Jerusalem 7 Day Itinerary
7-Day Itinerary for Exploring Jerusalem
Day 1: Arrival and Old City Exploration
Morning:
- Check-in at your hotel in the Old City or nearby. We recommend the Hotel St. George or The American Colony Hotel.
- Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Machneyuda, a popular restaurant in the Machane Yehuda Market.
Afternoon:
- Visit the Western Wall (Kotel) and the adjacent Temple Mount.
- Explore the Via Dolorosa, the traditional path Jesus walked on his way to crucifixion.
- End your day with a visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Evening:
- Dine at Dabbous for a unique dining experience in an authentic setting.
Day 2: More Old City and Mount of Olives
Morning:
- Visit the Dome of the Rock and the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
- Stroll through the Mount of Olives Cemetery and visit Tomb of David and Garden of Gethsemane.
Afternoon:
- Head to the City of David and explore the ancient ruins.
- Visit the Hezekiah’s Tunnel and the Pool of Siloam.
Evening:
- Dine at Masot Bar Kokhba for traditional Middle Eastern cuisine.
Day 3: Modern Jerusalem and Mahane Yehuda Market
Morning:
- Visit the Israel Museum to see the Dead Sea Scrolls and other archaeological finds.
- Head to Yad Vashem - the World Holocaust Remembrance Center.
Afternoon:
- Spend the afternoon exploring the Mahane Yehuda Market and its vibrant atmosphere. Try some local street food!
- Visit the Knesset - Israel’s parliament building.
Evening:
- Dine at Odessa for delicious seafood.
Day 4: Bethlehem and the West Bank
Morning:
- Take a day trip to Bethlehem in the West Bank.
- Visit the Church of the Nativity, traditionally believed to be the birthplace of Jesus.
Afternoon:
- Explore the Manger Square and the town’s colorful markets.
- Head back to Jerusalem.
Evening:
- Dine at Cafe Hillel for a casual meal in the Rehavia neighborhood.
Day 5: Jaffa Gate and Armenian Quarter
Morning:
- Start your day with a visit to the Jaffa Gate and explore the Armenian Quarter.
- Visit the Muristan Quarter and see the St. James Cathedral.
Afternoon:
- Head to the Tower of David Museum for an immersive experience of Jerusalem’s history.
- Explore the David’s Citadel and its surrounding walls.
Evening:
- Dine at Hakosem for a taste of Jerusalem’s finest cuisine.
Day 6: Mount Zion and Yemin Moshe
Morning:
- Visit the Church of St. Peter in Gallicantu and the Dormition Abbey.
- Head to the Mount Zion Hotel for a panoramic view of Jerusalem.
Afternoon:
- Explore the picturesque neighborhood of Yemin Moshe and its charming streets.
- Visit the First Station - a cultural and leisure center located in an old train station.
Evening:
- Dine at Azura for a romantic dinner with a view.
Day 7: Departure
- Spend your last hours exploring any areas you may have missed or revisiting favorites.
- Check out from your hotel and depart Jerusalem, taking home memories of this extraordinary city.