JerusalemIsrael/Palestine
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Sacred to three religions and contested by many more, Jerusalem's Old City packs the Western Wall, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Al-Aqsa Mosque into one square kilometre of the most historically dense real estate on Earth.
Best Time to Visit
March to May, September to November
Daily Budget
$70-150/day
mid-range tier
Weather
Mediterranean. Hot dry summers (28-33°C). Cool wet winters (5-13°C). Spring and autumn pleasant (18-26°C).
Top Things to Do in Jerusalem
- Western Wall — Judaism's holiest site with prayers tucked into ancient stones
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre — built on the site of Jesus's crucifixion and tomb
- Dome of the Rock — stunning gold-domed Islamic shrine on Temple Mount
- Old City quarters — Jewish, Christian, Muslim, and Armenian in one walled city
- Mount of Olives sunset — panoramic view over the Old City and Kidron Valley
Travel Tips
- 1.Temple Mount has limited visiting hours for non-Muslims — check the schedule and arrive early
- 2.Dress modestly for all religious sites — shoulders and knees covered
- 3.The Dead Sea is 30 minutes away — combine it as a half-day trip