2-Hour Private Walking Tour Through Palma’s Jewish Quarter

About this tour

Walk through Palma's medieval Jewish quarter with a private guide who unpicks the neighbourhood's layered history. You'll stand before the statue of Jafuda ben Cresques, the 14th-century mapmaker whose Catalan Atlas may have guided Columbus, then follow Leather Maker Street to Can Miquel—an old bakery built atop what scholars believe was the 'new synagogue'. Along the way, hear how Crypto-Jews preserved their faith in secret rituals whilst navigating the Inquisition's grip.

Highlights

• Jafuda ben Cresques statue and his Atlas's historical significance
• Can Miquel bakery built on 'new synagogue' foundations
• Leather Maker Street and medieval quarter street layout
• Crypto-Jewish survival practices under Inquisition pressure
• 14th-century Jewish cartography and trade networks

What to expect

Your guide leads a two-hour circuit through tight medieval streets, pausing at key buildings and landmarks. Expect detailed historical context on individual people and places rather than broad overviews—this is about names, trades, and intimate details of daily life. You'll hear about hidden observances and the tension between visible conformity and private faith. The pace is leisurely, suited to absorbing what you see and asking questions.

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