A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Jerusalem's Old City
- 1.5–2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The Old City of Jerusalem holds the origin story of the three Abrahamic Faiths: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll get to know the rich history of the city that’s become sanctified in the eyes of over two billion followers worldwide. The tour starts at Jaffa Gate, one of the open gates in the Old City walls. From there, you’ll make your way to the Armenian Quarter via the Tower of David museum, where you’ll find out who built the tower (it’s not King David!). As you wander through the Jewish Quarter, you’ll learn about its redevelopment following the Six-Day War of 1967. You’ll see the Old Yishuv Court Museum and the Hurva Synagogue, and I’ll tell you how the Jews were expelled from the city, returning en masse two thousand years later.
Inclusions
What's included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
What's not
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Itinerary
You'll pass through the Western Wall, filled with ancient history. Please note Admission to the Western Wall is free
Passing by the Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem, you'll witness another architectural gem. Please note that entry to the Museum is not included in this tour.
We'll walk through the Jewish Quarter, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood.
We'll also pass by the Old Yishuv Court Museum, with its fascinating tales of the past. However, entry to the Museum itself is not included in this tour.
We'll walk in the footsteps of ancient travelers along The Cardo.
We'll also pass by the Hurva Synagogue, with its iconic facade. However, entry to the synagogue itself is not included in this tour.
We'll also pass by the Austrian Hospice, with its unique history. However, entry to the Hospice itself is not included in this tour.
We'll walk along the The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa, a famous historical section of the city.
We'll also visit The Holy Sepulchre, a world-famous religious site. Admission to the Holy Sepulchre is free.
We'll also pass by the San Niccolò Church, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry to the church itself is not included in this tour.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- This tour starts at Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
How it compares in Jerusalem
- Its from-price is 97% below the median of the 357 experiences we list in Jerusalem.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 159 of 357.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Jerusalem
Jerusalem is an ancient hill city, sacred to Jews, Christians and Muslims, with a walled Old City of stone lanes, markets and shrines.
Jerusalem stands among the Judean hills, about 750 metres above sea level, and its Old City, enclosed by Ottoman walls of the sixteenth century, is divided into Jewish, Christian, Muslim and Armenian quarters. The Western Wall, the Dome of the Rock with its golden dome, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre lie within a short walk of each other, and the Old City is listed by UNESCO.
Top-ranked sights in Jerusalem: Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Old City of Jerusalem, Jerusalem Jewish Quarter.
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