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2-Hour Private Lviv Jewish History and Heritage Walking Tour

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

If you want to travel back in time and dive into a medieval Jewish town with its legends and jokes, tricks and dramatic stories, then the 2-hour private walking tour of the Jewish heritage is a right choice for you. This tour will show you how strongly Jewish culture, its signs and symbols have influenced the architecture and culture of Lviv. You will trace the important facts of the Jewish community from the 14th century until our days.

What's Included

  • Private walking tour
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Svobody Avenue
28, L'viv, L'vivs'ka oblast, Ukraine, 79000

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End point

Lviv
Lviv Oblast, Ukraine, 79000

Tour ends in the city center

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Lviv National Opera

Meet your guide in front of the Opera and Ballet Theater and start exploring Jewish heritage of the city.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old Town

During the tour, an expert guide will introduce you to the rich history of the Jewish community in Lviv. You will find out, when Jews first appeared in this region and how Lviv became the new hospitable house for the European Jews of the 14th century. You will discover that since the end of the 18th century and until 1939 the Jews were the third part of Lviv population. Then, you will stroll through atmospheric streets and yards of old Jewish Quarter, will learn its order, customs, misfortunes and achievements. Moreover, you will learn about its famous inhabitants of different times, including Sholem Aleichem, who have made great contribution to the cultural development of Lviv.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Staroyevryeiska Street

Walk through one of the longest cobblestone streets of Lviv and discover its history. It used to be a part of Jewish quarter and you will see the ruins of “the Golden Rose” synagogue there. One of the most beautiful and dramatic city legends is related to this place. Your guide will explain you why there were two different Jewish communities in Lviv and how they were officially united in the 18th century. Learn how many synagogues were built in Lviv and how many of the have survived until our times. Discover compactly located significant buildings, places, monuments, modern objects connected to the Lviv Jewish heritage.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 2-Hour Private Lviv Jewish History and Heritage Walking Tour?

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 (EET). 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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  • Private walking tour
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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