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Unique Bars
John Smith Bar ג'ון סמית' בר
4 Shamai StUnique Cocktails in an elevated atmosphere.
Food Market
Mahane Yehuda
The central market in Jerusalem.
Sightseeing
An ancient historical wall known as the most religious site in the world for the Jewish people.
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Western Wall
An ancient historical wall known as the most religious site in the world for the Jewish people.
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is Jerusalem's holiest site for Christian pilgrims, and is said to have been built on the site where Jesus was crucified.
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Church of the Holy Sepulchre
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is Jerusalem's holiest site for Christian pilgrims, and is said to have been built on the site where Jesus was crucified.
This walk follows the route of Jesus Christ after his condemnation as he bears his cross towards execution at Calvary. The walk is easily followed independently, but if you're here on a Friday, you can join the procession along this route led by the Italian Franciscan monks
Via Dolorosa
This walk follows the route of Jesus Christ after his condemnation as he bears his cross towards execution at Calvary. The walk is easily followed independently, but if you're here on a Friday, you can join the procession along this route led by the Italian Franciscan monks
The Citadel, popularly known as the Tower of David, actually has no connection with David, having been erected by King Herod to protect the palace he built in approximately 24 BC. His original citadel had three towers named after his brother Phasael, his wife Mariamne, and his friend Hippicus. After Titus' conquest of the city in AD 70, the Romans stationed a garrison here, but later the citadel fell into disrepair. It was successively rebuilt by the Crusaders, Egypt's Mamelukes and Turks, during their years of reign over Jerusalem. The building you now see was built in the 14th century on the foundations of the original Phasael Tower. Inside is the Tower of David Museum, which relays the story of Jerusalem. While here, make sure you climb up to the rooftop for one of Old City's best views.
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Tower of David
The Citadel, popularly known as the Tower of David, actually has no connection with David, having been erected by King Herod to protect the palace he built in approximately 24 BC. His original citadel had three towers named after his brother Phasael, his wife Mariamne, and his friend Hippicus. After Titus' conquest of the city in AD 70, the Romans stationed a garrison here, but later the citadel fell into disrepair. It was successively rebuilt by the Crusaders, Egypt's Mamelukes and Turks, during their years of reign over Jerusalem. The building you now see was built in the 14th century on the foundations of the original Phasael Tower. Inside is the Tower of David Museum, which relays the story of Jerusalem. While here, make sure you climb up to the rooftop for one of Old City's best views.
Since the Byzantine Age, Mount Zion has been revered as the place where Christ celebrated the Last Supper and where the Virgin Mary spent the last years of her life, according to some Christian traditions (another tradition says her last days were spent in Ephesus in Turkey). For Jews, Mount Zion's importance stems from this being the place of King David's Tomb. If you climb up the stairs from the tomb's courtyard, you'll come to the Last Supper Room, which has served as both church and mosque throughout its long history.
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Mount Zion
Since the Byzantine Age, Mount Zion has been revered as the place where Christ celebrated the Last Supper and where the Virgin Mary spent the last years of her life, according to some Christian traditions (another tradition says her last days were spent in Ephesus in Turkey). For Jews, Mount Zion's importance stems from this being the place of King David's Tomb. If you climb up the stairs from the tomb's courtyard, you'll come to the Last Supper Room, which has served as both church and mosque throughout its long history.
Islam’s third holiest site, the Dome of the Rock is built on top of the Temple Mount and defines the Jerusalem skyline. At the heart of the sanctuary is the Foundation Stone where, according to Islamic tradition, the prophet Muhammad ascended to Heaven. Foreigners are not allowed direct access to the Foundation Stone but are allowed access to the Dome of the Rock for limited hours.
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Dome of the Rock
Islam’s third holiest site, the Dome of the Rock is built on top of the Temple Mount and defines the Jerusalem skyline. At the heart of the sanctuary is the Foundation Stone where, according to Islamic tradition, the prophet Muhammad ascended to Heaven. Foreigners are not allowed direct access to the Foundation Stone but are allowed access to the Dome of the Rock for limited hours.
Shopping
Situated between the city center and the Old City, Mamilla Alrov Avenue is a pedestrian mall that offers a selection of luxury shops, as well as upscale restaurants and cafes. Mamilla is known for its chic and tasteful European feel, and offers spectacular views of the Old City walls.
126 locals recommend
Alrov Mamilla Avenue
Situated between the city center and the Old City, Mamilla Alrov Avenue is a pedestrian mall that offers a selection of luxury shops, as well as upscale restaurants and cafes. Mamilla is known for its chic and tasteful European feel, and offers spectacular views of the Old City walls.
One of Jerusalem’s prime hangout spots for locals and tourists alike, Ben Yehuda Street is a pedestrian mall extending between King George Street and Jaffa Road in downtown Jerusalem. The street is filled with gift shops, falafel and ice-cream stores, buskers, beggars, musicians and street performers.
70 locals recommend
Ben Yehuda Street
Ben Yehuda StreetOne of Jerusalem’s prime hangout spots for locals and tourists alike, Ben Yehuda Street is a pedestrian mall extending between King George Street and Jaffa Road in downtown Jerusalem. The street is filled with gift shops, falafel and ice-cream stores, buskers, beggars, musicians and street performers.
This charming cobblestone neighbourhood just south of Ben Yehuda Street in the city center offers a great selection of shops, restaurants, bars and outdoor cafes. This is a great place to experience in summer and at night with many bustling until late.
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Nahalat Shiv'a
This charming cobblestone neighbourhood just south of Ben Yehuda Street in the city center offers a great selection of shops, restaurants, bars and outdoor cafes. This is a great place to experience in summer and at night with many bustling until late.
Museums
Yad Vashem, Israel’s national Holocaust memorial, commemorates the six million men, women and children murdered by the Nazis and their allies. Located at the foot of Mt. Herzl, Yad Vashem comprises several moving memorials, including the Hall of Remembrance and the haunting Children’s Memorial; the Holocaust History Museum; the Museum of Holocaust Art; sculptures and installations; a massive archive and a research institute. Dress appropriately, and make sure to reserve at least a few hours for a visit to the Museum.
Yad VaShem station
Yad Vashem, Israel’s national Holocaust memorial, commemorates the six million men, women and children murdered by the Nazis and their allies. Located at the foot of Mt. Herzl, Yad Vashem comprises several moving memorials, including the Hall of Remembrance and the haunting Children’s Memorial; the Holocaust History Museum; the Museum of Holocaust Art; sculptures and installations; a massive archive and a research institute. Dress appropriately, and make sure to reserve at least a few hours for a visit to the Museum.
You’ll want to devote at least a day to Israel’s largest cultural institution, the Israel Museum, which was re-launched in the summer of 2010 after a major overhaul. The Museum is made up of many different wings and a huge collection of art and archaeological findings. One of the major highlights is the distinctly shaped Shrine of the Book, which houses many ancient manuscripts including the Dead Sea Scrolls. Other highlights include the Youth Wing for children, the Billy Rose Art Garden, which showcases the development of western sculpture over the centuries, the Museum’s Fine Arts Wing and its in-depth Archaeology Wing.
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Israel Museum/Ruppin station
You’ll want to devote at least a day to Israel’s largest cultural institution, the Israel Museum, which was re-launched in the summer of 2010 after a major overhaul. The Museum is made up of many different wings and a huge collection of art and archaeological findings. One of the major highlights is the distinctly shaped Shrine of the Book, which houses many ancient manuscripts including the Dead Sea Scrolls. Other highlights include the Youth Wing for children, the Billy Rose Art Garden, which showcases the development of western sculpture over the centuries, the Museum’s Fine Arts Wing and its in-depth Archaeology Wing.
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