch or dinner. I can customize a tour for you.
Recent Reviews
David C.United States
Andre was a great guide. He grew up in Porto and knew its history very well. The tour was very informative and I would highly recommend it.
Michael S.United States
The tour was very informative and our tour guide André was very knowledgable. It was time well spent and enabled us to learn a great deal more than had we tried to do it on our own.
Henry B.
Andre was a wealth of knowledge in Jewish history in Porto. Highly recommend any of his tours. He tries to get to know you to best meet your interests .Also, a friendly young man who we shared a drink and dessert with because we didn’t want our tour to end !
Ellen W.
My private tour of Old Jewish Quarter was excellent. Andre, my guide, was very knowledgeable on the subject. We walked to many places in the city. It is not the easiest city to walk because of steep streets, cobblestone streets, and sidewalks. So beware. It took about two and a half hours.
Robert S.United States
Great guide and interesting tour in beautiful city of Porto.
Your Porto tour itinerary
1 - Cathedral (option to visit the inside, expenses not covered by me) 2 - Old alleys around the Cathedral 3 - University of Porto (only from the outside) 4 - Olive Field Jewish Quarter 5 - Virtudes Garden 6 - Miragaia
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking: we will walk an estimated distance of 3.5 km, during this walking tour. I recommend wearing comfortable shoes and warm clothes, especially during winter season.
What's included
Other
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Food, drinks and personal expenses aren't included.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: It's recommended to start this experience at the Cathedral's square - Pelourinho da Sé
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Religious Sites
History
Tour reference number
758531
Languages
English
Portuguese
SpanishActivity level
Light
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Porto best suited for?
This private tour in Porto is perfect for travellers interested in exploring the rich Jewish heritage and history of the city. It's ideal for those who enjoy walking tours and want to delve into the medieval history of the Sephardi Jews in the Iberian Peninsula. With André P. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into the cultural and historical significance of the old Jewish quarters.
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