East Jerusalem
Travel Guide
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Visit East Jerusalem
Where to stay in East Jerusalem
![Old City which includes markets, food and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292408-Old-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Old City
Unique features of Old City include the historic sites and shopping. Make a stop by Via Dolorosa or Convent of the Sisters of Zion while you're exploring the area.
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Muslim Quarter
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Muslim Quarter. You might want to make time for a stop at Convent of the Sisters of Zion or Dome of the Rock.
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Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Western Wall Tunnel and Western Wall.
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Christian Quarter
Christian Quarter is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Via Dolorosa.
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Armenian Quarter
Armenian Quarter is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Christ Church and Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem.
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Beit Safafa
When in Beit Safafa, you can plan a visit to Teddy Stadium and Rachel's Tomb, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Popular places to visit
![Western Wall showing landscape views, a city and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292435-Western-Wall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Western Wall
This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight.
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Al-Aqsa Mosque
Part of the sacred Temple Mount site, this lead-domed structure is a fully functioning mosque. It is among the holiest sites in the Islamic world.
![Church of the Holy Sepulchre which includes interior views and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292116-Jerusalem-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
This famous church stands at the site where, according to Christian belief, Jesus was killed, buried and later raised from the dead.
![Jaffa Gate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a595e4efec3c94f4d59d62d706558c28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Jaffa Gate
You can learn about the history of Jerusalem with a trip to Jaffa Gate. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
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Temple Mount
Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem.
Things to do
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Jerusalem Highlights Private Walking Tour With A Guide
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Jerusalem and Dead Sea Private Tour from Tel Aviv
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Full-Day Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Tour
![Judean Desert Jeep Adventure from Jerusalem](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2439469/87c8a09f-2de4-4e7b-aad4-31e137d1fdcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)