Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most comfortable times for walking around the Old City.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October, November
Approximate temperatures in these months: 8° to 28° (long-term averages, not a forecast)
Getting there
This is a local destination, so there is no need for a flight or a connection. You can get there by car, bus, or train from Ben Gurion Airport and from other cities in Israel. At many sites, especially in the Old City and on the Temple Mount, there are security checks at the entrance, so it is a good idea to bring photo ID.
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Who it suits
Couples · Families with children · Friends · Solo travelers · Golden Age
City and Culture · Food and Wine · Holidays and Events · Nature and Scenery
How long: 2-4 days
What to do
The Old City
The Western Wall
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Mount of Olives
Mahane Yehuda Market
Israel Museum
Yad Vashem
Tower of David
Good to add
Guided tour of the Old City
Advance restaurant reservations
Complementary day trip to the Dead Sea
Hotel stay in the city or its surroundings
Suggested day plans
A Classic Weekend
Entering the Old City through Jaffa Gate
Walking through the quarters and the markets
Visiting the Western Wall
Touring the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Via Dolorosa
An evening at the Mahane Yehuda Market
Jerusalem for History and Culture Lovers
Morning at the Israel Museum
Visiting Yad Vashem
Lunch at the Mahane Yehuda Market
Climbing the Tower of David
Sunset on the Mount of Olives with a view of the Old City
Tips
Modest dress is required at holy sites: shoulders and knees covered.
On Shabbat, public transportation barely operates, and some restaurants and sites are closed, so it is a good idea to plan ahead.
The Old City and its surroundings are explored mostly on foot, so comfortable shoes are important.
In summer, it's best to set out early in the morning and carry water.
During holidays and busy periods, it's a good idea to book accommodation and restaurants in advance.
Before traveling, it's a good idea to check the security situation and the opening hours of the sites.
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