how to visit
in-person walking tours
Discover the Square Mile’s medieval Jewish history on an exclusive walking tour with one of our expert guides.
Starting at Barbican station, the 90-minute tour explores the medieval burial site and the old Jewish quarter – home to London’s original Jewish community.
Dates currently available: 11 Jan, 8 Feb, 8 March, 12 April, 10 May, 14 June, 12 July. More to come!
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digital walking tour
Embark on a journey through time with the Jewish Square Mile project's interactive map, and uncover the rich history of London's medieval Jewish community. This digital exploration invites you to delve into the stories of the men, women, and children who lived, worked, and were laid to rest in the area now known as the Barbican.
The medieval cemetery runs partially below today’s Barbican moat, the school’s amphitheatre, Barber-Surgeons’ Gardens and the former Museum of London.