I am not a Jew but am very interested in the Jewish culture and their history. The Hassidic Walking tour was the perfect way to see and learn about a people who are solely committed to their beliefs without trying to impose them on others. I happened to be there the day after their holy days and there were visitors there from around the world. It was quite the center of activity as they were all leaving to return to their homes. We observed worship, saw how they restore Torahs, learned about their rituals and laws and how they have integrated themselves into today’s world without losing who they are as a people. I found the whole experience to be enlightening and would highly recommend it.
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Since 1982 we offer Jewish Tours through our Chassidic neighborhoods to anyone who wishes to learn more about Jewish or Chassidic life. We either walk by or walk inside of many hidden gems to see and learn about Judaism and Chassidism in history and in practice. Join our adventure through a community….
TOUR CHASSIDIC COMMUNITIES
Jewish Tours
In Chassidic Communities
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Since 1982 we offer Jewish Tours through our Chassidic neighborhoods to anyone who wishes to learn more about Jewish or Chassidic life. We either walk by or walk inside of many hidden gems to see and learn about Judaism and Chassidism in history and in practice. Join our adventure through a community….
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Why our Tour Is The Perfect Choice?
01.
The original Jewish Tours
Rabbi Epstein turned what began as classes into tours of the community in 1982 so visitors can experience the community through the eyes of a local.
02.
Licensed Chassidic Guides
All our guides grew up exposed to all sects of Judaism including multiple chassidic, yeshivish, and orthodox groups providing a wide breath of knowledge on all of Jewish life.
03.
Go Behind Closed doors
Many of our locations take you behind closed doors (at guides discretion) to gain an insider's view into Judaism, Jewish, Chassidic, and Chabad life. Our tours don't just walk by we walk inside and gain a deeper understanding of the practices, customs, and traditions while answering all your questions you were afraid to ask.
Satisfied Customers
djh0044
- 01/09/2011
That was great. Our guide Chaya was super friendly and obviously enjoys her job, making the tour a really pleasant experience.
Nicolas Richard
- 05/06/2023
I was afraid that touring the Hassidic community would be intimidating. Nothing could be further from the truth. Prior to the tour, as I walked along several blocks, community members stopped to wish me well and welcome me. By the time I met with my tour guide, Rabbi Beryl Epstein, I had many questions on my mind. He graciously and non-judgmentally answered every question. I felt privileged to enter the Hassidic neighborhood with such a kind and knowledgeable guide. He very obviously wanted to share the basics of his beliefs. I am anxious to return with my husband to take this tour again.
Judy L
- 19/11/2015
Mushkie Karp
- 04/05/2016
Thankyou Rabbi Epstein. A great host. Crown Heights is an interseting neighbourhood to explore. A great insight into a different way of life and beliefs. Had no idea what to expect, but walked away glad we did the tour.
Tonia and Michael.
michael e
- 21/07/2013
It’s such a unique experience that you can’t find anywhere else in the world. 3 hours full of discoveries. It was very interested to talk to Rabbi and get to know explanation behind the Chassidic laws and get a glimpse at the daily life from that close.
Ilma_from_Vilnius
- 14/04/2014
Everything perfect. I really liked the tour and the guide was fantastic
Andrea Ciccocelli
My girlfriend and I absolutely loved the Chassidic Walking Tour. It is one thing to learn about Chassidic culture through books or movies, but nothing is better than experiencing it first-hand. These people are so dedicated to their faith and families. We have much respect for the Chassidic community. Everyone that we met was so warm and friendly. I was invited to wear tefillin at the main synagogue. I’ve never seen anyone do that at my temple, so I was unfamiliar with the practice. They were nice enough to let me use a set and they talked me through the blessings. I have since ordered my own set of tefillin from Israel and I am excited to use them. The falafel sandwich that I had for lunch was the best one I’ve ever had. My girlfriend said she hadn’t had one that good since her Birthright Israel trip. The Chabad movement and the other Chassidic Jews are truly keeping Judaism alive, and I must tip my yarmulke to them. 😉
Matthew L.
- 21/07/2015
This was a fascinating glimpse into a usually closed community. The Rabbi was very welcoming and happy to share information about the Lubavitch Hassidic community. We were able to observe activity in the synagogue, visit a local bookstore and enjoy lunch in a local cafe. We gained some interesting insights into Hassidic life that had only previously been accessible through reading. I would have loved to have visited more sites, but learned so much from the conversation.
chrisandrod
- 21/07/2013
Nothing short of fantastic. Knowledgeable, personal, and enlightening!
Florian Ziegler
- 11/08/2022
The History
Family-owned tours
Rabbi Beryl Epstein began running classes for visitors to the Chabad Rebbe and evolved over the years to one of the most respected and world-renowned tours in NYC. Through humor and charisma he shared Chassidic love and welcomed visitors on a journey through Chassidic life providing what people found to be a profound Jewish experience.Â