Guidebook for Jerusalem
Sightseeing
The Dome of the Rock on the historic Temple Mount is a site that shouldn't be missed. Enter via the Mughrabi Bridge, which is the elevated path to the right of the Western Wall.
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Temple Mount
The Dome of the Rock on the historic Temple Mount is a site that shouldn't be missed. Enter via the Mughrabi Bridge, which is the elevated path to the right of the Western Wall.
The Western Wall has been a Jewish pilgrimage site for centuries. Come on a Monday or Thursday morning to see Bar Mitzvah ceremonies in action.
225 locals recommend
Western Wall
The Western Wall has been a Jewish pilgrimage site for centuries. Come on a Monday or Thursday morning to see Bar Mitzvah ceremonies in action.
Ramban Synagogue
4 Amatsya StThe recently rebuilt Hurva (meaning "ruins") synagogue is a sight to behold!
Catch a glimpse of first-temple-era Jerusalem. The site is located just outside the Old City walls, but don't let that fool you — what you'll see in the City of David is even older!
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City of David
17 Ma'alot Ir David StCatch a glimpse of first-temple-era Jerusalem. The site is located just outside the Old City walls, but don't let that fool you — what you'll see in the City of David is even older!
The vast and impressive Church of the Holy Sepulchre is located in the Christian Quarter of the Old City. It is venerated by believers as the site of Jesus' burial. Don't miss it!
66 locals recommend
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
The vast and impressive Church of the Holy Sepulchre is located in the Christian Quarter of the Old City. It is venerated by believers as the site of Jesus' burial. Don't miss it!
The Burnt House is a 2000-year-old Roman-era home in the heart of the Jewish Quarter.
הבית השרוף - The Burnt House
The Burnt House is a 2000-year-old Roman-era home in the heart of the Jewish Quarter.
Visiting hours: Sunday – Thursday: 7am – evening (depending on reservations).
Fridays and on the eve of Jewish festivals: 7am – 12pm.
To book a tour, call 02-627-1333.
225 locals recommend
Western Wall
Visiting hours: Sunday – Thursday: 7am – evening (depending on reservations).
Fridays and on the eve of Jewish festivals: 7am – 12pm.
To book a tour, call 02-627-1333.
The ancient Roman Cardo Maximus is worth stopping by for sightseeing and shopping. The Cardo was Roman Jerusalem's primary thoroughfare, and it was lined with shops and merchants, as it is even today.
HaKardo Street
HaKardo StreetThe ancient Roman Cardo Maximus is worth stopping by for sightseeing and shopping. The Cardo was Roman Jerusalem's primary thoroughfare, and it was lined with shops and merchants, as it is even today.
This impressive church is located just outside Mt. Zion gate, at the traditional site of Mary's death (dormition).
Dormition Abbey
This impressive church is located just outside Mt. Zion gate, at the traditional site of Mary's death (dormition).
The Herodian Quarter (Wohl Museum of Archeology) is an underground archaeological site inside the Jewish Quarter. It is an excellent place to see what Jerusalem looked like two thousand years ago.
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The Herodian Quarter (Wohl Museum of Archeology) is an underground archaeological site inside the Jewish Quarter. It is an excellent place to see what Jerusalem looked like two thousand years ago.
Muristan Street
Muristan StreetBeautiful square in the Old City.
Shopping
The Old City Shuk is a fun and colorful place to visit when you're staying in the Old City. Just be prepared — the shopkeepers can certainly be a little bit pushy!
Rehovot Ha-Bocharim Street
Rehovot Ha-Bocharim StreetThe Old City Shuk is a fun and colorful place to visit when you're staying in the Old City. Just be prepared — the shopkeepers can certainly be a little bit pushy!
Food scene
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