History Attractions in Jerusalem

Most of Jerusalem's must-see historic sites are concentrated in and around the Old City. This is the place to step back into Christian, Jewish and Muslim history and to uncover the layers of Jerusalem through archaeological finds, museums and even cemeteries. To the east of the Old City, the Kidron Valley and the Mount of Olives will take you back to biblical times--this is where King David and Jesus walked and prophets are buried. The City of David, just to the south of the Old City,is one of Israel's largest national archeological parks and will give you a picture of what Jerusalem looked like all the way back to Canaanite times. Lots of walking and hills involved in discovering all these historic sites, so come prepared with strong shoes, hat and water.

The City of David Visitors Center

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Shiloach village

Site of King David's city--learn about the origins of Jerusalem...
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The Southern Wall of the Temple of the Mount and the Davidson Center

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Western Wall Tunnel

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Western Wall Plaza

Walk underground along the length of the Western Wall...
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Burnt House

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2 Tiferet Yisrael Street
Jewish Quarter

Preserved Second Temple home...
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Wohl Museum of Archaeology

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1 Hakaraim Street
Jewish Quarter

Tour a wealthy Second Temple-era Jerusalem neighborhood...
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Cardo (The)

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Jewish Quarter
Old City

Restored Roman street...
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Damascus Gate

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Ha-Tsanhanim Street

Crowded gate with market leading into Arab Quarter...
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Church of the Holy Sepulchre

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Suq Khan e-Zeit
Christian Quarter

One of the most important Christian sites.Believed by many orthodox Christians and Catholics to be the site where Jesus was crucified, buried and resurrected...
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Bible Lands Museum

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25 Granot St
Beside the Israel Museum

Archaeology, history and religion...
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Grotto of Gethsemane

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Mount of Olives Road
(a short passageway near the Tomb of Mary)

Franciscan shrine...
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