Jewish Odessa walking tour

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Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?

Uncover the story of Odessa's Jewry since the city's founding till the end of the 19th century on this 3-hour Jewish Odessa walking tour. Explore the sights related to the Golden Age of Odessa's Jewry. From the first Jewish settlers to the establishment of the Jewish merchant community to the Haskalah to the first pogroms and the appearance of the Odessa's Palestine committee we tell the exciting story of the Golden Age of Odessa's Jewry. We immerse in the Jewish past through the city landmarks and the Jewish sights. We visit the Great Choral synagogue and the Brodsky temple. A walk through the area of the pogroms lets us uncover one of the darkest periods of Odessa's history. How did Odessa become the cultural center for the Jews? After all, the first Jewish newspapers - in Russian, Yiddish and Hebrew were published here. On top of that, we explore the places described by Jabotinsky in his novel The Five and in the famous The Hare with Amber Eyes. 

What’s included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Odessa Walks

About operator:

Private city tours, themed group walks in Odessa's historic quarter and day trips to Odessa's countryside; Jewish Heritage, Moldavanka & Catacombs tours; original Food Tasting tour and Pubs walk. We do nothing special. But we love what we do. We love each and every tour guest. And we have a passion for our city and desire to share it with you. As locals, we have many stories to share. We put faces and events to the landmarks. We make sure you get “under the skin” of the city and travel back home with memorable experiences.

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