Mea She'arim Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Nadav Heipert
Photo by Nadav Heipert

Popular places to visit

Ethiopian Church

Ethiopian Church

You can learn about the history of Jerusalem with a stop at Ethiopian Church. Make time for the shops and local tours in this family-friendly area.

Ethiopian Church
Western Wall showing a city, landscape views and a sunset

Western Wall

4.5/5(24 reviews)

This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight.

Western Wall
Al-Aqsa Mosque showing heritage architecture, landscape views and night scenes

Al-Aqsa Mosque

4/5(5 reviews)

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.

Al-Aqsa Mosque
Church of the Holy Sepulchre showing heritage elements and interior views

Church of the Holy Sepulchre

4/5(13 reviews)

This famous church stands at the site where, according to Christian belief, Jesus was killed, buried and later raised from the dead.

Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Mahane Yehuda Market showing markets and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Machane Yehuda Market

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Get a taste of Jerusalem’s everyday life at this bustling market, home to little stores and stalls by day and restaurants and bars by night.

Machane Yehuda Market
Israel Museum showing interior views

Israel Museum

5/5(7 reviews)

Browse the exhibits at this large museum, which hosts valuable art collections as well as precious historical artifacts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Israel Museum

Activities

Bethlehem Tour From Jerusalem - Shepherds Field Visit

Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem & TelAviv

AU$242
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem & TelAviv
Saint Catherine Church in the Nativity church of Bethlehem - Guided tour of Bethlehem

Full-Day Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Tour

AU$725
per traveller
Full-Day Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Tour
Woman and child swimming in the Dead Sea

Jerusalem and Dead Sea Private Tour from Tel Aviv

AU$1,518
per traveller
Jerusalem and Dead Sea Private Tour from Tel Aviv
Private Tour in old Jerusalem

Private Tour in old Jerusalem

AU$150
per adult
Private Tour in old Jerusalem
Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River - Full Day Tour from Jerusalem & Tel Aviv

Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River - Group Guided Tour from Jerusalem

AU$403
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River - Group Guided Tour from Jerusalem
Private Jerusalem Excursion by Train on a Budget

Private Jerusalem Excursion by Train on a Budget

AU$800
per traveller
Private Jerusalem Excursion by Train on a Budget
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Our pick of the best Mea She'arim Hotel Deals

Orient by Isrotel exclusive
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
5 out of 5
3 Emek Refaim St, Jerusalem
The price is AU$316 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$316
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jerusalem. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (624 reviews)
Fantastic hotel
"I continue to come back to this fantastic hotel. Love the location, hotel, rooms, services and food."

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Orient by Isrotel exclusive
The David Citadel Jerusalem
The David Citadel Jerusalem
5 out of 5
7 King David St, Jerusalem
The price is AU$830 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$830
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jerusalem. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Mamilla Mall and New Gate are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (430 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms with plenty of space… Well appointed amenities. Great staff"

Reviewed on 6 Dec. 2024

The David Citadel Jerusalem
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
5 out of 5
26-28 Agron Street, Jerusalem
The price is AU$937 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$937
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jerusalem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (463 reviews)
"Staff was professional and courteous. Food was exceptionally delicious. Highly recommend. 5 Stars"

Reviewed on 5 Oct. 2024

Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
The Inbal Jerusalem
The Inbal Jerusalem
5 out of 5
Liberty Bell Park, 3, Jabotinsky St., Jerusalem
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$398 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
AU$398
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jerusalem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (623 reviews)
"Great location. Great staff"

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024

The Inbal Jerusalem
Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem
Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem
5 out of 5
Harav Avida 1, Jerusalem
The price is AU$368 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$368
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jerusalem. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
7.6/10 Good! (736 reviews)
"I was welcome so nicely. The breakfast is unbelievable good. The service is great. Location is perfect. Accommodations very comfortable. I can’t wait to be back."

Reviewed on 13 Dec. 2024

Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem
Herbert Samuel Jerusalem
Herbert Samuel Jerusalem
Shamai 25, Jerusalem
The price is AU$257 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$257
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Jerusalem. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (685 reviews)
a visit to Jerusalem
"From the moment I arrived, I felt welcome. Beautiful lobby and great location. Easy walk to many historic locations. Breakfast on the top floor with views of the city. Superb Housekeeping!!"

Reviewed on 27 Nov. 2024

Herbert Samuel Jerusalem
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Other neighbourhoods around Mea She'arim

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Musrara

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Musrara might not have many top sights, but Notre Dame of Jerusalem Center and Garden Tomb are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Musrara
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Mamilla

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Mamilla, Zion Square and Ben Yehuda Street are top sights worth seeing.

Mamilla
Jerusalem which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people

Nachlaot

While visiting Nachlaot, you might make a stop by sights like Machane Yehuda Market and Ben Yehuda Street.

Nachlaot
Jerusalem which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people

Jerusalem City Centre

4.5/5(35 area reviews)

Unique features of Jerusalem City Centre include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Ben Yehuda Street or Zion Square while you're exploring the area.

Jerusalem City Centre
Old City which includes markets, food and street scenes

Old City

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of Old City include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Convent of the Sisters of Zion or Church of the Holy Sepulchre while you're exploring the area.

Old City
Dome of the Rock which includes heritage architecture, a city and landscape views

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.

Muslim Quarter

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