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Havana’s Jewish Heritage
Delve into the History of Jewish Havana
Delve into the history of Jewish immigrants in Havana and meet members of the current community.
At a Glance
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Time | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm |
| Availability | Mon–Fri, except Cuban public holidays |
| Group Size | Maximum 12 |
| Meeting Point | La Gargola Guesthouse, 82 Cuba Street (between Cuarteles and Chacon streets), first floor (up the stairs, blue door) |
Private Tour Prices
| Group Size | Price/Person |
| 1 | $163 USD |
| 2-4 | $100 USD |
| 5+ | $93 USD |
| For a Private Tour, the start time can be tailored to suit your requirements | |
Highlights
- Learn about the history of Jewish immigration in the early 20th century
- Meet with members of the Jewish community and tour a synagogue
- Visit a special hotel that references Jewish culture with its décor
About the Tour
This tour takes you through the history of the Jewish immigration and presence in Cuba.
We will meet the President of the Jewish Association in Havana who invites you into the synagogue still in use today in Vedado. We will also see another synagogue in Vedado before heading off to visit the cemetery in Guanabacoa to talk about the burial traditions and symbolism displayed throughout the cemetery. After our visit to Guanabacoa we head back to Old Havana and stop in at the Menorah Square to pay tribute to the victims of the holocaust. This square was inaugurated by Fidel Castro in June 2006.
We walk through Old Havana passing by the oldest Orthodox synagogue in Cuba, to arrive at the Hotel Raquel, a tribute to the Hebrew culture and its ongoing presence in Cuba. This ornate hotel with its baroque facade hints to a time gone by, when a predominantly Jewish neighbourhood of Old Havana once thrived. After the revolution 95% of the Jewish community left Cuba, but we invite you to experience the legacy left behind.
Ending point: Hotel Raquel, 263 Mercaderes Street, Old Havana
Legality for Americans: Services are OFAC compliant under the general license Support for the Cuban people 515.574
Child Policy: Child friendly experience
Included
- Local Havana English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees for activities noted
- Transport during the tour
- 1 cocktail
Not Included
- Transportation from meeting point
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips/gratuities
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