I wouldn't have expected to find such a rich piece of European Jewish heritage in Old Town Dubrovnik, but here it is: the second oldest synagogue in Europe! There is a modest entry fee to see the small museum and the synagogue itself. The museum is composed of old Jewish artifacts and garments (very interesting) and WWII items from then-Ustasa... More

contains museum of old ark coverings and synagogue itself beautifully restored celing painted blue 12 families still use it for services - jews of modern dubrovnik

I found out recently that my Grandfather was not Austrian but Croatian... When I walked along the streets I wondered if he did as a boy...did he come to this Temple to attend services as a boy?

yes, this happened. I was advised by a man who didn't like that my mother and I stayed in front of the closed place. He said in a rude way that the place is closed from december to march. Is a shame, how this could be? I try to ask to him to open the place to us, but he... More

It's very small and up some stairs but worth the visit. Small museum attached. Some art stores nearby are interesting as well.

Nice exhibit of Jewish items. Little oasis. Must see if you are Jewish or have interest is experiencing Jewish history.

It is one of the oldest in all of Europe, and for that reason alone it is important to see. It is quite small, and it is a quick visit!

The synagogue was a special experience. The two room museum contained many interesting artifacts and documents.

This is a small, somewhat difficult to find, synagogue within the walled city near the Stradun. It is the second oldest continuously functioning synogogue in Europe and the only one in Croatia. It contains a Torah from 14th-century Spain and items depicting Nazi-era tragic history of Jews in this area. There is a small admission fee and involves climbing steps... More