Amazing Things To Do In Jerusalem

Jerusalem is one of the most beautiful and historical cities to visit in the Middle East. There are many different things to do there, but here is a list of four of the best things to do in Jerusalem.

  1. The Old City of Jerusalem

The Old City of Jerusalem (located in today’s East Jerusalem) is an ancient historical site that has been around since Ancient Roman times.  The Tower of David museum near the Jaffa Gate, tells the long and fascinating history of Jerusalem. While you’re going through the Jewish quarter, you can see the Western Wall which is a sacred religious site for the Jewish people and has been for a very long time. Stand in awe in front of the 30 meter tall, half kilometer long Wall where you can also see the 144 square meter courtyard.

The western Wall. Photo by sander-crombach-d_so1tRFKJk-unsplash

 

  1. The Biblical Zoo

The biblical Zoo (located in South of the city) is super fun place for the entire family to see lots of animals, and you can spend hours walking around and seeing the types of creature you’ve never gazed at before. This Zoo with its varied animal exhibits is the one of the top tourist sites in Israel. The amazing Aquarium located next to the Biblical Zoo, takes you on a fascinating journey through the four seas of Israel; Mediterranean, Sea of Galilee, Dead Sea and Red Sea. Tickets must be purchased beforehand.

  • Ein Carem

Ein Carem is the neighborhood where John the Baptist was born. (located in west of the city). Ein Carem filled with so much rich history and it lies at the foot of the Jerusalem Hills. While you’re here, you could see several things, including: Church of St John the Baptist, Visitation Church, the Notre Dame de Sion convent, the Greek Orthodox St. John convent, the Al Moskovia Russian monastery, and Mary’s Well. They also have music concerts at the Eden-Tamir Music Center as well as several art galleries to view some of the most beautiful pieces or the stained glass windows at the Hadassah Hospital Synagogue.

Ein Karem, Jerusalem

  1.  Mahane yeuda Market

Mahane yeuda Market located in the city center of Jerusalem. This is a highly popular marketplace where you can experience the Israeli culture firsthand. Here you can have guided tours and group tours so you can experience this with all your friends and family. Don’t miss this chance to see and experience culture in Jerusalem like you never have before.