10 Things to do Adventurous in Jerusalem That You Shouldn't Miss

December 18, 2021 Marlin Saiz

Religious pilgrims have been traveling to Jerusalem for centuries, yet you don’t have to share their zeal in order to appreciate this city’s profound cultural and historical significance. Plan on seeing the major sights, but also leave plenty of time to walk through the streets and simply immerse yourself in the daily life of such an ancient and revered place.
Restaurants in Jerusalem

1. Old City of Jerusalem

Jerusalem Israel +972 3-516-6699 https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/148
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Old City of Jerusalem

Characterized by narrow, winding streets and alleyways, this ancient part of the city is filled with shrines and attractions holy to Jews, Christians and Muslims including the Western Wall, Temple Mount and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Reviewed By BoardingPass7860

Must see sights - Mount Of Olives, Gethsemane, Via Dolorosa, etc. Bezalel Hotel had book that mapped out walking tour of the city from all different directions so you can explore all the must-see sights of the city on your own.

2. Touring with Baruch - Tours

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Touring with Baruch - Tours

Touring with baruch is a unique tour guide company for travellers looking for a knowledgeable Israeli experience. Israel, birth site of Judaism & Christianity, a bridge between three continents has so much to offer. Baruch, after serving 19 years in the I.D.F. with many projects behind him, switched his uniform for a walking stick and guiding license is eager to show you around the country.

3. Gush Etzion ATVs

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Gush Etzion ATVs

On each ATV we have a radio and speakers. along the tour the guide tells the stories about Gush Etzion in a very interesting way. the experience of off-road riding, the amazing views and the explanations on the way make it a great adventure.

4. Kenes Tours

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Kenes Tours

Offering upscale tourist services since 1965. Jewish heritage tours, Christian Pilgrimages, Customized private tours, Escorted tours in Israel, Jordan and Turkey.

5. Meir Todress Guiding - Jerusalem Walking Tours

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Meir Todress Guiding - Jerusalem  Walking Tours

With the deep connection I have to the land and the people of Israel I decided to study to be a tour guide and am enthusiastic to share my knowledge and understanding of Israel with you. My interests lie in Christianity, Jewish History, and early modern Jewish settlements.

6. Green Olive Tours

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Green Olive Tours

Since the global health crisis began in early 2020, Green Olive Tours has conducted mainly 'Virtual' tours. There are several scheduled every week. Beginning in April of 2021 we are opening private tours and should resume our regular schedule gradually over the summer and autumn. Green Olive Tours usually has departures from Ramallah, Bethlehem, Jerusalem, & Tel Aviv. The company is a cooperative of Israelis and Palestinians, and is a social enterprise focusing on cultural and people-to-people experiences in Palestine an Israel, visiting religious and historical sites, villages, refugee camps, and off-the–beaten track locations. Our guides are knowledgeable and illuminate the culture, politics and history of the Palestinian and Israeli people. Each day-trip is unique, and often include lunch with a Palestinian or Bedouin family. We offer daily tours and multi-day experiences that include home stays in Bethlehem and Palestinian villages. Our tours benefit the local people.

7. ZuZu

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ZuZu

ZUZU Tours is Israel's leading Urban tour company. ZUZU offers tours all over Jerusalem and Tel Aviv for groups as little as two, and groups with as many as 50. Our tours in Jerusalem include the following: 1) Armon Ha-Natziv Promenade panoramic overview of Jerusalem 2) Mishkenot Shaananim - Yemin Moshe - the first neighborhood built outside of the old city walls, beautiful views over the city. 3) Old City - 3 quarters, Christian, Armenian and Jewish. Enjoy the old city atmosphere and scents on a segway, a bike or in a walking tour.

8. Israel By Mouth, Foot or Private Tour

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Israel By Mouth, Foot or Private Tour

Jerusalem ''Private'' Tour Drive from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem via Latrun and Sha'ar Hagai. In Jerusalem tour begins with panoramic view of the Old & New City atop Mount Scopus (or Mount of Olives). Enter the Old City via Dung Gate. Visit the Western Wall (Kottle) and walk via the Araba Bazaar to the Via Dolorosa. Proceed till the Church of Holy Sepulcher. Walk on the "Cardo", in the restored Jewish Quarter to Mount Zion. Visit King David's Tomb & Last Supper Room (time permitting). Exit the OLd City for a lunch break & proceed for a visit of Yad VaShem Holocaust Memorial. Short tour of the New City .

9. Temple Mount Sifting Project- HaMasu'ot Lookout

Martin Buber Yizhaq HaNadiv intersection, Jerusalem 9765300 Israel +972 2-566-5491 [email protected] http://tmsifting.org/en/participate?utm_source=TripAdvisor&utm_medium=TripAdvisor&utm_campaign=TripAdvisor
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Temple Mount Sifting Project- HaMasu'ot Lookout

The seal of a biblical priest who served in the First Temple, a rare silver half-shekel coin that was used for the Temple tax according to biblical law, arrowheads from the destruction of the first temple, jewels, and many more exciting discoveries were made over the years while sifting soil from Jerusalem's Temple Mount. Many more treasures are still hiding in this unique soil and you have the opportunity to discover them! Over 250,000 people already took part in this endeavor, will you also be part of this huge public heritage preservation project? Background: Since 2004, the Temple Mount Sifting Project has been sifting the soil destructively and illegally bulldozed from the Temple Mount in order to preserve, research, and publish the archaeological history of this ancient and holy place.

Reviewed By yehiel2020 - Tel Aviv, Israel

Fun activity for all ages while gaining informally fascinating historical and archeological information.

10. Breaking Bread Journeys

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Breaking Bread Journeys

Breaking Bread Journeys is the only joint Israeli-Palestinian tourism company that offers uniquely engaging cultural tours throughout Israel and the Palestinian Territories. Our expertly guided tours will take you to many fascinating sites and you'll meet many people from different backgrounds through our daily 'break bread' experiences.

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