Holyland
Jerusalem
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Israel Museum
Browse the exhibits at this large museum, which hosts valuable art collections as well as precious historical artifacts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Machane Yehuda Market
Get a taste of Jerusalem’s everyday life at this bustling market, home to little stores and stalls by day and restaurants and bars by night.
Ben Yehuda Street
During your visit to Jerusalem, you can do some window-shopping at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
Things to do
Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River - Group Guided Tour from Jerusalem
Full-Day Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Tour
From Jerusalem: Petra, Wadi Rum & Aqaba Tour, 3-Days
A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Jerusalem's Old City
West-Bank Christian Full Day Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Holyland
Bayit VeGan
Though Bayit VeGan might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yad Vashem and National Library of Israel.
Katamon
While Katamon isn't home to many top sights, L.A. Meyer Institute for Islamic Art and Israel Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Talpiot
Travelers enjoy Talpiot for its cafes and shopping. Consider checking out Hadar Mall while you're in the area.
Emek Refaim
If you're spending some time in Emek Refaim, Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem are top sights worth seeing.
Baka
Check out the restaurants, historic sites, and gardens while spending some time in Baka. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like The First Station or L.A. Meyer Institute for Islamic Art.
Rehavia
While visiting Rehavia, you might make a stop by sights like Jerusalem Great Synagogue and French Square.