Istanbul Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

Discover the history of Istanbul’s Jewish community on a 4-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable guide. Travel to the Jewish quarter of Karaköy, previously known as Galata, where the streets are peppered with traditional buildings resonant with Jewish history. Explore the Jewish Museum, see inside Ashkenazi Synagogue, and scout the colorful streets to see other sites and synagogues. On route, hear fascinating tales about Jewish culture and some of the figures who have shaped the Jewish community’s fortunes through the ages.