East Jerusalem Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Jerusalem
Where to stay in East Jerusalem
Old City
Unique features of Old City include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Via Dolorosa or Ethiopian Monastery while you're exploring the area.
Christian Quarter
Christian Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ethiopian Monastery and Via Dolorosa.
Muslim Quarter
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Muslim Quarter. You might want to make time for a stop at Convent of the Sisters of Zion or Dome of the Rock.
Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Western Wall Tunnel and Western Wall.
Armenian Quarter
Armenian Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem and Isaac Kaplan Old Yishuv Court Museum.
Ramot Alon
When in Ramot Alon, you can plan a visit to Tombs of the Sanhedrin and Ammunition Hill Memorial and Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
National Hotel Jerusalem
Excellent work
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
New Capitol Hotel - Jerusalem
Wonderful service
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Grand Park Hotel Jerusalem
Good
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Legatia
Clean and perfectly situated for the Old City. There was some life noise until 1am from properties behind, but only on one night.
Reviewed on 11 May 2025
City Center Jerusalem
Good location and excellent service
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Mamilla View - Suites & Apt Hotel
Amazing room great staff. Just know that the black out curtains are not very effective if you need complete darkness. Other than that very satisfied
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
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.
Temple Mount
Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem.
Things to do
Bethlehem and Jericho Day Tour from Jerusalem
