Beit Safafa Travel Guide
Jerusalem
Visit Beit Safafa
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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mamilla Mall
During your trip to Jerusalem, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mamilla Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem
Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko Day Tour from Jerusalem
Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Jerusalem
Jerusalem Yad Vashem Holocaust History Museum Tour
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 25 May 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 7 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
"Perfect stay, very nice staff Specifically thank you Jason Gordon"
Reviewed on 4 May 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 16 May 2026
Herbert Samuel Jerusalem
"The room smelled, the mattress and the pillow were very uncomfortable. The coffee machine looked dirty"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Beit Safafa
Katamon
Katamon might not have many top sights, but Israel Museum and Shrine of the Book are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Baka
Get to know Baka by checking out its restaurants, historical sites and gardens. Consider a visit to nearby sights like The First Station or Sultan's Pool during your time in the area.
Emek Refaim
While visiting Emek Refaim, you might make a stop by sights like Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem.
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
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bayit VeGan and surrounding area, you can visit Yad Vashem and National Library of Israel.
Talbieh
While Talbieh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The First Station and Sultan's Pool.
