Title: Things to Do in Jerusalem District in 2026 | Expedia.com # Things to do in Jerusalem District ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Jerusalem District Types of activities Where to stay [Jerusalem District Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Jerusalem-District.dx678344909757546496) ![UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Old City of Jerusalem Damascus Gate (שער שכם) is one of the main entrances to the Old City of Jerusalem, it was built in 1537 under the rule of Suleiman the Magnificent, the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. #Israel #Jerusalem #OldCity #DamascusGate #gate #History Photo Contest #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/43b28b50-b5d2-487b-9ccf-e83633b40f7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Old City of Jerusalem Damascus Gate (שער שכם) is one of the main entrances to the Old City of Jerusalem, it was built in 1537 under the rule of Suleiman the Magnificent, the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. #Israel #Jerusalem #OldCity #DamascusGate #gate #History Photo Contest #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/43b28b50-b5d2-487b-9ccf-e83633b40f7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Old City of Jerusalem The Old City is home to several sites of key religious importance: the Temple Mount and Western Wall for Jews, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Christians and the Dome of the Rock and al-Aqsa Mosque for Muslims. It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site List in 1981.(Wikipedia) #Jerusalem #Israel #OldCity #citywall #road #nightscape #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite #history](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/616716b4-ddaf-4434-9fdc-0841a8f737f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jerusalem Citadel The Tower of David seen from the ramparts within the tower walls. David's Tower aka Jerusalem Citadel can be found near the Jaffa Gate entrance to the old city #israel #jerusalem #oldcity #citadel #towerofdavid #garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/0997ff55-7649-4050-8a05-a9024193ec83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of the Holy Sepulchre is located in the Christian Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. The church contains, according to traditions dating back to at least the fourth century, the two holiest sites in Christianity: the site where Jesus of Nazareth was crucified at a place known as "Calvary" or "Golgotha", and Jesus's empty tomb, where he is said to have been buried and resurrected. (Wikipedia) #Israel #Jerusalem #OldCity #church #Christianity #UNESCOWorldHeritageSites #History Photo Contest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/c7230dcf-560a-46eb-b027-4ad183e4394f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Jerusalem District must see attractions ### 1\. Western Wall The Western Wall, also known as the Al-Buraq Wall, the Kotel or the Wailing Wall, has been a site of pilgrimage for Jews and Muslims for centuries. Its towering sandstone blocks are stuffed with paper prayers. Watch as men, women and children gather here to recite scriptures and touch the ancient stone. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Western-Wall-Old-City.d6076024.Vacation-Attraction) ![Western Wall showing heritage elements, a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076024/08d09238-5046-48b8-b092-368f84503655.jpg) ### 2\. Machane Yehuda Market Explore the historic market of Machane Yehuda to get a feel for the energetic, commercial face of Jerusalem. The market is particularly famous for food, and is home to all kinds of stalls and vendors. If you’re after a traditional Levantine meal, choose one of the many shawarma or falafel stands. For dessert, try a regional favorite like halva or baklava. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Machane-Yehuda-Market-Nachlaot.d6197637.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mahane Yehuda Market which includes markets and interior views as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197637/3b8f91e8-314c-4547-ac81-e8cd3f74bb70.jpg) ### 3\. Al-Aqsa Mosque A long-venerated place of worship for Muslims, the Al-Aqsa Mosque is one of the important religious structures located on the Temple Mount. The site is known in Arabic as Haram esh-Sharif (the Noble Sanctuary). View the rectangular, Islamic-influenced design of the building and learn about its long and fascinating history. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Al-Aqsa-Mosque-Old-City.d501320.Vacation-Attraction) ![Al-Aqsa Mosque which includes a city, landscape views and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501320/3c2d4ce0-c442-4311-847d-0d0e0dc70bd2.jpg) ### 4\. Temple Mount The Temple Mount (or Haram al-Sharif, as it is known to Muslims) is a raised area situated close to Jerusalem’s Western Wall. It is considered to be among the holiest sites in the world for Muslim and Jewish people, as well as holding great significance for Christians. Visit the Temple Mount complex to admire the iconic Dome of the Rock and to enjoy beautiful vistas of Jerusalem’s Old City. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Temple-Mount-Old-City.d6076050.Vacation-Attraction) ![Temple Mount featuring landscape views, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076050/715550ae-86c1-42f7-8f14-96416a8cd6b2.jpg) ### 5\. Church of the Holy Sepulchre Of all the holy Christian sites, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is one of the most famous. Join the many Christian pilgrims who come here to view sacred spots associated with Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Church-Of-The-Holy-Sepulchre-Old-City.d501322.Vacation-Attraction) ![Church of the Holy Sepulchre showing interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501322/569fa79f-a462-4787-b9e9-84e7fa2ea1f0.jpg) ### 6\. Israel Museum The Israel Museum is among the country’s most acclaimed cultural institutions. Discover exhibits ranging from ancient Holy Land artifacts to contemporary art collections and displays detailing important chapters from Israeli history. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Israel-Museum-Jerusalem.d501308.Vacation-Attraction) ![Israel Museum featuring art and interior views as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501308/2b4a69cb-0f8f-4a04-b9c0-7409c7e6c0b9.jpg) ### 7\. Mount of Olives Visit the picturesque Mount of Olives and you’ll find not only an iconic feature of Jerusalem’s landscape, but an important site in Jewish and Christian scripture. It is mentioned numerous times in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is also considered holy by Muslims. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Mount-Of-Olives-Jerusalem.d553248621558034847.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount of Olives showing a city, landscape views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558034847/56cf20dd-05a0-478c-a3f2-5943f241a8c8.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_678344909757546496) ## What to do in Jerusalem District --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Jerusalem District? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Jerusalem District ![Western Wall showing heritage elements, a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076024/08d09238-5046-48b8-b092-368f84503655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Western Wall 4.5/5(684 reviews) This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight. [](https://expedia.com/Western-Wall-Old-City.d6076024.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mahane Yehuda Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197637/2ee60913-3e59-4700-b1c9-49828c760bd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Machane Yehuda Market 4.5/5(336 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Machane-Yehuda-Market-Nachlaot.d6197637.Vacation-Attraction) ![Al-Aqsa Mosque which includes a city, landscape views and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501320/3c2d4ce0-c442-4311-847d-0d0e0dc70bd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Al-Aqsa Mosque 4/5(166 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Al-Aqsa-Mosque-Old-City.d501320.Vacation-Attraction) ![View from above, stunning view of the Jerusalem skyline with the beautiful Dome of the Rock](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558034846/5175c739-bc36-4bcf-8e9e-ac3a62d5d622.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mamilla Mall 4.5/5(132 reviews) During your trip to Jerusalem, you can do some window-shopping at Mamilla Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Mamilla-Mall-Jerusalem-City-Centre.d553248621558034846.Vacation-Attraction) ![Temple Mount featuring landscape views, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076050/715550ae-86c1-42f7-8f14-96416a8cd6b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Temple Mount 4.5/5(324 reviews) Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem. [](https://expedia.com/Temple-Mount-Old-City.d6076050.Vacation-Attraction) ![Church of the Holy Sepulchre showing interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501322/569fa79f-a462-4787-b9e9-84e7fa2ea1f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Church of the Holy Sepulchre 4.5/5(323 reviews) This famous church stands at the site where, according to Christian belief, Jesus was killed, buried and later raised from the dead. [](https://expedia.com/Church-Of-The-Holy-Sepulchre-Old-City.d501322.Vacation-Attraction) ![Israel’s struggle graffiti #adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/4028b52d-0099-4d9a-b713-8e7d7baba98e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ben Yehuda Street 4.5/5(219 reviews) During your visit to Jerusalem, you can do some window-shopping at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Ben-Yehuda-Street-Jerusalem-City-Centre.d6076077.Vacation-Attraction) ![Israel Museum showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501308/d902db94-f4ee-4bf7-a3b7-98d0e63da4d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Israel Museum 4.5/5(276 reviews) Browse the exhibits at this large museum, which hosts valuable art collections as well as precious historical artifacts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls. [](https://expedia.com/Israel-Museum-Jerusalem.d501308.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount of Olives featuring a city, landscape views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558034847/52023173-864b-4ac7-9471-a59bae86c012.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount of Olives 4.5/5(107 reviews) Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism. [](https://expedia.com/Mount-Of-Olives-Jerusalem.d553248621558034847.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Jerusalem District ![Great Hostel. Clean, near the shopping centre. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/88868842-eca7-439b-b9c1-dde0ab47a1ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jerusalem City Centre 4.5/5(686 area reviews) Unique features of Jerusalem City Centre include the historic sites and museums. Make a stop by Ben Yehuda Street or Zion Square while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.com/Jerusalem-Jerusalem-City-Centre.dx553248633981712548) ![Old City which includes markets, food and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6261673/e4d0771d-c024-4e90-9a45-ae03fe2fa3c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old City 4.5/5(60 area reviews) Walled and divided into four distinct quarters, the Old City houses key religious sites like the Western Wall, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Dome of the Rock. Explore its unique atmosphere, attractions, and diverse shops and restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Jerusalem-Old-City.dx6261673) ![UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Old City of Jerusalem The Old City is home to several sites of key religious importance: the Temple Mount and Western Wall for Jews, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Christians and the Dome of the Rock and al-Aqsa Mosque for Muslims. It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site List in 1981](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/9f7d380f-00c0-4055-9d9e-14ea585a60ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mamilla 4.5/5(127 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Mamilla, Zion Square and Ben Yehuda Street are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Jerusalem-Mamilla.dx553248635964998432) ![West Jerusalem which includes street scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634327983082/82527543-4104-4c9d-b7fd-f086453ae563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mishkenot Sha'ananim Historic sites, restaurants, and spas are some highlights of Mishkenot Sha'ananim. Make a stop by The First Station or Mount Zion while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.com/Jerusalem-Mishkenot-Shaananim.dx6338508) ![Jaffa Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/c8ed8324-37b2-4e7b-a92c-1ac8843db603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nachlaot While visiting Nachlaot, you might make a stop by sights like Machane Yehuda Market and Ben Yehuda Street. [](https://expedia.com/Jerusalem-Nachlaot.dx553248635976399014) ![Aerial sunset view of Jerusalem with the old city and the western parts, Silwan, Rehavia, Abu Tor and talpiyot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007915/eec105c5-3a0f-4e29-8c26-061bbb91f53e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rehavia While visiting Rehavia, you might make a stop by sights like Ben Yehuda Street and French Square. [](https://expedia.com/Jerusalem-Rehavia.dx553248635976007915) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Jerusalem District ![Mount of Olives showing a city, landscape views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558034847/56cf20dd-05a0-478c-a3f2-5943f241a8c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jerusalem ![Shepherd field church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179077/deb82e6d-0d41-4d3d-b9a1-b8419f39716f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bayt Sahur ![The birthplace of Jesus Christ - Church of the Nativity (كَنِيسَةُ ٱلْمَهْد‎), Bethlehem, Palestine, consider one of the most sacred place in Christianity. #Bethlehem #Palestine #Church #Christianity #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179077/abd89235-c218-45d8-bce2-ce7081b6ce81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bethlehem ![Sector E1, the territory in the Judean desert between Jerusalem and Ma'ale Adumim, disputed territory between Israel and the Palestinian Administration. Zone C, Palestinian Authority, October 2013.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152110/cb5beaf5-acab-4888-ad07-bc2f35663919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ramallah ![Panorama of the city of Kiryat Sefer - Modi'in Illit, Israel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264903/07b5fa50-3142-4a01-a2f1-84ec811e2bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut ![The Hebrew name for this location is Yemenite Immigrant hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248628384525516/eef56f52-6522-42e5-adf3-bd89d07a69c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mateh Yehuda ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app