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 Lutheran Church of the Redeemer or Church of the Holy Sepulchre 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 Dome of the Rock or Temple Mount.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
- Western Wall
- Al-Aqsa Mosque
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Jaffa Gate
- Mount of Olives
- Temple Mount
- Dome of the Rock
- City of David
- Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem
- Garden of Gethsemane
- Church of All Nations
- Church of Mary Magdalene
- Hebrew University of Jerusalem Mount Scopus
- Zion Gate
- Dung Gate
- Dominus Flevit Church
- Haas Promenade