Museum of Jewish Turks was created in 2001 to celebrate the 500 year anniversary of the Sephardic Jews living in the Ottoman Empire. Inside the museum, you will find a collection of videos, sound recordings, objects, and photographs documenting the history of Jews in Turkey. Visitors must have a photo ID in order to enter the building. It has recently moved to a new location inside of the Nev Shalom Temple.

Neve Shalom Synagogue comes from the name "Oasis of Peace" and was built in the 1940s when the Jewish population of the Galata neighbourhood was booming. This synagogue's dome was built in mind for the impressive glass chandelier in the main room. On two separate occasions, this synagogue was targeted by terrorist attacks, yet the structure remains in perfect shape.

Ashkenazi Synagogue was built in 1909 by Ashkenazi (European) Jews from Austria close to the Galata Tower. Inside, it features a grand chandelier from Vienna and its design has characteristics borrowed from Ottoman architecture.

Schneider temple was built in 1894 by The Jewish Tailor Association, a group of Ashkenazi Jews who the name "Schneider" (meaning Tailor) comes from. Formerly a temple, it now serves as an art gallery with rotating exhibitions.

You will also visit the outside of the Italian Synagogue, Jewish Apartments, and Kamondo Buildings.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
-This tour MUST BE BOOKED 4 DAYS IN ADVANCE, as all tour operators must get permission for each visitor in advance.
-Each person must submit a copy of their passport to us as soon as possible
-The tour may not run during Muslim and Jewish holidays
-We provide pickups from hotels in central areas in the following vicinities: Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Laleli, Aksaray, Taksim area. Pickup from anywhere outside these areas may incur an extra charge. Speak to our crew if you have any questions.