Private Tour of Zurich’s Jewish Quarter, Synagogue and Old Town
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Delve into Zurich’s Jewish heritage with this informative walking tour of the former Jewish Quarter and Old Town (Altstadt). See Synagogue Löwenstrasse and other Jewish sites, and gain a deeper understanding of the Jewish experience in Switzerland.
Available in
English and German
French, Spanish and Italian Languages
Highlights:
- Discover the Jewish side of Zurich with a 5-Star History Expert-Guide
- See the beautiful Synagogue "Löwenstrasse" and learn about its community
- Explore the former Jewish Quarter, its Jewish history and heritage
- Learn about the Zurich massacre, Richard Wagner’s anti-semitism, and more
- Enjoy a private walking tour tailored to your pace and interests
Zurich boasts a thriving and vibrant Jewish community, but its history highlights many struggles to gain legal and social status in Switzerland.
Additional Info
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
Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
It is a walking tour, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing appropriately for the weather.
For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get personal attention, ask questions and hear commentary clearly.
We will arrange additional guides for larger groups, so the price will be higher.
What To Expect
Meet your guide in front of Theater am Neumarkt, Neumarkt 5, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Neumarkt
A 2-hour tour of Zurich’s former Jewish Quarter and Old Town. Our story begins in the historical Neumarkt quarter, once the center of Jewish life in Zurich. Learn about the first Jews who settled in Switzerland in the 13th century and the impact of their expulsion in the 14th century after the Zürich massacre.
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2HJewishTourofZurich FR,IT, SP
Duration: 2 hours: Discover traces of Jewish history and heritage in Zurich's Old Town and former Jewish Quarter. ,: See Synagogue "Löwenstrasse", Schauplatz Brunngasse, Neumarkt, and more. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - SWZU025
2H:Jewish Tour of Zurich EN GE
Duration: 2 hours: Discover traces of Jewish history and heritage in Zurich's Old Town and former Jewish Quarter. ,: See Synagogue "Löwenstrasse", Schauplatz Brunngasse, Neumarkt, and more. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - SWZU025
What‘s Included
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
Sightseeing around Zurich's main synagogue and Jewish sites
Recommendations on the best things to do in Zurich
Interesting facts about the Jewish history of Zurich
Private Jewish Walking Tour of Zurich’s Old Town and Jewish Quarter
Entry to Synagogue Löwenstrasse
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Operated by Rosotravel Switzerland