Beit Safafa
Jerusalem
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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.
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.
Ben Yehuda Street
During your visit to Jerusalem, you can do some window-shopping at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Mamilla Mall
During your trip to Jerusalem, you can do some window-shopping at Mamilla Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Jerusalem Full Day Tour from Tel Aviv
Jerusalem: Self-Guided Audio Quest Along Via Dolorosa
Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko Day Tour from Jerusalem
Full Day tour to Jericho and Dead Sea from Jerusalem-small groups
Top hotels in Beit Safafa
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
The Inbal Jerusalem
"Tastefully decorated, clean, comfortable bed, great breakfasts and location. Nice big outdoor heated pool and spa. Wonderful location. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
"Hotel was pretty good but noise and cleanliness were affected by light rail construction in the street, not their fault, and of course, personell presence might have been affected by war-time absences. This is still our favorite hotel in Jerusalem. Food is still the best. Rooms are the most comfortable ..."
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
"Perfect stay, very nice staff Specifically thank you Jason Gordon"
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Jerusalem Gate Hotel
"Underground shopping was a pleasant surprise. I didn't have to leave the hotel. A great Shabbat experience in an enormous dining room with a printed schedule of events."
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Herbert Samuel Jerusalem
"The room smelled, the mattress and the pillow were very uncomfortable. The coffee machine looked dirty"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Beit Safafa
Katamon
While Katamon isn't home to many top sights, Israel Museum and Shrine of the Book 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.
Talbieh
While there might not be top attractions in Talbieh, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The First Station and Sultan's Pool.
