Jewish Heritage of Curacao

Curacao has a fascinating Jewish history and the oldest Synagogue in the Americas, join an experienced guide who will explain in detail about the Jewish community on the island and visit historical places.

Your first stop is the Beth Haim Jewish cemetery, consecrated in 1659, it is the oldest Caucasian cemetery on the island and in the Western Hemisphere. The site is also a Curacao National Monument. Then you will visit another historic site also created as a peaceful sanctuary, the Rooi Catootje plantation house. It dates to about 1820 and was originally known as “Rust en Vrede,” which translates as “Rest and Peace.” The house has been the property of the Maduro family since 1853. The house has now been preserved as a museum

owned by a Jewish family, where Curacao liquor is produced. Tour the house and learn more about the family name and history. Before leaving take the opportunity to enjoy samples of this famous local product

drive through the old Jewish neighborhood of Scharloo, were you will be able to see all the old colorful buildings and slave houses.

Guided tour inside the synagogue for an up-close look at religious life in Curacao. The Jewish faith has been practiced here without interruption since 1732 and one congregation itself is even older, having been established in 1651. The very fear of persecution is what drove many of Curacao’s earliest Jewish residents to relocate to the island in the first place. They were rightfully more than a little guarded about their beliefs, even upon founding their congregation and building their synagogues nearly a century later.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
• Shared Tour
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• We recommend wearing long pants or jeans and walking shoes. A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen is also recommended
• Short pants and swimwear are not allowed in the synagogue.
• In order to enter the synagogue an you must present an Identification documents, such as passport, sea card, etc.

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  3 hours Jewish history and the oldest Synagogue in the Americas,Beth Haim Jewish cemetery, Rooi Catootje plantation house, Chobolobo, and more
  Pickup included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Professional guide
• Round-trip shared transfer
• Port pickup and drop-off
• Transportation between Sights

• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Pickup from Sandals Hotel, Jhantiel or Banda Abou Area

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• Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Aida Travel Services.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Curacao.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 62 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.