Jewish Prague
Landmarks of Judaism in a Medieval City Immerse yourself in the Josefov, or Jewish Quarter, of Prague during an enlightening walking tour. Jews are thought to have settled in the city as early as the 10th century. Today, the small district lies within the larger Old Town and is a rich repository of history. With your knowledgeable guide, you will visit the Maisel Synagogue museum, built during the 16th-century Golden Age of the Jewish Ghetto, and the Pinkas Synagogue, one of the oldest surviving synagogues in the city and a memorial to Holocaust victims. Peruse the historic Old Jewish Cemetery, the largest of its kind on the continent, before continuing to the elegant, baroque Klaus Synagogue and the neo-Renaissance Ceremonial Hall. Marvel at the Gothic exterior of the Old New Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in Europe. Note that this excursion requires the ability to navigate many stairs and that synagogues are closed to the public on Jewish holidays. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
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