Beit Safafa
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Jaffa Gate
You can learn about the history of Jerusalem with a trip to Jaffa Gate. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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.
Machane Yehuda Market
Get a taste of Jerusalem’s everyday life at this bustling market, home to little stores and stalls by day and restaurants and bars by night.
Israel Museum
Browse the exhibits at this large museum, which hosts valuable art collections as well as precious historical artifacts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Things to do
Travel From Jerusalem To Bethlehem and Dead Sea - Daily Group West Bank Tour
Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem & TelAviv
Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River - Group Guided Tour from Jerusalem
Full-Day Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Tour
Judean Desert Jeep Adventure from Jerusalem
Private Day Tour: Herodion, Mar Saba Monastery and Bethlehem
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Other neighbourhoods around Beit Safafa
Talpiot
Travelers enjoy Talpiot for its cafes and shopping. Consider checking out Hadar Mall while you're in the area.
Katamon
While Katamon isn't home to many top sights, Israel Museum and Holyland Model of Jerusalem are some notable places to visit nearby.
Baka
Check out the restaurants, historic sites, and gardens while spending some time in Baka. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like The First Station or Sultan's Pool.
Emek Refaim
If you're spending some time in Emek Refaim, Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem are top sights worth seeing.
German Colony
German Colony is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Natural History Jerusalem and Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center.
Bayit VeGan
Though Bayit VeGan might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yad Vashem and National Library of Israel.