BA Jewish Heritage + North of the City Tour

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About this activity

Come explore the history of the Jewish people in Argentina, from its colonial times to modernity. As we navigate the history, traditions and landmarks of South America’s largest community, we’ll explore the neighborhoods of Once, Tribunales, Retiro, Recoleta and the colonial city center of Plaza de Mayo.

We’ll go beyond tradition as we explore how politics and the broad history of Argentina shaped the Argentine Jewish Identity.

Discover the Argentine Jewish identity as you learn about:

-The origins and development of the Argentine Jewish Community.

-The iconic Jewish Gauchos of the countryside.

-The 1919 BA pogrom and the rise of antisemitism in Argentina.

-WW2 in Argentina: Peronism, Nazis, Allies, the hunt for Eichmann.

-The Disappeared Jews of the 1976 military dictatorship.

-The 90’s terrorist attacks and aftermath.

-Current events and challenges faced by our community.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Lunfarda Travel

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Adults (13–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tickets to the Jewish Museum and Libertad Synagogue (visiting Mo-Fri)

Itinerary

Museo Judio de Buenos Aires

30 min Admission included

We will visit the Jewish Museum where we'll discuss the great immigration of the late 1800s
Buenos Aires

3 hours

We'll visit the Libertad Synagogue, and the mother institution of Jewish life in Argentina, AMIA. We'll explore the Jewish neighborhood of Once, as well as Tribunales and Retiro.
El Once Barrio Comercial

one hour

Once neighborhood, one of the traditional Jewish Neighborhoods
Palacio de Tribunales

See the Supreme Courthouse from outside
Teatro Colon

Famous opera house colon theatre
Stop 6

30 min

The Mother Institution of Jewish life
Plaza De Mayo

35 min

Foundational square of Buenos Aires
La Recoleta Cemetery

one hour

Visit the famed Recoleta Cemetery, last resting place of Evita Perón and other famous politicians, actors and personalities of Argentina

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Howard Johnson Inn Palermo
Hotel Arenales
Nomad Hub Co Living
Grand Brizo Buenos Aires
Carsson Hotel
Hotel Madrid
Apartur Buenos Aires
Hotel Rey Buenos Aires
CasaSur Palermo Hotel
Pleno Palermo Soho
Dyon Palermo Hotel
Casa Rugantino

and 419 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Passengers will be required to present their original passports at the Jewish Museum and Libertad Synagogue.
THIS EXPERIENCE IS NOT AVAILABLE TO CRUISE PASSENGERS.