Jerusalem: Full-Day City Tour

Armenian Quarter, Tel Aviv



Explore Jerusalem on a full-day tour and discover Gethsemane, Mount Zion, the Old City, the Western Wall, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Roam the lively bazaars and soak up the city views.

Highlights

  • See Jerusalem's many historic sites
  • Wander through the colorful quarters of the Old City
  • Experience the Western Wall
  • Explore Jerusalem's new town

Description

Begin your full-day Jerusalem tour with a stunning panoramic view of the city’s skyline from Mount Scopus.

Enter the Old City through the 500-year-old walls at the Zion Gate and walk into the Armenian Quarter. In the Jewish Quarter, explore the Byzantine-era Cardo and pause at the revered Western Wall. From there, follow the path of Jesus along the Via Dolorosa to the magnificent Church of the Holy Sepulchre, a 4th-century masterpiece that encompasses the sites of the crucifixion, Christ’s tomb, and numerous sacred relics. Continue through the vibrant Old City bazaar.

Next, visit the serene Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations, and view the Kidron Valley, home to ancient monumental Jewish tombs. Pass the Dormition Church on Mount Zion and continue to the Room of the Last Supper and King David’s Tomb.

Note: On Mondays and Thursdays (except during Jewish holidays), the tour visits the Holocaust Museum instead of Mount Zion sites and the Church of All Nations.

Includes

Entry fees
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Pick-up and drop off

Excludes

Food and drinks
Tips (recommended)

Important Information

  • Modest dress is required for holy sites On Mondays and Thursdays (except during Jewish holidays), the tour includes a visit to the Holocaust Museum instead of the Church of All Nations at the Garden of Gethsemane, King David’s Tomb, and the Hall of the Last Supper on Mount Zion Children under the age of 10 are not permitted to visit Yad Vashem due to the sensitive content

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Mount Scopus, the Armenian and Jewish Quarters, the Byzantine-era Cardo, the Western Wall, the Via Dolorosa, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, as well as Jerusalem’s new town.
The tour begins with a panoramic view of Jerusalem’s skyline from Mount Scopus.
Most full-day Jerusalem tours from Tel Aviv include round-trip transportation by bus or van to and from Jerusalem.
Yes, the tour is generally suitable for children, though some walking and historical content may be more engaging for older kids.
Yes, the tour features a stop at the Western Wall in Jerusalem’s Jewish Quarter.
Tours run year-round, but spring and autumn offer milder weather for exploring Jerusalem comfortably.
Yes, booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot and confirm transportation details from Tel Aviv.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, sun protection, and a modest dress code suitable for religious sites.
The tour typically lasts about 10 to 12 hours including travel time between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
Check the official websites of Jerusalem’s historic sites or your tour provider’s page for the latest opening hours.

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