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Popular Best Things to Do in Jerusalem District [2025]
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Old City
4.7
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103 reviews
5.7
Based on 14,129 reviews
Jerusalem Old City | 22.4 km from downtown
Phone +97235166699
Address: Jerusalem
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
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Dusk prayers of three religions
Mount of Olives: biblical views
31% positive reviews
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- Rich Historical Background: Although not built by King David, the Tower of David's history dates back over 2,000 years to the reign of Herod. It has witnessed the destruction by the Romans, the restoration by the Byzantines, the fortification by the Crusaders, and the expansion by the Ottoman Turks. Each empire has left its mark on this tower, making it a witness to Jerusalem's historical changes.
- Unique Architectural Style: Located at the highest point of Jerusalem's Old City, the Tower of David boasts a magnificent and imposing exterior. Most of its current appearance reflects the style of the 16th-century Ottoman Empire, while the base retains Herod's original stones from the 1st century BC. The ancient stones and the thick city walls speak of the vicissitudes of time.
- Rich Museum Experience: After a major renovation, the Tower of David Museum has introduced innovative technologies and interactive exhibits, such as the "Sands of Time" interactive exhibit, animated films, and creative digital media, allowing visitors to learn about Jerusalem's history in a more intuitive and engaging way.
- Superb Viewpoints: Standing atop the tower, one can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Jerusalem's Old City, including the Temple Mount, the Mount of Olives, and the intersection of the four districts of the Old City, allowing visitors to appreciate the unique character of the ancient city from a high vantage point.
- Exciting Cultural Activities: Every evening, the Tower of David hosts a light show that uses light and shadow effects to tell the historical stories of Jerusalem, adding a mysterious and enchanting touch to the ancient fortress and providing visitors with a stunning visual experience.
Be sure to do your homework in advance and have a general understanding of the country's history. If you are going to the old city, it is even more necessary to understand its history. Otherwise, it will be a blind tour, and you will not be able to experience the local customs and culture of this place! If you are good at English, you must join a local tour, the explanation is very interesting! I think the food there does not suit the Chinese taste. Jews and Palestinians are actually quite good at mathematics. Be sure to choose a hotel that is convenient for travel, even if it is a little expensive. I stayed in an Airbnb at the time. If I were to choose again, I would definitely stay in a hotel!
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Church of the Holy Sepulchre
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194 reviews
4.7
Based on 6,846 reviews
Jerusalem Old City | 22.3 km from downtown
Phone +97226273314
Address: Jerusalem
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Feel the historical significance of the sacred site of Jesus' resurrection
Sacred Pilgrimage Site: Church of the Holy Sepulchre
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The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, a building with profound historical and religious significance, attracts countless tourists and believers with its unique charm.
The church is solemn and sacred, with simple but gorgeous decorations. Every detail reveals piety and awe for religion. As the core of the church, the Holy Sepulchre has attracted countless believers to come and worship, feeling the precipitation of history and the power of faith.
The appearance of the building is magnificent, integrating a variety of architectural styles, showing the exquisite skills and pursuit of beauty of the craftsmen at that time. At the same time, the location of the church is also of great historical significance, making the entire complex more solemn and sacred.
In general, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is an architectural treasure that integrates history, religion and art. It not only witnesses the changes of history, but also is the sustenance of the believers' hearts and a holy place for pilgrimage. Whether it is for believers or tourists, it is worth exploring and feeling the shock and touch that transcends time and space.
the church is really cool. The line to see the tomb is very long but overall superb.
Al-Aqsa Mosque
4.4
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31 reviews
4.2
Jerusalem Old City | 22.8 km from downtown
Phone +97226283292
Address: Jerusalem
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
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Al-Aqsa Mosque is the most famous mosque in the city. The entire building area is quite large. The mosque is located in the complex of buildings on the Temple Mount. The structure of the golden dome is very unique. It is also a place where you can appreciate the religious characteristics of the city of Jerusalem.
Al-Aqsa Mosque is a very historic mosque. The entire building is very classical. It is also an old mosque in Israel. There are quite a lot of tourists coming here. It is an important area of religious pilgrimage.
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The Israel Museum, Jerusalem
4.6
/5
58 reviews
4.2
Based on 5,012 reviews
West Jerusalem | 19.8 km from downtown
Phone +97226708811
Address: Derech Ruppin 11, Jerusalem, Israel
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
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Who would believe that a country with such beautiful scenery and luxurious architecture is actually a warmongering country? It is a miracle that there is still such a beautiful city after decades of war. I wish the world peace and no war.
On the Jewish Sabbath (Sabbath), from sunset on Friday to before sunset on Saturday, the whole city is dead silent. Shops and attractions are closed, and even public transportation, including the airport train, has stopped. Fortunately, there are Arabs who can take taxis or buses to travel.
If you are in Jerusalem on Saturday, in addition to strolling around the Old City, you can also take a taxi to the Israel Museum, which is still open as usual.
The Israel Museum has a Chinese audio guide, and the main attraction is the Dead Sea Scrolls Hall (The Shrine of the Book (Picture 5)). The entire building is designed to resemble the earthen jars that originally stored the Dead Sea Scrolls, but most people cannot see the Dead Sea Scrolls. of.
Another point of interest is the Second Temple model (Figures 4&6). Take a look at the Second Temple outside the Western Wall, which is the heart of the Jews.
The Jewish Art & Life Wing has an English tour at 11:30. In one hour, I gained a lot of understanding of Jewish culture: For example, what is written in a Jewish marriage contract (Picture 7)? What is Torah (Figure 8)? Why do some Jewish lampstands (Picture 9) have seven lampholders and some have nine? Not to be missed are the four synagogues transplanted from India, Italy, Suriname in South America and Germany (Figure 1-3). The most interesting thing is the different interpretations of the sand in front of the pulpit in Suriname (Figure 3).
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