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.
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.
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.
Ben Yehuda Street
During your visit to Jerusalem, you can do some window-shopping at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
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Other neighborhoods around Katamon
Emek Refaim
If you're spending some time in Emek Refaim, Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem are top sights worth seeing.
German Colony
German Colony is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem.
Talbieh
While there might not be top attractions in Talbieh, you can explore the larger area and discover places like L.A. Meyer Institute for Islamic Art and The First Station.
Baka
Check out the restaurants, historic sites, and gardens while spending some time in Baka. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like The First Station or L.A. Meyer Institute for Islamic Art.
Rehavia
While visiting Rehavia, you might make a stop by sights like L.A. Meyer Institute for Islamic Art and Ben Yehuda Street.
Talpiot
Travelers enjoy Talpiot for its cafes and shopping. Consider checking out Hadar Mall while you're in the area.
