Jewish Heritage in Moscow - Private Tour with Expert Guide

Greet your guide in the lobby of your Moscow hotel and receive an overview of Moscow’s Jewish heritage. Head to the century-old Moscow Choral Synagogue and is considered to be one of the most important in Russia.

Take a walk through the historic center of Moscow and visit the Bolshaya Bronnaya Synagogue built by tycoon Lazar Solomonovich Polyakov.

Climb up to the summit of Poklonnaya Hill for dramatic views of the city and visit the Holocaust Memorial Synagogue, which supplements an Orthodox church and a Mosque.

Proceed to Kitay Gorod, for a delicious, Kosher lunch (at your own expense), followed by a tour of Moscow's second-oldest district and learn about its 14th-century history.

Discuss local Jewish traditions and the origins of Russia’s Jewish community before you arrive at the Jewish Museum and Tolerance Center, said to be the biggest Jewish exhibition worldwide.

End the tour at the Museum of Jewish History in Russia or back at your hotel, depending on your preference.    

This 5-hour Jewish walking tour with an expert private guide will give you an understanding of Jewish heritage in Russia and take you to all the historical places of Jews in Moscow.

Check out historic Jewish sites, explore the Jewish communities. A knowledgeable insider will tell you where Jews in Russia came from. Learn about Jewish life, culture and traditions in present-day Moscow, and enjoy a local Kosher lunch (optional).

Visit Jewish Museum & Tolerance Center or Museum of the Jewish History in Russia, Moscow Choral Synagogue, Bolshaya Bronnaya Synagogue, Holocaust memorial synagogue. If time permits, indulge in a coffee break in Art Café in Jewish Community Center.

Take part in an interactive discussion about Jewish and Chassidic traditions and culture with onsite guides in Museum of Jewish History of Russia. This tour can be customized to make it a unique experience for you.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Private walking tour with the use of metro
Please indicate prefer start time in comments when booking
The tour can be modified to meet your preferences
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please note: on Saturdays all the synagogues are closed for tourists (including Moscow Choral Synagogue, the Synagogue on Bolshaya Bronnaya street, Holocaust Memorial Synagogue) and all the Jewish museums are closed for any visitors (Jewish Museum and Tolerance Centre and also the Museum of the History of the Jews in Russia).
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate