10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Jerusalem District That You Shouldn't Miss

August 12, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Discover the best top things to do in Jerusalem District, Israel including Israel Museum, Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center, Buster's Beverage, Saxum Visitor Center, Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem, Eglise du Saint-Sepulcre, Church of All Nations (Basilica of the Agony), Knesset (Parliament), Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel, Church of Saint Anne.
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1. Israel Museum

11 Derekh Ruppin, Jerusalem 9543500 Israel +972 2-670-8811 [email protected] http://www.imj.org.il/
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5.0 based on 4,922 reviews

Israel Museum

Comprising nearly 50,000 square meters and a six-acre sculpture garden, this complex features an impressive variety of collections from prehistoric archaeology to contemporary art.The children's wing is the most interactive section of this sprawling museum. There are special activities for kids during Jewish holidays and school vacations.

Reviewed By Archaeobuff - Sydney, Australia

Many highlights - the design of the Dead Sea scrolls building - the Shrine of the Book, the chronological order and clear presentation of the artefacts in the rest of the museum and the wonderful massive recreation of the old city of Jerusalem in 66 AD, the Second Temple Period, before the Romans destroyed the City and the Temple. Seek out the Pontius Pilate stone from Caesarea and the Jerusalem Prism from the time of Sennacharib, King of Assyria. Great gift shop and all the facilities.

2. Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center

Mount Herzl Mount of Remembrance in Jerusalem, Entrance to the site is via the Holland Junction, situated on Herzl Boulevard, Jerusalem 91034 Israel +972 2-644-3400 [email protected] http://www.yadvashem.org/
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5.0 based on 8,802 reviews

Yad Vashem -  The World Holocaust Remembrance Center

The World Holocaust Remembrance Center is a 45-acre campus comprised of indoor museums, outdoor monuments, gardens and sculptures. Entrance to Yad Vashem is free. Entrance to the Holocaust History Museum is for ages 10 and up.

Reviewed By Bat-Dan4 - Burnaby, Canada

The site includes the heart-wrenching and unforgettable memorial, along with other important smaller memorials. Do yourself a favour - set aside 2-4 hours to really let the significance of it all set in, AND turn the damn phone off for the whole time. Despite all the sadness, remember that there is always hope - it depends on the choices we make.

3. Buster's Beverage

Nacham Industrial Park, Beit Shemesh Israel +972 54-338-6323 http://www.busters.co.il
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Buster's Beverage

Buster's Beverage Co. is owned and operated by our family, the Neilsons. My dad, Denny, (the bald guy) made his impact on the Israeli beer scene by opening a home brew beer and wine making store called The Winemaker. He started our first line of award winning beer called Isra-Ale. Soon, he began making alcoholic Apple Cider. After years of perfecting the recipe, he introduced it to the Israeli market as Busters Cider. It became so popular that now we produce it in our own factory in the hills of Jerusalem. Since summer of 2014, we introduced Israel's first alcoholic lemonade, appropriately named Busters Hard Lemonade. and now, our new winter special - spiced apple cider!

4. Saxum Visitor Center

Abu Ghosh Israel +972 2-622-4100 https://saxum.org/
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Saxum Visitor Center

The Saxum Visitor Center helps pilgrims to deepen their knowledge of the Holy Land through different multimedia resources in order to enrich each person’s Holy Land experience.

Reviewed By V2503FFtomr - Columbus, United States

My favorite parts of the Visitor Center were: 1) the time sequence, interactive 3-D images of the evolution of the temple and 2) the raised relief map of the temple area depicting, in sequence, Jesus' route through the city from the time of His arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane, taking Him to Caiaphas, to Herod, etc., and finally to Calvary, and 3) cross section and explanation of the site of the Holy Sepulcher. Very small but nice gift shop (cash only). Highly recommend the book, "In the Footprints of our Faith." Outstanding combination of photos, maps, and explanations of nearly every major pilgrimage site. Used by tour guides as a reference book ($35). As an extra, from the parking lot you can see the nearby statue of Our Lady of the Arc of the Covenant silhouetted against the sky on a nearby ridge, looking toward Jerusalem, on the site (now church) where the Arc was secured for 20 years prior to King David bringing it to Jerusalem. Saxum is culminating stop on tours offerd by Mater Dei Tours. Saxum.org

5. Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem

Rehov Shmuel Stephan Weiz 21, Jerusalem 9104601 Israel +972 2-561-1066 [email protected] http://www.blmj.org/en/
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4.5 based on 305 reviews

Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem

The Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem holds a unique collection dating back to the beginning of written history. It tells the story of humanity, the story of culture, the story of where we came from and how we got here. It tells Your Story. The Museum presents the history of humanity through one of the most important collections of artifacts from the Ancient Near East – the Lands of the Bible. On display are the great civilizations that rose and flourished in this region – Sumer, Egypt, Babylon, Assyria, Canaan, Persia, Greece and Rome, who were responsible for the advancements of Western civilization. These cultures developed our understanding of science and technology, language and writing, economics and commerce, faith and religion and material culture. We invite you to explore the greatest revolutions in our ancient history and to discover the power of the continuum that is constantly transforming the world we live in.

Reviewed By FredaMina

Anyone could go through the museum using the audio and love this extraordinary collection of artifacts giving one understanding of the comprehensive history of the land of Israel..the land of the bible. Going thru the millennium one is bombarded with a rich collection that is well organized and easy to follow. Just set aside the time. But you'll only have half the pleasure without reserving a docent tour for yourself or a group. My guide Harriet Mark was passionate and well prepared to take me through the museum and point out so much of what I might not have noticed. Her editorial was fantastic, uber prepared, and her energy extraordinary. There's no question I will return again and most definitely make sure to request Harriet as my guide...think she will be great and engaging especially for families and groups...She makes Bible Land become alive!

6. Eglise du Saint-Sepulcre

Christian Quarter, Jerusalem Israel
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4.5 based on 6,791 reviews

Eglise du Saint-Sepulcre

Built in the fourth century over the site of a Roman Pagan temple, this is considered one of the world’s holiest shrines to Christians, preserving the most important moments of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Reviewed By BillPNo1 - Friendswood, United States

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is one of the most Holy and Sacred places in Jerusalem, or actually in all of Christendom! The Church of the Holy Sepulchre may be the most sacred places for anyone to visit in Jerusalem; although at times the lines of Pilgrims and crowds of reverent worshippers may be somewhat distracting, one cannot be in awe of what occurred there and what Our Lord suffered there. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre may be the single most important reason to visit the Holy Land and a visit there is certain to leave anyone with a hushed and powerful feeling for the sanctity of the place. I have been blessed to have been able to visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on two occasions: each tome I was filled with inspiration and the feeling of awe for the sanctity of the Church. I hope I will be able to visit again, sometime, but feel that my life was changed by even my first two visits!

7. Church of All Nations (Basilica of the Agony)

Garden of Gethsemane Foot of the Mount of Olives, Jerusalem Israel +972 2-628-3264 http://www.seetheholyland.net/church-of-all-nations/
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4.5 based on 974 reviews

Church of All Nations (Basilica of the Agony)

Located on the Mount of Olives, this beautiful church was first built by the Byzantines in 379 and rebuilt between 1919 and 1924, whose construction was financed from contributions made by many countries.

Reviewed By Patricia345 - Pune, India

The Church of All Nations or the Basilica of the Agony is located on the Mount of Olives. This is the place where Jesus was praying just before he was betrayed. A small garden with about 8 olive trees mark the actual Garden of Gethsemane. When we visited in November 2019, the olives were being harvested so we were not allowed inside. The Church is absolutely beautiful with huge stained glass windows. The altar inside the church is believed to have been built over the spot where Jesus Christ sweat fell as drops of blood. There are beautiful mosaics in the Church depicting various scenes on the night Jesus was betrayed. A visit to this Church is a moving experience for Catholics.

8. Knesset (Parliament)

HaKiryah, Jerusalem 91950 Israel +972 2-675-3420 [email protected] http://knesset.gov.il
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4.5 based on 336 reviews

Knesset (Parliament)

Free guided tours of Israel’s Parliament include an explanation of the structure of the Israeli government and a look at the famous tapestries of Marc Chagall, which illustrate important moments in Jewish history.

Reviewed By RabbiRosalind - Jerusalem, Israel

The Knesset is a wonder of modern Israel and is incredibly accessible and entirely worth a visit. Highly recommended!

9. Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel

Rehov Hashiloah City of David, Jerusalem Israel +972 77-996-6726 [email protected] http://www.cityofdavid.org.il/en/tours/city-david/city-david-tours-biblical-jerusalem
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4.5 based on 1,432 reviews

Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel

Come rediscover Biblical Jerusalem! Located just outside the Old City walls, the City of David is in fact the historical Old City of Jerusalem, containing archeological remnants going back 4,000 years. Come see for yourself where it all began...

Reviewed By KimGTravels - Pacific Grove, United States

Exciting adventure exploring this ancient and significant water supply system excavated under the reign of King Hezekiah in the 8th century BC. We deviated our journey from Hezekiah's Tunnel which was flowing with cold water, to the adjoining and dry Canaanite Tunnel, still an impressive marvel and hiking adventure. Those with physical limitations should not attempt a tour of either tunnel. We found this to be an exciting experience, revealing an interesting aspect of Jewish cultural history.

10. Church of Saint Anne

Via Dolorosa at St Stephen's Gate, Jerusalem Israel +972 2-628-3285 [email protected] http://www.seetheholyland.net/church-of-st-anne/
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4.5 based on 800 reviews

Church of Saint Anne

Built in honour of St. Anne, mother of the Virgin Mary, this 12th-century Basilica in Jerusalem is one of the finest examples of Crusader architecture in the Holy Land and throughout the Middle East.

Reviewed By KimGTravels - Pacific Grove, United States

Located in the Muslim Quarter of Old Jerusalem, near the confluence of the Lion's Gate, the start of the Via Dolorosa and across from the rear exit of Temple Mount, sits the lovely Romanesque Church of St. Anne. This beautiful French, Roman Catholic Church built by The Crusaders in 1138, replaced an earlier Byzantine church above the Pools of Bethesda. Built in tribute to St. Anne, mother to the Virgin Mary, a simple shrine commemorating the birth of Mary at this location lays in the cave/crypt below the church, which is said to be the original home to Mary and her parents, Anne & Joachim. With soaring, vaulted ceilings the Church is light and airy, and possesses exceptional acoustics. We had the pleasure of entering while a Christian group was singing "How Great Thou Art", which absolutely moved me to tears. Gardens surrounding the church are tree-shaded, lovely and serene. The healing waters of the Pools of Bethesda and where Jesus Christ healed the paralytic man, are adjacent to the Church of Saint Anne, where the original Byzantine Church was located earlier. This is the oldest remaining Crusader Church in Jerusalem, with an interesting history surrounding it. This felt like a highly sacred area, where we witnessed many groups singing, praying and conducting Bible worship. My adult son and I were deeply, spiritually moved throughout the Church and its grounds.

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