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120 to 150 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

You will have a full immersion experience, getting into the narrative and historical context of a book: : The Last Kabbalist of Lisbon, by Richard Zimler.

The walking tour starts at the Little Judiaria (jewish ghetto) in Alfama, through the Great Judiaria, or Small Jerusalem, finishing at the Rossio square to witness the terrible pogrom in 1506.

You will visit the ancient city buried under our feet, that you can only see if you close your eyes.

A tour for the curious traveler tempted by something special and alternative to the mass tourism attractions.

Although the tour is accessible to most people, you will find narrow streets, bumpy paving and stairs in some places, which makes it more difficult if you use a wheelchair or baby trolley and may not be able to approach certain spots.

What's Included

  • From curious mind to curious mind, thorough and sensitive explanations along the tour.
  • Reading of the most fascinating and intriguing passages of the book.
  • Two-page booklet for souvenir
  • Transportation to the meeting point and from the ending point; food and drink.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Largo do Chafariz de Dentro
1100-139 Lisboa, Portugal

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End point

Largo São Domingos 6
1150-114 Lisboa, Portugal

Next to Teatro D. Maria II in Rossio Metro: Rossio (green line)

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Alfama

In Alfama was the ancient Small Jewish Quarter in Lisbon - Judiaria Pequena. Here we are going to identify the places mentioned in the book: the Synagoghe, the jewish baths, and the characters' houses. Readings of the book will help us imagine the place as 500 years ago.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Igreja da Madalena

Following the book characters and plot, here we identify the Great Jewish Quarter (Grande Judiaria ou Pequema Jerusalém) with its sumptuous buildings - the synagogue, but also the school, the hospital and the splendid shops. Readings of the book will take us there, to the ancient Lisbon.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Baixa de Lisboa

We will walk through the Great Judiaria, or Small Jerusalem, imagining it under our feet, while stoping for some readings of the book - there's action spotted here.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Praca Dom Pedro IV

The tour ends here, where the infamous pogrom took place in 1506. The books describes it and we shal read it there.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Narrow streets, bumpy paving and stairs in some places; traffic

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Book Tour The Last Kabbalist of Lisbon?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-486948P1

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What's Included

Activity name

  • From curious mind to curious mind, thorough and sensitive explanations along the tour.
  • Reading of the most fascinating and intriguing passages of the book.
  • Two-page booklet for souvenir
  • Charming and enthusiastic guide, with a lot of knowledge to share.
  • Transportation to the meeting point and from the ending point; food and drink.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Narrow streets, bumpy paving and stairs in some places; traffic
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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