The city of Jerusalem, one of the oldest cities in the world with a vast historical past is situated on a plateau between the Judaean Mountains and the Dead Sea. Jerusalem is a holy city, filled with sites important to Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Beyond the historic Old City, Jerusalem has many diverse neighborhoods, areas, markets and more. From Nachlaot to Musrara and Downtown West Jerusalem, each area of the city offers its own unique vibe. For those planning to spend time in Jerusalem, it is worth exploring outside the walls of the Old City to see all that Jerusalem has to offer. Here are some articles and helpful tips on how to make the most out of visiting Jerusalem neighborhoods.
Jerusalem Neighborhoods
Jerusalem Neighborhoods
Old City of Jerusalem
The Old City of Jerusalem is one of the most intense places on Earth! At the heart of the Jewish, Islamic, and Christian religions, this walled one kilometer area in the center of Jerusalem is beyond words and cannot be missed. The Old City is home to the Western Wall (aka Wailing Wall and in Hebrew Kotel). This is the last remaining wall of what was the Jewish Temple, and is today the holiest site in the world for Jews. Read More
5 Most Instagrammable Places in Jerusalem
Filled with ancient history, religious sites, markets, and some of the best views Jerusalem is a very Instagrammable city. Weaving through the curved alleyways of the Old City, finding hidden gems, people watching, enjoying the many delicious findings in the market, it is easy to spend time exploring the city capturing it all on camera.... Read More
Best Area to Stay in Jerusalem
Deciding on the best area to stay in Jerusalem can be a tricky task. Jerusalem is a fairly large city with lots of different areas, each boasting its own unique charm. Whether you are seeking luxury hotels in the city center or quaint apartments on a quiet street, there are plenty of options to choose... Read More
Machane Yehuda Market
The Machane Yehuda Market, or shuk, is the largest market in Jerusalem with over 250 vendors selling everything from fruit and vegetables to specialty foods, and clothing to Judaica. The market is the main 'traditional' marketplace of Jerusalem contrasting with the supermarkets that are found across this city, just as any other advanced city. Machane Yehuda is, however, an experience for a tourist of a traditional Middle Eastern style shuk, a fascinating array of sounds, sights, and smells. Read More
Musrara, Jerusalem
Musrara is a unique neighborhood in Jerusalem, a fascinating microcosm of the city’s history and its various population groups. Walking through the streets, you’ll notice that every house is built differently, and houses have been joined, expanded, cut up and renewed throughout the years of its turbulent history. The municipality has tried to change the... Read More
Ein Karem
Ein Kerem is a beautiful tranquil village and neighborhood in the west of Jerusalem. Surrounded by beautiful natural groves and the breathtaking landscape provided by the Jerusalem Hills, Ein Kerem is worlds away from the bustling center of Jerusalem which is just minutes away. The pretty houses made of local Jerusalem limestone, cobbled narrow streets, sit in the shadow of pretty churches whose bells sound down the streets. An important site for Christians as the birthplace of John the Baptist, Ein Kerem is incredibly popular with Israelis seeking to escape the city. Read More
Nachlaot, Jerusalem
Nachlaot is one of Jerusalem's most interesting areas. A cluster of neighborhoods in the center of the city, Nachlaot is characterized by its narrow, windy lanes, quaint, stone houses, and pretty, hidden-away courtyards, and was originally built in the 1870's by Jews looking to escape the increasingly crowded and noisy Old City. In recent years, Nachlaot grown to become one of Jerusalem's most popular neighborhoods since it was gentrified massively over the past thirty or so years, and taking an hour or two to stroll through the streets, you can understand why. Read More
Jewish Quarter, Jerusalem
The Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem's Old City is one of the four quarters of the walled city. The quarter is home to around 2,000 people and covers about 0.1 square kilometers. It is also the location of many tens of synagogues and yeshivas (places of the study of Jewish texts) and has been almost continually home to Jews since the century 8 BCE. Today, the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem is a fascinating place to explore with museums, synagogues, and of course, the Western Wall its main attractions. As well as these, however, just walking through the alleyways and watching the religious inhabitants go about their daily lives is just as fascinating. Read More