Jewish Odessa walking tour

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About the Activity

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.

3 hours

Private Tour

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Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities

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Locations in the itinerary

Primorsky Boulevard

Primorsky Blvd, , Odesa, UkraineWe'll talk of Odessa's early Jewish settlers. What attracted them to Odessa? Who were they? Where did they come from? Small craftsmen and traders. Some of them later became affluent merchants and bankers. Like the famous Ephrussi. 20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Odessa Synagogue

Evreiskaya, 25, Odesa, Ukraine, 65045We'll see the two temples - the Brodsky synagogue and the Main Choral synagogue. We'll share with you the story of the temples and talk about the two communities: the German Jews and the Orthodox community.45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Monument to Isaac Babel

Zhukovskogo st., 24, Odesa, UkraineThe story of Isaac Babel and Odessa's Tales. And who put the monument and why does it look like this?20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Odessa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater

Chaikovskogo Lane, 1, , Odesa, Ukraine, 65026Described by Ze'ev Jabotinsky in his novel The Five, this Odessa's iconic sight (as well as its predecessor) had a huge impact upon Odessa's Jewry. We'll uncover this during our tour.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Alternatively, we can pick up from your address if it's in the historical quarterView Location

End point

Alternatively, we can pick up from your address if it's in the historical quarterView Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Dress code to go inside the synagogue applies. Entrance to the synagogue is restricted during the Jewish holidays and shabbat.

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

German
English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Dress code is smart casual

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Kiev time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Your Jewish Heritage GuideCreated on 27 Sep 2018Created on 29 May 2025

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