The Ancient Synagogue of Barcelona offers a unique opportunity to explore the Jewish Quarter of Barcelona through an immersive guided experience in the heart of the city.
Discover the rich jewish history in Barcelona while walking through the Gothic Quarter. This tour combines culture, storytelling and hidden corners that most visitors never see, making it one of the most complete walking tours in Barcelona.
Discover the Jewish Quarter in Barcelona and its hidden past
The old Jewish Quarter, known as El Call, is one of the most fascinating and historic areas of the city. On this jewish quarter tour, you will explore narrow streets, hidden courtyards and centuries of history.
What is "El Call" in Barcelona?
The Jewish quarters of the medieval city were divided into two main areas: Call Major and Call Minor, located in the center of today’s Gothic Quarter.
The word Call comes from the Hebrew “קהל” (kahal), meaning community, and was used in Catalonia to refer to Jewish neighborhoods.
These areas formed the core of the jewish district barcelona, playing a key role in the cultural, social and intellectual life of the city.
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What you will learn in the Jewish Quarter?
During the Jewish Quarter Tour, you will discover:
- The origins of the Jewish community in Barcelona
- Daily life in the Jewish neighborhood Barcelona, including traditions, trades, and social structure
- Key Jewish sites in Barcelona and the stories and symbolism behind each location
- The evolution of the Jewish area in Barcelona over time and how its identity has evolved over the years