The Jewish Quarter in the Old City
There are 3 Jerusalem tours:
- Three Religions - The Western Wall, Temple Mount, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Beginnings - the City of David, the Davidson Archaeological Center, and the Machane Yehuda Marketplace
- The Jewish Quarter of the Old City - this page
On this tour of Jerusalem, we'll focus on the different sites of the Jewish Quarter, in the old city of Jerusalem. It might be just 1 out of 4 quarters, but there's plenty to be seen!
We'll start off taking a look at a map of the old city, to understand what we're actually talking about when we talk about the different quarters.
Once we've got the intro stuff out of the way, we'll get going. Our first stop is King David's Tomb on Mount Zion. We'll stop at the Zion gate, and talk about the different wars of Israel, from the Independence War through the Yom Kippur War, and how they changed life here in the Jewish Quarter.
We'll see the Hurva Synagogue and talk about its strange name and significance, and we'll see remains of the Cardo, the main street 2000 years ago, and see what life was like when it was a hustling and bustling city.
And there are even remains from a wall that surrounded the Old City over 2500 years ago that are visible in the Jewish Quarter, and we'll talk about what made this wall necessary, why it was built specifically here, and what makes it so unique.
Of course, no tour of the Jewish Quarter is complete without wrapping up at the Western Wall with a very brief explanation (full detailed explanation in the Jerusalem - 3 Religions tour)
Ready to explore the Jewish Quarter?
How do I book a Virtual Tour?
- In order to NOT pay the VAT 17% tax that is applicable to Israeli citizens, when filling out payment information, please include either the name and address of the organization which you are ordering for, or your passport number in the "something you want to say" box. This exempts you from the VAT and makes the tour 17% cheaper for you than it would be otherwise.
- Once name and address/passport number are ready and easily accessible, click here for the payment link, fill in information, and click to pay.
- Once payment and necessary information is received, Rotem will email you to schedule the tour date and time of your tour
Customize Your Experience!
Want a completely customized tour especially for you and your family or friends? Your synagogue or church?
We'll work together to create an unforgettable experience.
Whether you're interested in a virtual tour or coming to Israel in person, we'll make sure that you enjoy:
An exclusive tour guide for the entire duration of the tour
A tour taliored specifically to fit your needs
A date and time that works for you, regardless of what time it is in Israel
What You Get
You get a licensed tour guide, and licensed driver (for up to 7 people*) all rolled into one!
We'll tour in a comfortable vehicle for the duration of the tour
The itinerary will be set, but flexible, so we can make changes as we go
Appropriate for ages "as soon as you're willing to fly with them" to 120 years young
*please talk to me about how much luggage you'll be bringing if you're going to be more than 4 people.