Jewish Heritage Walk
Jewish heritage and hipster vibe – The two sides of the district
Did you know that the Largest European synagogue is in Budapest?During this tour we are exploring the abundant sights of the Jewish heritage in the area which used to be the Ghetto during World War II. Starting with visiting the Grand (Dohany) Synagogue. Then we can have a walk in the district to discover the Synagogue Triangle of Budapest. Apart from the history part you will get to know the bohemian side of this “party district”: street art, vintage shops or the cool ruin bars. We can even pop into an authentic ruinpub, too. Our tour ends in a pastry shop where you can taste a traditional Jewish cake (flodni).
- ITINERARY:
- Grand (Dohany) Synagogue inside visit
- Walk in the Jewish District:
- Rumbach Synagogue outside visit
- Kazinczy Synagogue outside visit
- Peek into Szimpla, the oldest ruinbar
- Stop in a café for ‘flodni’ cake and coffee
- Duration: 3 hours
- Suggested meeting point: Grand (Dohany) Synagogue OR at your hotel ship port etc.
- Activity level: Light
- Transportation: Walking tour (possible use of public transport services depending on your meeting location)
- Children friendly: Yes, 12+ years Wheelchair friendly: Yes
ⓘDuring this walking tour we are having an inside visit in the Grand Synagogue and we walk around the synagoue triangle and the Jewish District. If you wish to have interior visit in Rumbach or/and Kazinczy Synagogue please ask for a Customized Tour. Thank You!
FYI: Please note that on Saturdays and on Jewish High Holidays the synagogues are closed. On these days we can still do a Jewish District Walk and we can also walk around the complex of the Grand Synagogue with the two important gardens of it from the outside. If you are booking for these days we will contact you to create a Customized Tour for you. Thank you!
