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Geneva Old Town and Jewish History Private Walking Tour

By Rosotravel Switzerland
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$771 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Explore Geneva’s Jewish History on a private tour, uncovering the rich history and vibrant present of the Jewish community. Stroll through historic streets and discover landmarks that tell the storey of Jewish life in this captivating city.

Available in
English , German, French, Spanish and Italian Languages

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Discover Geneva's Jewish heritage with a 5-Star History Expert Guide
  • Learn about the history, culture and traditions of the local Jewish community
  • Explore Place du Grand-Mézel, once the heart of Geneva's Jewish Quarter
  • Admire the Reformation Wall, celebrating Geneva's role in religious transformation
  • Marvel at Synagogue Beth-Yaacov, a pillar of Geneva's Jewish heritage

On this History Expert-led tour you will discover the traces of the mediaeval ghetto, exploring the city’s Jewish history through multiple expulsions, from widespread anti-Semitism to neutrality in WWII, and the Reformation which reshaped the Jewish experiences in Switzerland.

Activity location

  • citizenM Geneva hotel
    • 31 Rue de la Rôtisserie
    • 1204, Genève, Genève, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • citizenM Geneva hotel
    • 31 Rue de la Rôtisserie
    • 1204, Genève, Genève, Switzerland

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Geneva Old Town and Jewish History Private Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Price details
NZ$771.02 x 1 AdultNZ$771.02
Total
Price is NZ$771.02

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedRecommendations on the best things to do in Geneva
  • What's includedWhat's included5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
  • What's includedWhat's includedInteresting facts about the Jewish history of Geneva
  • What's includedWhat's includedFascinating facts about Geneva’s Jewish culture and heritage
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate Walking Tour of Geneva's Old Town and Jewish History
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTickets to attractions

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport 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.
  • Please note that entry tickets to the attractions are NOT INCLUDED in this tour.
  • Please note that food and drinks are NOT INCLUDED in this tour.
  • We're not afraid of the sun and rain, so the tour will take place as planned, regardless of weather, so please check the forecast and dress appropriately.
  • 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.

Activity itinerary

citizenM Geneva hotel
  • 10m
Meet your guide In front of citizenM Geneva hotel, Rue de la Rôtisserie 31/33, 1204 Genève, Switzerland. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Espace Madeleine / Temple de la Madeleine
  • 30m
Explore Geneva's Old Town, walking through areas that were once part of the Jewish Quarter. Begin at the Temple de la Madeleine, a church with deep historical roots, where you’ll explore the connections between various religious histories.
Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre
  • 20m
Next, marvel at the grand St Pierre Cathedral, a symbol of the Reformation in Switzerland. Here, you'll uncover the profound changes the Reformation brought to the city and its impact on Geneva's Jewish community.
Place du Grand-Mézel
  • 20m
As you wander further, the cobblestones lead you to the enchanting Place du Grand-Mézel, where the past gently brushes against the present, reminding you of a time when this was the heart of the Jewish Quarter.
Reformation Wall
  • 20m
The tour continues to the Reformation Wall, a monument honouring the leaders of the Reformation while also reflecting on the challenges faced by the Jewish community during this era. Nearby, the elegant Grand Théâtre de Genève stands as a testament to the city’s cultural evolution.
Synagogue Beth-Yaacov
  • 20m
Finally, your journey concludes at Synagogue Beth-Yaacov, where the storey of Geneva’s Jewish community comes alive, offering insights into its historical struggles and enduring presence in the city.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIEScitizenM Geneva hotel
    • 31 Rue de la Rôtisserie
    • 1204, Genève, Genève, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEcitizenM Geneva hotel
    • 31 Rue de la Rôtisserie
    • 1204, Genève, Genève, Switzerland

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