Emek Refaim
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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Other neighborhoods around Emek Refaim
German Colony
German Colony is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Natural History Jerusalem and Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center.
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 Montefiore Windmill.
Talbieh
While there might not be top attractions in Talbieh, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jerusalem Great Synagogue and Montefiore Windmill.
Mishkenot Sha'ananim
Historic sites, restaurants, and spas are some highlights of Mishkenot Sha'ananim. Make a stop by The First Station or Khan Theatre while you're exploring.
Katamon
While Katamon isn't home to many top sights, Israel Museum and Holyland Model of Jerusalem are some notable places to visit nearby.
Rehavia
While visiting Rehavia, you might make a stop by sights like Jerusalem Great Synagogue and Ben Yehuda Street.
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- Hansen House - Design
- Museum of Natural History Jerusalem
- Al-Aqsa Mosque
- Western Wall
- Jaffa Gate
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Machane Yehuda Market
- Mamilla Mall
- Israel Museum
- Mount of Olives
- Ben Yehuda Street
- Mount Zion
- City of David
- Dome of the Rock
- Damascus Gate
- Garden Tomb
- Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem
- Temple Mount
- Yad Vashem
- Jerusalem Great Synagogue
- Holyland Model of Jerusalem
- Notre Dame of Jerusalem Center
- King David's Tomb
- Via Dolorosa
- Jerusalem International YMCA
- Garden of Gethsemane
- Western Wall Tunnel
- Zion Square
- Hebrew University of Jerusalem Mount Scopus
- Benedictine Monastery in Abu Ghosh
- Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- Golden Gate