Jewish Heritage Walking Athens Private Tour

The fact that there has been a Jewish presence in Greece for centuries eludes most people and even some Greeks! My tour takes about 4 hours and dives into the rich history of the Athenian Jewish community. We will visit the iconic Beth Shalom Synagogue a stunning building and much, much more. Next, we will explore the Etz Haim Synagogue, a symbol of resilience and the enduring spirit of the Greek Romaniote Jewish community. Then it's a short walk to the Holocaust Memorial of Greek Jews. At a bit of a lighter pace, we will visit the flea market and learn of its origins while searching for hidden gems. Continuing our journey, we will walk by the Ancient Greek Agora, that is believed to behold the oldest synagogue in Greece. Before the end of course we will see the Jewish Museum of Athens. Topping off our tour, we will eat a wonderfully catered meal at a kosher restaurant.

1. 1

   Jewish Museum of Greece

   45 min

   Visit one of the most beautiful museums in Athens to see the Jewish Greek past come to life.

2. 2

   Monastiraki Flea Market

   20 min

   At a bit of a lighter pace, we will visit the flea market and learn of its origins while searching for hidden gems.

3. 3

   Monastiraki Square

   10 min

   Walk through the historical square of Athens to see a monument that represents a period of every Greek History and learn about its Jewish past.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   30 min

   Visit the two Synagogues of Athens, Beth Salo and Ets Hagim.

5. 5

   The Holocaust Memorial

   30 min

   Walk to the Holocaust Memorial of Greek Jews that stands by Kerameikos ancient Greek cemetery.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   1 hour

   Topping off our tour, we will eat a wonderfully catered meal at a kosher restaurant.

7. 7

   Ancient Agora of Athens

   15 min

   We will walk by the Ancient Greek Agora, that is believed to behold the oldest synagogue in Greece

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• After booking this tour you need to send your passport to the Jewish Community in Athens in order to visit the Synagogues. They need also to know the day of your visit. Please note that if your booking is last minute maybe they won't have the time to do their security checking.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.