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Old City of Jerusalem
Old City of Jerusalem
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Characterized by narrow, winding streets and alleyways, this ancient part of the city is filled with shrines and attractions holy to Jews, Christians and Muslims including the Western Wall, Temple Mount and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
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Neighbourhood: Givat Ram
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Angel Lazar
Jerusalem, Israel54 contributions
Jun 2022
The Holy of Holies! Definitely visit OldTown Jerusalem every day you can while in Jerusalem to immerse yourself! You can pray again and again over all your issues fully and without haste! You can visit the wonderful shops that have the best signature pieces for your home or jewelleryware, and most precious gifts you could ever buy! Don't rush! I came back almost daily while in Jerusalem! It was my go-to place! Just love it! xo~A
Written 23 June 2022
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JerseyB0yDan
Jersey City, NJ51 contributions
Mar 2022
A must place to visit if you are visiting Jerusalem. We visited the historic Old City of Jerusalem as part of our Gate 1 Travel itinerary. Our very knowledgable Tour Manager explained very well the biblical and ancient history of the Old City. It is a must place to visit.
Written 20 June 2022
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Daisy U
Seattle, WA12 contributions
May 2022
Our pilgrimage trip was very successful all because we had terrific tour guides in Jordan and Israel.
Written 15 June 2022
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Cimmerianbloke
Rixensart, Belgium430 contributions
May 2022
As a European city dweller, a dip into Jerusalem's Old City has been a cultural shakedown. The heat, the play of shadows and light, the smells and sounds of the Middle East are an amazing culture shock. The place kept its promises emotionally, with visits to Jesus' tomb and crucifixion spot, Mary's tomb and a spiritually charged visit to the western wall. The stroll around the city is safe, the sight of armed soldiers sometimes unsettling but you get used to it. The only danger awaiting you is getting bored to death by some trinquets merchants trying to convince you to buy their stuff, but I guess it's part of the charm for the privilege to immerse yourself into this unique and wonderful city.
Written 5 June 2022
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Russ R
Port Saint Lucie, FL146 contributions
May 2022
It's hard to summarize a trip to the Old City, even if it has been your third. Each time is unique and presents new memories. We spent five days in and out of the Old City in May. Fortunately for us, but not so for the merchants, it was less crowded than our previous trips. This made for some great experiences. An unexpected very short wait to see the tomb of Jesus Christ at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Easy access and no strife to visit the Temple Mount/Al-Haram Al- Sharif. Small crowds at the Western Wall complex. A few visits to the Austrian Hospice for coffee and strudel in the beautiful gardens. Great shopping opportunities with lively and friendly shop owners in the Muslim Quarter. Many great coffee, tea, and food samplings. We even reconnected with our favorite shop owners Fauzi and his son Maji. The Old City is beyond explanation. It must be experienced to understand. Don't be afraid to lose yourself to her many charms.
Written 3 June 2022
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pfefmeister
San Francisco, CA2,535 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Went on an organized tour to visit the highlights of Jerusalem. This is one of the highest items on my lifelong bucket list and it did not disappoint. Fascinating how modern Jerusalem has been rebuilt several times over ancient cities previously plundered and destroyed. Intriguing juxtaposition of holy shrines next to ordinary neighborhoods with kids playing or going to school, while one street over there are open bazaars. Totally unique, totally worth it. So much to see and experience.
Written 27 May 2022
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Violetvz
East London, South Africa680 contributions
May 2022
This tour is preserved and makes you realise what went on in the time of the Bible. There is always someone on hand to explain and give insight.
Written 25 May 2022
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Watchful26
Carlsbad, CA100 contributions
May 2022
It would be easy to spend several days touring the Old City of Jerusalem while in Israel. We visited the Western Wall, the Western Wall Tunnels and the holiest sites in Judiasm, Islam and Christianity. And then we started exploring the 4 quarters of the City. It's definitely a multi-day itinerary filled with history, archaeology, culture, food, shopping and so much more.
Written 22 May 2022
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Karen W
Long Island, NY12 contributions
May 2022
There is too much to say about the Old City especially since there are too many areas. If you are in one of the shuks (markets), always be ready to bargain. The pathways and alleys can be really confusing. Fortunately, the signs are all in Hebrew, Arabic and English. Be ready to go through TSA type of scanners and to answer questions when you go to the Kotel (Western Wall) and you should try to dress appropriately as this is a religious area. There are several gates you can go through to enter the Old City. The Ramparts walk near the Jaffa Gate is interesting.
Written 21 May 2022
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Denny B
Fort Wayne, IN1,379 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Would suggest that you visit this area with an informed historical guide. There is so much to know about in this area, you need advice. Walking through the vendors shops, the invitation is quite strong to view the merchant goods and services.
Written 14 May 2022
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J0andBrian
Yorkshire5 contributions
Hello Danny, We are arriving by cruise ship to Ashdod Port for 1 day only to visit Jerusalem.I am a Christian and just want to get a 'feel' for the place where Jesus once walked. I am disabled, this means that I can walk for only short distances at a time. All the ships tours involve a lot of walking. My husband and I are thinking that we could maybe get a taxi into the Christian Quarter and then get taxi to different places of interest - is this feasible? I would like to see the Garden Tomb, we realise that I would not be able to visit the more popular sights as I could not queue or stand for long. Any help at all would be very much appreciated, thank you.
Dino Dino
Tampa, FL38 contributions
Yes, generally speaking, the Old City will very much require at the very least long lines of simply standing and much walking. The terrain is varied and cobblestoned, with various inclines and declines, just about every you go. It will be challenging but not impossible if you come rested and ready.
You can definately taxi to Jerusalem (plan on roughly an hour there and back, 280 Shekels cost) However, taxing within the walled Old City won't be doable as the vehicles only drive along the edges/border of the walls. The Garden tomb is outside of the city, so you could go there and then taxi to the just inside the Old City, probably the Jaffa Gate entrance.
If you have only a day I highly suggest thinking about what it is you truly hope to get out of this visit. Jerusalem, as a Christian pilgrim, really should be about moments of reflection, contemplation, prayer as opposed to the usual "quick selfie" stylings of other tour spots. So when you pray and read your bible, what moments from the Gospel really stand out to you? Then pick maybe 2 of those moments and try to get there to spend some quality time.
Areas of interest are honestly going to be fairly spaced out. The main attraction of the Christian Quater would have to be the CHurch of the Holy Sepuchler (but if you're aiming for the Garden Tomb, I take it you are not of the belief that he was entombed at the Sepchler so no need to go there?)
If you're aiming for more time where Jesus likely walked, perhaps a taxi visit to the Mount of Olives just outside the city to vist the Garden of Gethseme (with 2,000 year old olive trees) and the beautiful Basillica of All nations nearby. Or maybe not visit Jerusalem at all and head north to the beautiful Sea of Galiee area where his ministry began in earnest. Some amazing sites up there easily transverable via taxi.
My take away is this. Visiting the Old City for a day is not ideal (but really, what place is sufficient in a day?) but doable. As a disabled person, you will be challenged so take your time and decide on what you really want to see. The Way of the Cross will likely be too challegening for you. Do you enjoy church visits? If so, there are plenty of many denominations? A suggesting might be to visist the Cenacle (the Upper Room Last Supper). In that immediate area you have the Tomb of the Virgin Mary, the Upper Room, as well as the Tomb of King David so you could get some Jewish culture as well as you see them intently praying at the tomb.
Lots of decsions and you can't really go wrong as long as you go with patience and the right attitude. Have fun!
lucia b
Hermosillo, Mexico7 contributions
Hola! Viajaré a Israel la próxima semana, por favor me podrían sugerir una ruta de visitas?...me interesan todos los lugares santos...muchas gracias
Wallfahrer
Brunnen, Switzerland37 contributions
Sorry, spreche zu wenig Spanisch
Norma S
Deddington, UK113 contributions
As a lone female, Is it safe to walk back from the Old City to the Yehuda market area on Shabbat evening? Is there ant form of transport available?
michelle b
17 contributions
The safest route to walk is via the Armenian quarter. (NOT through the shuk) rather through the Jewish residential quarter upto the police station in the Armenian quarter and out through Jaffa gate.
This is a very busy route travelled by many so you'd be in good company.
That being said, as a religious person myself who does not travel in vehicles on the Sabbath I cannot advise you on transportation. I know many of the taxi services do close for the Sabbath and don't know the other ones, so I can't vouch for them as I am unfamiliar. The walk to machane Yehuda market is about 20-25 minutes and very pleasant. On a busy route, so I believe you'd be safe. Of course I don't know what time you are planning this...so obviously within reasonable timing with pedestrian traffic around. I hope this helps
ScenicGirl92
Manchester, UK66 contributions
Hey,
I am travelling to Israel for a week in mid June. We are staying within the Old City of Jerusalem, and just wondering what it's like at night? I've heard some horror stories of people feeling unsafe to walk around after dark, and we really don't want to be stuck in the hotel until the sun comes out. If anyone can help reassure me, I'd be really grateful.
(I have been to Istanbul and walked out around midnight to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia - 10 mins walk, and never felt more relaxed, it was buzzing with life - just wondering if the Old city will be anything like this?)
Also, we have a jam packed itinerary (Nazareth day trip, Massada & dead sea, Bethlehem & Jericho, Caesaria and Grottos) but we will have two full days to spend in the Old city (Fri & Sun) will these be good enough days to explore, considering one is the Shabbat?
Thanks all!
Luxury T
Los Angeles, CA44 contributions
Yes I agree it is not safe but yet it is safe. What do I mean by that, Jerusalem is a beautiful town However it is full of conflict. There is always somebody crazy who hates the American and wants to hurt them, so better to avoid taking chances. The best thing to do in Jerusalem Visiting Hezekiah Tunnel , The museum and of course where Jesus walked , prayed and died. So two days is ok but if you can have more time will be better. I love the old Town market and I love shopping there for Herbs & spices.They have the best. If you have more questions email me .
Дмитрий Саламатин.
Sochi, Russia133 contributions
Доброго время суток! Подскажите пожалуйста собираюсь в Израиль в первый раз после нового года. Посоветуйте как лучше ехать самому или с туром? Заранее спасибо!
ereznik95
Kyiv (Kiev), Ukraine80 contributions
в Иерусалиме есть замечательные гиды русскоговорящие. Я очень люблю изучать город с Зоар Хальфан, ее страничка есть в ФБ. Есть еще Вадим Лаут, Юлия Хович. Ну еще много талантливых гидов есть. Это если самим ехать и потом на экскурсии попадать, чтоб знающие люди вас везде поводили и показали. А можно и в турагенствах экскурсии заказывать, и самим бродить - в интернете обо всем масса информации есть и карты соответствующие.
Galinakug
Moscow, Russia40 contributions
Действительно ли существуют проблемы при въезде в Израиль? Какие вопросы могут представлять сложности для туристов?
ereznik95
Kyiv (Kiev), Ukraine80 contributions
в связи с тем, что въезжающие как туристы стали массово оставаться и работать нелегально, ужесточился безвизовый въезд. Причем проверка может занять как 15 минут, так и 7 часов, а многих заворачивают, не объясняя причин - право принимающей стороны. Проверяют и наличие обратного билета, и гостиничную бронь, и знание адреса, куда направляетесь. Проверяют психическую стабильность, задав вопрос и оставив вас одних (камеры наблюдения включены, но не заметны) в комнате досмотра. Потом может зайти другой сотрудник, начать задавать те же вопросы. А психологи в это время изучают вашу реакцию и выносят вердикт: адекватен ли турист, не представляет ли социальную угрозу. Поэтому: улыбайтесь, господа! ( ну и соответствующими документами обеспечьте себя)
Galinakug
Moscow, Russia40 contributions
Добрый день! Планируем впервые посетить Изоаиль во второй половине ноября. Скажите, пожалуйста, открыт ли доступ к Стене плача?
gulya19711907
Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan7 contributions
Проблем не было. Доступ был открыт для всех. В одежде требуется соблюсти сдержанный и достойный вид:ничего открытого, короткого, мини. Желательно иметь головной убор или платок.
Brecht T
Aarschot, Belgium72 contributions
We are visiting Jerusalem during Rosh Hashanah (10th and 11th of september). Is there a difference in opening hours for e.g. Temple Mount and Church of the Holy Sepulchre during Rosh Hashanah or is it closed on both days?
Thank you very much in advance!
Viagem de casal
Sao Paulo, SP300 contributions
I don't think it will be closed in this days because the Holy Sepulcre Church (christian place) and the Temple Mount (muslim place) are not jewish places to the Jewish New Year.
Lucyesme2015
Plymouth, UK3 contributions
how much walking is there in the jerusalem bethlehem trip
Ivan_emmanuel
New Delhi, India487 contributions
Both places require quite alot of walking!
My phone data tells me that we did about 6miles each day minimum! It could be more as well!
Depending on how many places u plan to visit.
Wear Comfortable shoes!! Especially in Jerusalem, there are cobbled streets and they're quite uneven!!
louis j
Bournemouth, UK1 contribution
Hi I am visiting israle for a week . In that I am planning to stay in Jerusalem for 4 days. What else I should see important in North. And where to stay
Africa Eddie
Sydney, Australia9,633 contributions
Book tours. You won't understa nd anything without a guide. You may see a lot but miss the importance. Garden Tomb a must do if you are a believer.
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- (0.00 km) Al-Buraq
- (0.21 km) The Quarter Cafe
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