Jerusalem Old City Walking Tour: The Four Quarters

Introduction to Jerusalem’s Old City, its history and culture. We explore the Armenian, Jewish, Muslim, and Christian quarters, passing through Jaffa Gate and the Tower of David, visiting the Western Wall with views of the Dome of the Rock, and ending outside the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

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Basic Information


  • Total time

    2h 30m

  • Language

    English (check the calendar for availability)

  • Price

    Our “Pay What You Wish” tours don’t have a fixed price — you decide how much the experience was worth. At the end of the tour, please make a fair contribution that reflects your satisfaction and appreciation for your guide’s work. Most guests give between €10 and €50 per person.

Meeting point

"I Love Jerusalem" Sign, Tzahal Square, end of Jaffa Street Nearest public transport: העירייה tram stop; שער שכם tram stop

  • Additional info

    ☂︎ This tour is organised by Walkative Jerusalem guides. Look for the guide with the yellow umbrella.

    ❗Our tours run in all weather conditions. High or low temperatures, rain, or snow are never a reason for us to cancel. We’re always here for you! The only reasons for cancellation are extreme weather conditions (such as heavy storms), a guide’s sudden illness, or if there are fewer than 5 registered participants. In such cases, we will always notify you using the contact information you provided when booking the tour.

  • Booking rules

    Booking is obligatory. Our “Pay What You Wish” tours are meant for individual travellers and small groups. Large groups (8 or more people) cannot join these tours, as they significantly affect the experience for others and the guide. For school trips, organised tours, or groups of friends, please book our paid option (18€ per person) or arrange a Private Tour. For more information or to schedule a group visit, please contact us directly.

About the tour


If we had to choose the most important city in the world, what would it be? A capital of a great empire, like London, Paris, New York or Beijing? Perhaps, but to over half of the world’s population it has to be Jerusalem. The most important city for the Jews and the Christians, and considered to be the third most significant site for the Muslims, the city is so charged with history, meaning and symbolism that it often ignites the unfortunate human tendency for conflict. Today it is placed in a vulnerable limbo between the Israeli and Palestinian claims, fascinating with its iconic monuments and atmosphere swathed in myth.

The history of the Old City of Jerusalem is rich and complex, spanning over 3,000 years. Originally inhabited by the Canaanites, the city was conquered by King David in the 10th century BCE and later became the capital of the Kingdom of Israel. The city was subsequently conquered by numerous other empires, including the Babylonians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans, each of which left their own indelible mark on the city’s history and culture. Today, the Old City is home to some of the most significant religious and historical sites in the world.

On this tour of the Old City of Jerusalem, visitors will have the opportunity to explore all four quarters of the city and experience the rich history and culture of each. In this tour we will walk through parts of the Armenian Quarter, where visitors can experience the rich history and culture of the Armenian people and the Armenian Orthodox Church. From there, visitors will proceed to the Jewish Quarter, home to numerous historical and religious sites. Next, visitors will touch on the Muslim presence in the city and explore the Christian Quarter, with the most important site of Christianity: the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site where Jesus was crucified and buried. This tour of the Old City of Jerusalem is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will leave visitors with a deep appreciation for the city’s rich history and cultural significance.

The tour ends at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Highlights


  1. 1

    Jaffa Gate

    One of the main stone portals in the historic fortifications of Jerusalem's Old City.

  2. 2

    Tower of David

    An ancient citadel showcasing the city's millennia-long history, located near the Jaffa Gate.

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    Church of Holy Sepulchre

    Christianity’s most important site, where Jesus was crucified, buried, and resurrected.

Map


"I Love Jerusalem" Sign, Tzahal Square, end of Jaffa Street Nearest public transport: העירייה tram stop; שער שכם tram stop

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