East Jerusalem Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit East Jerusalem
Where to stay in East Jerusalem

Old City
Unique features of Old City include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Via Dolorosa or Mosque of Omar while you're exploring the area.

Muslim Quarter
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Muslim Quarter. You might want to make time for a stop at Convent of the Sisters of Zion or Dome of the Rock.

Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Western Wall and Temple Mount.

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 Monastery of St. Saviour.

Armenian Quarter
Armenian Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Christ Church and Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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
Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem.
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