East Jerusalem
Travel Guide
Visit East Jerusalem
Where to stay in East Jerusalem
Old City
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.
Christian Quarter
Home to 40 Christian holy sites, including the revered Church of the Holy Sepulchre, this quarter boasts bustling market streets like David Street and Christian Road. Explore various patriarchal seats, hotels, and museums, with easy access via the New Gate.
Muslim Quarter
Covering 31 hectares in the Old City of Jerusalem, the Muslim Quarter boasts significant sights like Via Dolorosa, Kotel Katan, and Western Wall Tunnels, offering a rich historical experience.
Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Western Wall Tunnel and Four Sephardic Synagogues.
Armenian Quarter
Armenian Quarter is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem and Christ Church.
Ramot Alon
When in Ramot Alon, you can plan a visit to Belz Great Synagogue and Machane Yehuda Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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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.
Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
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.
Damascus Gate
Learn about the local history of Jerusalem when you take a trip to Damascus Gate. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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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