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Join our City of David Tour Jerusalem and explore the ancient heart of biblical Jerusalem. This immersive one-day tour takes you beneath the modern city to where Jerusalem’s history began, from King David’s era through the Second Temple period.
We start with a panoramic view of the Old City from the Mount of Olives or Mount Scopus, then enter the City of David near the Dung Gate. Inside, we will overlook the Kidron Valley and ancient burial caves, learning why King David chose this strategic capital.
The journey continues through remarkable archaeological remains, including King David’s palace, a Proto-Aeolic capital, a four-room house, and the Gihon Spring. From there, we walk to the historic Pool of Siloam and ascend the ancient stone-paved Pilgrimage Road. Finally, we head to the Jewish Quarter for a lunch break, concluding the day on Mount Zion at King David’s Tomb and the Room of the Last Supper.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please note that our pickup/drop-off is available from a few central hotels only. Please select the hotel closest to your address from the drop-down menu on the tour page. If you are not sure which of the listed hotels is a good fit, please choose the option “I don’t see my pickup location” and insert enter your accommodation address. After the booking is approved by the local tour operator, a confirmation email from Bein Harim will be sent to you mentioning the final pickup point closest to your address. Please read the email with the attached booking confirmation carefully to make sure you are waiting for the pickup at the correct location. Please make sure to wait for the pickup at the hotel entrance.
Itinerary
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1Mount Scopus National Botanical Garden
View the Old city from Mount Scopus
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Kidron Valley (Pass by)
See the Kidron valley
Admission ticket free -
Garden of Gethsemane (Pass by)
View the Garden of Gethsemane
Admission ticket free -
2Zion Gate
Visit the Zion Gate
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Old City of Jerusalem
Visit the Old City of Jerusalem
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Armenian Quarter
Walk in the Armenian Quarter
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Jewish Quarter
Visit the Jewish Quarter
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6The Cardo
Visit the Byzantine Cardo
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Western Wall
Visit the Western (Wailing) wall
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8City Of David National Park
Visit the ongoing excavations and Warren
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
9King David's Tomb
Visit King David's tomb
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10The Four Sephardic Synagogues
Visit the Sepharadic Synagogues
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour operates with a minimum of 2 participants
- A moderate dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Please refrain from wearing shorts. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- This tour includes a reasonable amount of walking; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- In case the visit to the Spanish synagogues is not possible, we will visit the Hurva Synagogue instead
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour operates with a minimum of 2 participants
- A moderate dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Please refrain from wearing shorts. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- This tour includes a reasonable amount of walking; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- In case the visit to the Spanish synagogues is not possible, we will visit the Hurva Synagogue instead
- Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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