East Jerusalem Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
![Mount of Olives showing landscape views, a city and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292872-Mount-Of-Olives.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Church of Mary Magdalene featuring interior views, religious elements and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292130-Jerusalem-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Mount of Olives which includes landscape views, a city and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292874-Mount-Of-Olives.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Church of All Nations which includes heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292465-Church-Of-All-Nations.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Church of All Nations featuring interior views and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292462-Church-Of-All-Nations.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit East Jerusalem
Where to stay in East Jerusalem
![Old City which includes markets, food and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292408-Old-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Old City
Unique features of Old City include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Lutheran Church of the Redeemer or Church of the Holy Sepulchre while you're exploring the area.
![Dome of the Rock which includes heritage architecture, a city and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292680-Dome-Of-The-Rock.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Muslim Quarter
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Muslim Quarter. You might want to make time for a stop at Dome of the Rock or Temple Mount.
![Western Wall which includes a city and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292426-Western-Wall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Western Wall Tunnel and Western Wall.
![Church of the Holy Sepulchre which includes heritage elements, religious elements and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292119-Jerusalem-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Christian Quarter
Christian Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Lutheran Church of the Redeemer.
![Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem showing heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292165-Jerusalem-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Armenian Quarter
Armenian Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cathedral of St. James and Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem.
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Beit Safafa
Beit Safafa might not have many top sights, but Teddy Stadium and Rachel's Tomb are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
![Hotel 7 Arches Jerusalem](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/425500/425447/d58ebf6b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024
![New Capitol Hotel - Jerusalem](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34580000/34577800/34577708/628df674_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jan. 2025
![New Imperial Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9440000/9436700/9436613/a0d17db8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2024
![Hillel 11 Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5890000/5882000/5881999/65419121_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 Feb. 2025
![City Center Jerusalem](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5115400/5115307/0221ead8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2024
![Mamilla View - Suites & Apt Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92270000/92262000/92261907/a05e7d82_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024
Popular places to visit
![Western Wall showing a city, landscape views and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292435-Western-Wall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 showing heritage architecture, landscape views and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292731-Al-Aqsa-Mosque.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Church of the Holy Sepulchre showing heritage elements and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292116-Jerusalem-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Jaffa Gate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a595e4efec3c94f4d59d62d706558c28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Jaffa Gate
You can learn about the history of Jerusalem when you stop by Jaffa Gate. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
![Mount of Olives featuring a city, landscape views and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292876-Mount-Of-Olives.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
![Temple Mount showing a city, heritage architecture and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/292000/292443-Temple-Mount.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Temple Mount
Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem.
Activities
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From Jerusalem: Petra, Wadi Rum & Aqaba Tour, 3-Days
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Jerusalem Highlights Private Walking Tour With A Guide
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Jerusalem Highlights Private Walking Tour With A Guide
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Jerusalem and Dead Sea Private Tour from Tel Aviv
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