Walking Tour of Philadelphia Historic Jewish Quarter

New To The Site! Philadelphia, USA
In front of the Vilna Shul
In the Vilna Shul
Kesher Israel
Bnai Abraham
4th and Bainbridge
Bnai Abraham
In Kesher Israel

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Overview

Come see where the turn of the 20th century Jewish immigrants lived, worked, prayed and played. Includes synagogues, banks, bakeries, schools. Dr. Schatz is an expert in Philadelphia Jewish History and shares his own family story as we point out the various buildings and institutions in the neighborhood. We usually can enter at least one currently active synagogue (depends on their hours), as well as the local Jewish kosher bakery. Snacks on your own, and donations at the synagogue are welcome.

Description

Stop At: South Street, 301 South St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19147

South Street was the commercial hub of the immigrant Jewish quarter. We walk through the neighborhoods both north and south of it, stopping to see various former and current synagogues, the Hebrew school, immigrant bank, bath houses, theaters, union halls, restaurants and a currently open kosher Jewish bakery.

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Society Hill, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

We begin our walking tour along Spruce and Pine Streets in the Society Hill Neighborhood. We see Mikveh Israel Cemetery, Vilna Shul, and Society Hill Synagogue.

Pass By: Independence National Historical Park, 143 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

Our walking tour is just to the south of Independence National Historic Park. It is easy to include the Jewish Quarter Walking tour when you visit the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Constitution Museum, or the National Museum of American Jewish History.

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Schedule

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 2 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time:
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    Walking Tour of Philadelphia Historic Jewish Quarter
    6/28/2021 - 12/22/2025
    Monday - Thursday :10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
    Friday :10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
    Sunday :10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Return Details:

    Society Hill Synagogue, 418 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

What's Included

  • Admission to various synagogues- dependent upon their current policies
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Snacks

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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