Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Jerusalem District February 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Jerusalem District ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Jerusalem District Types of activities Where to stay [Jerusalem District travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Jerusalem-District.dx678344909757546496) ![UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Old City of Jerusalem Damascus Gate (שער שכם) is one of the main entrances to the Old City of Jerusalem, it was built in 1537 under the rule of Suleiman the Magnificent, the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. #Israel #Jerusalem #OldCity #DamascusGate #gate #History Photo Contest #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/43b28b50-b5d2-487b-9ccf-e83633b40f7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Old City of Jerusalem Damascus Gate (שער שכם) is one of the main entrances to the Old City of Jerusalem, it was built in 1537 under the rule of Suleiman the Magnificent, the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. #Israel #Jerusalem #OldCity #DamascusGate #gate #History Photo Contest #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/43b28b50-b5d2-487b-9ccf-e83633b40f7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Old City of Jerusalem The Old City is home to several sites of key religious importance: the Temple Mount and Western Wall for Jews, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Christians and the Dome of the Rock and al-Aqsa Mosque for Muslims. It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site List in 1981.(Wikipedia) #Jerusalem #Israel #OldCity #citywall #road #nightscape #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite #history](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/616716b4-ddaf-4434-9fdc-0841a8f737f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jerusalem Citadel The Tower of David seen from the ramparts within the tower walls. David's Tower aka Jerusalem Citadel can be found near the Jaffa Gate entrance to the old city #israel #jerusalem #oldcity #citadel #towerofdavid #garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/0997ff55-7649-4050-8a05-a9024193ec83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of the Holy Sepulchre is located in the Christian Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. The church contains, according to traditions dating back to at least the fourth century, the two holiest sites in Christianity: the site where Jesus of Nazareth was crucified at a place known as "Calvary" or "Golgotha", and Jesus's empty tomb, where he is said to have been buried and resurrected. (Wikipedia) #Israel #Jerusalem #OldCity #church #Christianity #UNESCOWorldHeritageSites #History Photo Contest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/c7230dcf-560a-46eb-b027-4ad183e4394f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Al-Aqsa Mosque A long-venerated place of worship for Muslims, the Al-Aqsa Mosque is one of the important religious structures located on the Temple Mount. The site is known in Arabic as Haram esh-Sharif (the Noble Sanctuary). View the rectangular, Islamic-influenced design of the building and learn about its long and fascinating history. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Al-Aqsa-Mosque-Old-City.d501320.Vacation-Attraction) ![Al-Aqsa Mosque which includes landscape views, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501320/3c2d4ce0-c442-4311-847d-0d0e0dc70bd2.jpg) ### 2\. Western Wall The Western Wall, also known as the Al-Buraq Wall, the Kotel or the Wailing Wall, has been a site of pilgrimage for Jews and Muslims for centuries. Its towering sandstone blocks are stuffed with paper prayers. Watch as men, women and children gather here to recite scriptures and touch the ancient stone. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Western-Wall-Old-City.d6076024.Vacation-Attraction) ![Western Wall showing a city, landscape views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076024/08d09238-5046-48b8-b092-368f84503655.jpg) ### 3\. Machane Yehuda Market Explore the historic market of Machane Yehuda to get a feel for the energetic, commercial face of Jerusalem. The market is particularly famous for food, and is home to all kinds of stalls and vendors. If you’re after a traditional Levantine meal, choose one of the many shawarma or falafel stands. For dessert, try a regional favorite like halva or baklava. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Machane-Yehuda-Market-Nachlaot.d6197637.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mahane Yehuda Market showing interior views and markets as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197637/3b8f91e8-314c-4547-ac81-e8cd3f74bb70.jpg) ### 4\. Church of the Holy Sepulchre Of all the holy Christian sites, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is one of the most famous. Join the many Christian pilgrims who come here to view sacred spots associated with Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Church-Of-The-Holy-Sepulchre-Old-City.d501322.Vacation-Attraction) ![Church of the Holy Sepulchre which includes interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501322/569fa79f-a462-4787-b9e9-84e7fa2ea1f0.jpg) ### 5\. Mount of Olives Visit the picturesque Mount of Olives and you’ll find not only an iconic feature of Jerusalem’s landscape, but an important site in Jewish and Christian scripture. It is mentioned numerous times in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is also considered holy by Muslims. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Of-Olives-Jerusalem.d553248621558034847.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount of Olives which includes a city, a sunset and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558034847/56cf20dd-05a0-478c-a3f2-5943f241a8c8.jpg) ### 6\. Israel Museum The Israel Museum is among the country’s most acclaimed cultural institutions. Discover exhibits ranging from ancient Holy Land artifacts to contemporary art collections and displays detailing important chapters from Israeli history. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Israel-Museum-Jerusalem.d501308.Vacation-Attraction) ![Israel Museum which includes interior views and art as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501308/2b4a69cb-0f8f-4a04-b9c0-7409c7e6c0b9.jpg) ### 7\. Temple Mount The Temple Mount (or Haram al-Sharif, as it is known to Muslims) is a raised area situated close to Jerusalem’s Western Wall. It is considered to be among the holiest sites in the world for Muslim and Jewish people, as well as holding great significance for Christians. Visit the Temple Mount complex to admire the iconic Dome of the Rock and to enjoy beautiful vistas of Jerusalem’s Old City. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Temple-Mount-Old-City.d6076050.Vacation-Attraction) ![Temple Mount showing a city, landscape views and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076050/715550ae-86c1-42f7-8f14-96416a8cd6b2.jpg) ## What to do in Jerusalem District --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Jerusalem District ![Al-Aqsa Mosque which includes landscape views, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501320/3c2d4ce0-c442-4311-847d-0d0e0dc70bd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Al-Aqsa Mosque 3.5/5(14 reviews) Part of the sacred Temple Mount site, this lead-domed structure is a fully functioning mosque. It is among the holiest sites in the Islamic world. [](https://expedia.ca/Al-Aqsa-Mosque-Old-City.d501320.Vacation-Attraction) ![Western Wall showing a city, landscape views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076024/08d09238-5046-48b8-b092-368f84503655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Western Wall 4.5/5(78 reviews) This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight. [](https://expedia.ca/Western-Wall-Old-City.d6076024.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mahane Yehuda Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197637/2ee60913-3e59-4700-b1c9-49828c760bd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Machane Yehuda Market 4.5/5(37 reviews) Get a taste of Jerusalem’s everyday life at this bustling market, home to little stores and stalls by day and restaurants and bars by night. [](https://expedia.ca/Machane-Yehuda-Market-Nachlaot.d6197637.Vacation-Attraction) ![View from above, stunning view of the Jerusalem skyline with the beautiful Dome of the Rock](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558034846/5175c739-bc36-4bcf-8e9e-ac3a62d5d622.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mamilla Mall 4.5/5(12 reviews) During your trip to Jerusalem, you can do some window-shopping at Mamilla Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mamilla-Mall-Jerusalem.d553248621558034846.Vacation-Attraction) ![Church of the Holy Sepulchre which includes interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501322/569fa79f-a462-4787-b9e9-84e7fa2ea1f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Church of the Holy Sepulchre 4/5(32 reviews) This famous church stands at the site where, according to Christian belief, Jesus was killed, buried and later raised from the dead. [](https://expedia.ca/Church-Of-The-Holy-Sepulchre-Old-City.d501322.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount of Olives which includes landscape views, a sunset and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558034847/52023173-864b-4ac7-9471-a59bae86c012.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount of Olives 4.5/5(8 reviews) Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Of-Olives-Jerusalem.d553248621558034847.Vacation-Attraction) ![Israel’s struggle graffiti #adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/4028b52d-0099-4d9a-b713-8e7d7baba98e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ben Yehuda Street 4.5/5(29 reviews) During your visit to Jerusalem, you can do some window-shopping at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Ben-Yehuda-Street-Jerusalem.d6076077.Vacation-Attraction) ![Jaffa Gate in Jerusalem ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/c7c788c2-0f9b-4d46-a3d4-f4d61527e5d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jaffa Gate 4.5/5(50 reviews) You can learn about the history of Jerusalem with a trip to Jaffa Gate. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Jaffa-Gate-Old-City.d6076058.Vacation-Attraction) ![Israel Museum showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501308/d902db94-f4ee-4bf7-a3b7-98d0e63da4d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Israel Museum 4.5/5(33 reviews) Browse the exhibits at this large museum, which hosts valuable art collections as well as precious historical artifacts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls. [](https://expedia.ca/Israel-Museum-Jerusalem.d501308.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Jerusalem District ![Great Hostel. Clean, near the shopping centre. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/88868842-eca7-439b-b9c1-dde0ab47a1ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jerusalem City Centre 4.5/5(83 area reviews) Unique features of Jerusalem City Centre include the historic sites and museums. Make a stop by Ben Yehuda Street or Mamilla Mall while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Jerusalem-Jerusalem-City-Centre.dx553248633981712548) ![Old City showing food, street scenes and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6261673/e4d0771d-c024-4e90-9a45-ae03fe2fa3c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old City 3.5/5(3 area reviews) Walled and divided into four distinct quarters, the Old City houses key religious sites like the Western Wall, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Dome of the Rock. Explore its unique atmosphere, attractions, and diverse shops and restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Jerusalem-Old-City.dx6261673) ![UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Old City of Jerusalem The Old City is home to several sites of key religious importance: the Temple Mount and Western Wall for Jews, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Christians and the Dome of the Rock and al-Aqsa Mosque for Muslims. It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site List in 1981](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/9f7d380f-00c0-4055-9d9e-14ea585a60ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mamilla 5/5(13 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Mamilla, Ben Yehuda Street and Mamilla Mall are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Jerusalem-Mamilla.dx553248635964998432) ![West Jerusalem showing street scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634327983082/82527543-4104-4c9d-b7fd-f086453ae563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mishkenot Sha'ananim Historic sites, restaurants, and spas are some highlights of Mishkenot Sha'ananim. Make a stop by The First Station or Sultan's Pool while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Jerusalem-Mishkenot-Shaananim.dx6338508) ![Jaffa Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1727/c8ed8324-37b2-4e7b-a92c-1ac8843db603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nachlaot While visiting Nachlaot, you might make a stop by sights like Machane Yehuda Market and Ben Yehuda Street. [](https://expedia.ca/Jerusalem-Nachlaot.dx553248635976399014) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kerem Avraham You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kerem Avraham. You might want to make time for a stop at Machane Yehuda Market or Gush Katif Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Jerusalem-Kerem-Avraham.dx179065) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Jerusalem District ![Mount of Olives which includes a city, a sunset and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558034847/56cf20dd-05a0-478c-a3f2-5943f241a8c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jerusalem ![Shepherd field church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179077/deb82e6d-0d41-4d3d-b9a1-b8419f39716f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bayt Sahur ![The birthplace of Jesus Christ - Church of the Nativity (كَنِيسَةُ ٱلْمَهْد‎), Bethlehem, Palestine, consider one of the most sacred place in Christianity. #Bethlehem #Palestine #Church #Christianity #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179077/abd89235-c218-45d8-bce2-ce7081b6ce81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bethlehem ![Sector E1, the territory in the Judean desert between Jerusalem and Ma'ale Adumim, disputed territory between Israel and the Palestinian Administration. Zone C, Palestinian Authority, October 2013.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152110/cb5beaf5-acab-4888-ad07-bc2f35663919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ramallah ![Panorama of the city of Kiryat Sefer - Modi'in Illit, Israel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264903/07b5fa50-3142-4a01-a2f1-84ec811e2bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut ![The Hebrew name for this location is Yemenite Immigrant hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248628384525516/eef56f52-6522-42e5-adf3-bd89d07a69c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mateh Yehuda ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app