Follow in the footsteps of Newport’s colonial-era Jewish community and discover where congregants lived, worked, and worshipped in the 1700s. This guided walking tour leads you through the historic Touro Synagogue, bringing its rich history to life. The tour lasts approximately one hour and departs from Loeb Visitors Center.

Tours are Sundays, Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays at 11 a.m. in August.

GUEST INFORMATION:
• Tours are limited to 18 people
• Tour Fee is $18 per person
• Reservations are requested
• The tour fee is paid for in person at the Loeb Visitors Center via card or cash (no online payments)
• Walks may be canceled without advance notice due to inclement weather

TO RESERVE FOR A WALKING TOUR:
Email tsfn@tsfnewport.org and include your name and the number of people in your party.

Note: Some sidewalks are narrow and uneven. This walk is not appropriate for young children.

ABOUT the LOEB VISITORS CENTER:
Before or after your walking tour, you are invited to visit the Loeb Visitors Center. Explore interactive multimedia exhibits and browse gift items. Celebrate over 250 years of Touro Synagogue history, Newport’s colonial Jewish community, the origins of religious freedom, and the separation of church and state in America. Discover how Newport and the colony of Rhode Island laid the groundwork for our First Amendment rights.
Admissions fees to the Loeb Visitors Center’s two floors of exhibits and the gift shop have been waived. Donations are welcome (suggested $5 per person). Also enjoy strolling in the gardens at Patriots Park, located between the Loeb Visitors Center and Touro Synagogue.

Notes:
• The walking tours are offered by TSF Newport (formerly known as Touro Synagogue Foundation).  To learn more about TSF Newport, please visit their website: tsfnewport.org/
• Entry into the synagogue is not included with programs offered out of the Loeb Visitors Center, such as walking tours.  For information about tours inside Touro Synagogue, visit this webpage: thetourosynagogue.org/tours/