Jewish London
Bank Underground Station, exit 3 (by the Royal Exchange)
Guided by David G. or Ian or Isabelle
Adult: £20 · Students & Seniors: £15 · Children: £5
Walk Times
| Day | Walk Type | Start Time | End Time | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | Weekly | 2.15 pm | 4.15 pm | Winter Summer | Reserve Online |
Shofar read: Lechaim! To life, to life!
We interrupt this read to say This walk is the other Jewish London!
IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THE GUIDING
Don’t just take it from us…
We further interrupt this read to say:N.B. Guides Ian and David G. donate all of their fees to charities! The beneficiary charity for each walk will be announced at the start of the walk.
Short read: The other Jewish London. Most Jewish history tours – including our Old Jewish Quarter walk – focus on the East End, where penniless Jewish refugees settled in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. But the City – the original London, the oldest London – has a much older and richer Jewish heritage.
A Millenium of Jewish History. That’s what you get – that’s where we go – on this Jewish London walk. Mazel tov.
Long read: A journey through the streets and alleys of London to discover the thousand-year history of the Jews in England. From the arrival of a Jewish community from Normandy in 1066/67 to the Kindertransport children of 1938/39, Jews have played important roles in the unfolding drama of British history. On our journey we will encounter the Jews of medieval London, the unfortunate Jewish doctor who inspired the creation of Shylock, Queen Victoria’s favourite Prime Minister, the Jewish stockbroker who saved the British government during the 1745 Jacobite rebellion, the Protestant rabble-rouser who became an Orthodox Jew, the Jewish prize-fighter who transformed the sport of boxing and other colourful characters.
We will visit some of the most spectacular sites in the City. We will also reveal the little-known Jewish associations of some of London’s most famous landmarks.
JEWISH LONDON – THE PRACTICALS
Jewish London takes place at 2.15 pm on Tuesdays.
Meet your guide just outside exit 3 of Bank Station by the steps of the Royal Exchange
The tour ends by Liverpool Street Station.
*Make sure you exit at Bank Tube Stop NOT the connected Monument Tube Stop if your train arrives at Monument walk through the long tunnel to Bank.
Tony C –
As a seasoned London walker I’d just like to say this is a walk not to be missed , Ian is highly knowledgeable in his field and has a wonderful sense of humour too , you’ll be taken to some of the City’s favourite places while being captivated by Ian’s story about the rich history of the Jews in London.
Jerusha C –
Ian is a fabulous guide. He is so knowledgeable and shares so many memorable stories. Ian is so enthusiastic about London’s Jewish life. He takes you through centuries of history – this highs and lows of Jewish life in England. On top of that, he donates all proceeds to charity. Take his tour! L’chaim!
John McAndrew –
Genuinely interesting and occasionally gob smacking tour. Ian is an amusing and informative guide. Highly recommended tour which is literally life affirming at its conclusion. Dec 24 2024
Maurice Pillemer –
Informative with hints of humour and a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon. David was excellent and the walk is highly recommended for persons with an interest in the topic.
Mette –
I have read the latest 10 reviews and totally agree with them. It was a most interesting walk and David is an excellent and very knowledgeable guide.
Neil –
The Guide was David.. and he was truly excellent. We learned a great deal about both this area of London and this area of history. Loved the tour.
Selwyn –
Ian was well informed and kept our interest for the duration of the tour. He was very personable and answered questions well and with humour
Howard L –
Ian is a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide. Excellent value, made even better by his guide fee being donated to charity. Highly recommend his tour.
Irina Bennett –
I have thoroughly enjoyed David’s tour: informative, entertaining, full of historical and architectural discoveries. A great way to explore
London even if you think you know it well!
Irina Bennett –
I can recommend David’s tour without any hesitation: informative, entertaining, full of historical and architectural discoveries. A great way to explore London!