Visit Jerusalem
- Art & Culture
- Place or Historical Monument
- Museums
Jerusalem: How to get there?
1 hour by bus from Tel Aviv
Jerusalem: See when to go?
All year round
Jerusalem: For how long?
3 to 5 days
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Jerusalem Holidays
Constructed from a mosaic of different quarters, each with a strong identity, Jerusalem also houses the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Dome of the Rock: three holy monuments for each of the three monotheistic religions.
Jerusalem: What to see nearby?
What our travellers think of their stay
Jerusalem is the cradle of three great monotheistic religions and an absolute must-see during a trip to Israel. There is history and modernity on the corner of every street but don't forget to let yourself fall under the town's spell.
My suggestion
Everytime I go to Jerusalem I climb the Mount of Olives before the end of the afternoon in order to watch the sun set over the old town while the mosques call the faithful to prayer and the church bells ring. It's magic.
Constructed from a mosaic of different quarters, each with a strong identity, Jerusalem also houses the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Dome of the Rock: three holy monuments for each of the three monotheistic religions.
My suggestion
Once you have decided the dates of your trip to Israel, book a room in the old town so you can immerse yourself as much as possible in its unique spiritual atmosphere.
A thrice-holy city, Jerusalem is a must-see place for its immensely rich culture, but its status as capital of Israel is controversial: to visit it is a truly unique experience.
My suggestion
Don't hesitate to push on the doors that you see: each building has its own history and, as long as you leave a tip with attendant at these places, you can see some incredibly ancient treasures.
