Mea She'arim Travel Guide
Jerusalem
Visit Mea She'arim
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.
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.
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.
Temple Mount
Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem.
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
Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko Day Tour from Jerusalem
Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Jerusalem
Top hotels in Mea She'arim
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
The beds were horrible could not sleep and the air-conditioning and the heating was on all the time it was either too hard or too cold. It will not turn off on automatic.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
Beautiful spa and indoor pool. Rooms very comfortable and clean bathrooms No Netflix on tv but there are a few channels we could watch.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The David Citadel Jerusalem
A beautiful hotel in the heart of the city. I was allowed an early check-in and a late checkout. I was able to witness Shabbat and was in walking distance to all the beautiful treasures of our beautiful city.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
National Hotel Jerusalem
The hotels rooms need urgent renovation
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Dan Panorama Jerusalem
Room was lovely, staff were great, would stay here again!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mea She'arim
Musrara
Musrara might not have many top sights, but Notre Dame of Jerusalem Center and Garden Tomb are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Triangle
Historical sites, shopping and bars highlight some of the notable features of Downtown Triangle. Make a stop by Ben Yehuda Street while you're exploring.
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.
