Visit Mea She'arim
Popular places to visit
Ethiopian Church
After visiting Ethiopian Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jerusalem. Make time for the shops and local tours in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
Jaffa Gate
You can learn about the history of Jerusalem when you stop by 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.
Things to do
Bethlehem and Jericho Day Tour from Jerusalem
Jerusalem in the Footsteps of Jesus Day Tour from Tel Aviv
Top hotels in Mea She'arim
The Inbal Jerusalem
Loved our stay!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The David Citadel Jerusalem
Staff and amenities
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Cassia Hotel Jerusalem
The room was an excellent size, very clean and comfortable. The 2 issues I had were that there were no robes, and thus just 1 towel per person wasn’t enough. While the linen was very soft, the blanket was slightly thin, and it would have been nice to have an extra blanket in the room. I’m sure you ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
Excellent place to stay
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Excellent staff great location very enjoyable it’s my go too place.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Herbert Samuel Jerusalem
Room was small but clean and very nice. Hotel was very nice. Glad we were able to stay here.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mea She'arim
Mamilla
If you're spending some time in Mamilla, Zion Square and Ben Yehuda Street are top sights worth seeing.
Jerusalem City Centre
Unique features of Jerusalem City Centre include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Ben Yehuda Street or Zion Square while you're exploring the area.
Kerem Avraham
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kerem Avraham. You might want to make time for a stop at Machane Yehuda Market or Gush Katif Museum.
Nachlaot
While visiting Nachlaot, you might make a stop by sights like Machane Yehuda Market and Ben Yehuda Street.
Christian Quarter
Christian Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Via Dolorosa and Ethiopian Monastery.
Mahane Israel
While Mahane Israel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mamilla Mall and New Gate.
