holdon216 Posted March 22, 2012 #1 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I just read a post that said there is a $10.00 fee to enter the Synagogue. Is that true? Also can you walk from the Mega Pier to The Pietermaai Cathedral? If so about how far is it? TY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isa65 Posted March 24, 2012 #2 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I wasn't aware of an entrance fee... You can find most information on the synagogue on their website: http://www.snoa.com/snoa.html I couldn't find entrance info, maybe you can send them an e-mail. From the pier to the cathedral is quite a walk. It is certainly doable if you're fit and walk in the shade. It should take about 30--45 minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m steve Posted March 24, 2012 #3 Share Posted March 24, 2012 for a tour of the Synagogue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jspirit Posted March 24, 2012 #4 Share Posted March 24, 2012 Definitely last month there was a $10.00 charge per person to go inside the gates and tour the synagogue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holdon216 Posted March 25, 2012 Author #5 Share Posted March 25, 2012 Wow, just want to check out the inside and maybe take some pictures. But not for 10.00 a head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HealthyTouch101 Posted March 27, 2012 #6 Share Posted March 27, 2012 The $10 fee lets you in to see the synagogue, gets you a detailed brochure, lets you into the museum, the tiny gift shop and to even photograph the reproductions of the ornate tombstones on display. We felt it was worth it to support the museum and upkeep. We aren't Jewish, but like to see unusual small museums. You enter a marble (?) floored courtyard and all of these things are off of it. The staff at the desk was helpful and pointed us in the right direction for the next things we were heading towards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbo40 Posted March 29, 2012 #7 Share Posted March 29, 2012 how far is it to walk to the synagogue from where the ships dock? will the locals be able to point us in the right direction if i ask where the old synagogue is located? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isa65 Posted March 29, 2012 #8 Share Posted March 29, 2012 It's about a 15-minute walk and very easy directions. Ask anyone where the "snoa" is and they will tell you how to get there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holdon216 Posted March 29, 2012 Author #9 Share Posted March 29, 2012 You do not mention the day of the week you are here, because on Sundays we are closed and on Saturday morning, the Synagogue is only open for services at 10:00. Pictures are not allowed to be taken on Shabbat. The Synagogue, Museum and Giftshop (on the premises) are open for visitors from Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. There is an admission/maintenance charge for US$ 10:00 per person. We wish you a nice stay in Curacao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbo40 Posted March 31, 2012 #10 Share Posted March 31, 2012 thank you isa65 for your info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dushi Posted March 31, 2012 #11 Share Posted March 31, 2012 Last Spring we were in Willemstad on a Sunday and the synangogue was closed but never managed to go back during our one week stay. I had been there 20 years ago when it used to be free but I do see the necessity of charging a fee for the upkeep. We even stopped by the cemetery which was near the western end of the oil refinery and it was a shame that the place was in such a sad state of disrepair. Historically, if I recall, the synagogue is the oldest continuously operating facility in the western hemisphere. There is sand on the ground of the synagogue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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