East Jerusalem
Travel Guide





Visit East Jerusalem
Where to stay in East Jerusalem

Old City
Unique features of Old City include the historic sites and shopping. Make a stop by Via Dolorosa or Ethiopian Monastery while you're exploring the area.

Christian Quarter
Christian Quarter is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ethiopian Monastery and Via Dolorosa.

Muslim Quarter
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Muslim Quarter. You might want to make time for a stop at Convent of the Sisters of Zion or Dome of the Rock.

Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Western Wall Tunnel and Israelite Tower.

Armenian Quarter
Armenian Quarter is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem and Church of St. Mark.

Beit Safafa
When in Beit Safafa, you can plan a visit to Teddy Stadium and Malha Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

National Hotel Jerusalem
Though during my stay Israel had closed the airspace and just about all tourist/religious/historical sites for public safety reasons, my hotel became my sanctuary. The housekeeping staff were always ready to clean room & provide me with essentials if needed. I even extended my stay without difficulty. ...
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

New Capitol Hotel - Jerusalem
There was an engagement party as we were checking in. About 300 men in the lobby and on the steps in front of the hotel. Smoking cigarettes and blasting music. At first I wasn’t sure that this is a hotel, looked like a local party venue. Huge Parking next to the place for extra charge. Good places ...
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Grand Park Hotel Jerusalem

Legatia

City Center Jerusalem
Good location and excellent service
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Mamilla View - Suites & Apt Hotel
This was a great stay, so clean, comfortable, courteous! Very easy to work with… thank you.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
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.

Temple Mount
Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem.

City of David
You can find out about the history of Jerusalem with a visit to City of David. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
Things to do

Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Jerusalem

Jerusalem Full Day Tour from Tel Aviv

Jerusalem: Self-Guided Audio Quest Along Via Dolorosa





