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Jewish History São Paulo Downtown Private Walking Tour

By Rosotravel - Ghent City Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $253 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

How did immigrant faith shape São Paulo? Walk Bom Retiro with a Private Licensed Guide to see Jewish landmarks, synagogues, the Holocaust Memorial and more.

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Discover Jewish Bom Retiro with a 5-Star Private Licensed Guide
  • See Casa do Povo, Shil da Vila and São Paulo’s Jewish landmarks
  • Learn how immigrant faith and resilience shaped Bom Retiro’s identity
  • Reflect on WWII memory at São Paulo Holocaust Memorial from outside
  • Admire Lubavitch and Ahavat Reim synagogues along historic streets

Explore Jewish heritage in São Paulo’s Bom Retiro on a Private Walking Tour with a Licensed Guide. See synagogues, cultural landmarks, memorials and local streets that shaped immigrant life, all from an expert perspective. Book now and connect with a powerful side of the city!

This private tour is suitable for solo travelers, couples, families, heritage travelers and anyone interested in Jewish history, immigration and São Paulo’s diverse identity.

Activity location

  • Nonaz Bar & Lanches
    • 331 Rua Talmud Thorá
    • 01126-020, Bom Retiro, São Paulo, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Niágara Bar e Lanches
    • 12 Rua Três Rios
    • 01124-000, Bom Retiro, São Paulo, Brazil

Check availability

2-hour: Jewish Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: Visit São Paulo’s Bom Retiro Jewish district to see Casa do Povo, Shil da Vila, the Holocaust Memorial, Lubavitch and Ahavat
Reim from outside. The tour: will be led by a Private Guide who is fluent in your chosen language.
Jewish History Expert-Guide: Official Expert Licensed Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. BRSP002

Price details
$253.42 x 1 Adult$253.42
Total
Price is $253.42

2H: FRE, ITA

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: Explore São Paulo’s Jewish history and iconic sites. See the Sinagoga Talmud Thora Lubavitch,
,: Memorial da Imigração Judaica e do Holocausto, and Sinagoga Ahavat Reim.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - BRSP002

Price details
$253.42 x 1 Adult$253.42
Total
Price is $253.42

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Walking Tour of São Paulo's Old Jewish Quarter
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Interesting facts about Jewish history and culture
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Jewish History Expert-Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Recommendations of local restaurants, cafes and pubs
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Insider tips on the best things to do in São Paulo
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entry to synagogues
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tickets to attractions
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
  • This is a moderately-paced walking tour covering approximately 25-30 minutes on foot, including some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adjust the pace to suit your group.
  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing appropriately for the weather, rain or shine!
  • Food and drinks are not included in the price but your guide will happily offer recommendations to enhance your visit.
  • To ensure a quality experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide. We will arrange additional guides for larger groups, so the price will be higher.
  • Due to restricted access, entry to synagogues is not included in this tour.
  • Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!

Activity itinerary

Nonaz Bar & Lanches

  • 10m
Meet your guide In front of Nonaz Bar & Lanches, R. Talmud Thorá, 331 - Bom Retiro, São Paulo - SP, 01126-020, Brazil. Please do not enter the restaurant, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

Sinagoga Talmud Thora Lubavitch

  • 20m
A 2-hour private tour of São Paulo’s Jewish highlights and hidden treasures, starting at the iconic Sinagoga Talmud Thora Lubavitch. Marvel at its beautiful façade while learning about its place in the local Jewish community.

Bom Retiro

  • 30m
Walk through the vibrant streets of Bom Retiro, historically known as a hub for Jewish immigrants, where the mix of cultures creates an undeniable charm. Your journey continues to the Memorial da Imigração Judaica e do Holocausto, a poignant tribute to the Holocaust and a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who survived and rebuilt their lives in Brazil.

Sociedade Religiosa Beit Hakneset Adat Ishurum (Shil da Vila)

  • 30m
Further along, you’ll see the Sociedade Religiosa Beit Hakneset Adat Ishurum and the picturesque Sinagoga Ahavat Reim, where you’ll hear stories of faith and perseverance. Each synagogue bears unique tales of its congregants, offering insights into the traditions and customs that bind this vibrant community. Conclude the tour at the historic Sinagoga Israelita Beth Itzchak Elchonon, where the architecture and stories reflect the intertwining of Jewish heritage with São Paulo’s modern history.

Sao Paulo

  • 30m
As you stroll through these landmarks, your guide will weave together a narrative filled with triumphs, challenges, and traditions, highlighting the vital role the Jewish community has played in shaping São Paulo’s identity. From the bustling Bom Retiro district to the peaceful sanctuaries of the synagogues, every step reveals a layer of history waiting to be discovered.

Location

Activity location

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    Nonaz Bar & Lanches
    • 331 Rua Talmud Thorá
    • 01126-020, Bom Retiro, São Paulo, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Niágara Bar e Lanches
    • 12 Rua Três Rios
    • 01124-000, Bom Retiro, São Paulo, Brazil

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