Private Tour in The Jewish Quarter & Grand Master's Palace

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Kahal Kadosh Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Greece — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

14th century Palace of the Grand Master — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover the secrets of Rhodes! Explore the Jewish and medieval heritage of Rhodes Old Town in our exclusive Medieval Rhodes & the Jewish Quarter tour.

Our exclusive tour Medieval Rhodes and the Jewish Quarter, introduces you to the fascinating Jewish heritage of Rhodes Old Town, before taking you back in time to its medieval origins.

As you wander along the narrow, winding lanes, our knowledgeable guide will tell you the history of La Juderia and the Jewish people who made Rhodes their home.

Next, we’ll take a journey back in time to the medieval period. Our guide will describe how the battles and sieges fought by the Knights of St. John shaped the town we see today. You’ll see medieval monuments and walk along the famous Street of the Knights, the best-preserved medieval street in Europe.

Our tour concludes at the 14th century Palace of the Grand Master, once home to the leader of the Knights of St. John of Rhodes.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Written guide: English
Operated by: Rhodes Experience

What is included

Included

Included: Walking tour of the Medieval Town
Included: Walking tour of the Jewish Quarter
Included: Knowledgeable, licensed tour guide

Not included

Not included: Admission Entrance Fees

Itinerary

Rhodes Jewish Museum

30 min Admission not included

You’ll visit the Kahal Kadosh Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Greece, and the Jewish Museum of Rhodes.
The Kahal Shalom Synagogue

30 min Admission not included

Along the way, we’ll visit notable Jewish landmarks including Alhadeff Park and Alhadeff Street, named after a prominent Jewish family, the Square of the Martyred Jews and its seahorse fountain, and the Holocaust Memorial. We’ll also visit the Kahal Kadosh Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Greece, and the Jewish Museum of Rhodes.
Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes

one hour Admission not included

Our tour concludes at the 14th century Palace of the Grand Master, once home to the leader of the Knights of St. John of Rhodes. Today it’s a museum housing medieval furniture, elaborate mosaics, and archaeological exhibits from Rhodes.
Street of the Knights

15 min

We’ll take a journey back in time to the medieval period. Our guide will describe how the battles and sieges fought by the Knights of St. John shaped the town we see today. You’ll see medieval monuments and walk along the famous Street of the Knights, the best-preserved medieval street in Europe.