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Old City
sightseeingWalled city with Western Wall, Church of Holy Sepulchre, and Al-Aqsa.
Mamilla
localUpscale promenade with shops and views of Old City walls.
Mahane Yehuda
localFamous market with food stalls and nightlife bars.
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faq.subtitle Jerusalem
Generally yes for tourists, but always check current situation before traveling. Security high throughout city. Tourist areas well-protected. Avoid political demonstrations. Be aware during religious holidays when tensions can rise. Most visits are trouble-free.
Modest dress essential for holy sites - knees and shoulders covered. Western Wall, churches, mosques all require it. Bring scarf for women. Comfortable walking shoes for cobblestones. New city more casual but still conservative by Western standards.
Jewish Sabbath from Friday sunset to Saturday night. Most shops, restaurants in Jewish areas closed. No public transport. Old City remains active (Arab shops open). Plan ahead - get supplies Friday. Some hotels serve Shabbat dinner. Unique cultural experience.
Fast train 30 min, ~25 ILS - modern and scenic. Bus 480 about 1 hour, frequent, ~20 ILS. Sherut (shared taxi) door-to-door ~25-30 ILS. Private taxi ~300 ILS. Cities only 60km apart. Easy day trip either direction.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Jerusalem
Start at Mount of Olives at sunrise for best Old City panorama - unforgettable view. Then walk down through Garden of Gethsemane to Lion's Gate. Enter Old City early before crowds. Taxis available both ways.
Visit Western Wall at night - powerful atmosphere, fewer crowds. 24/7 access. Separate sections for men/women. Free. Paper notes in cracks traditional. Modest dress required. Most moving experience for many visitors.
Plan around Shabbat - Friday sunset to Saturday night most things closed. Stock up on Friday. Old City Arab areas remain open. Use this time for Old City exploration. Hotels usually serve Shabbat dinner.
Use Gett app for taxis - reliable pricing, no negotiation needed. Nesher shuttle best value to Ben Gurion Airport (book day before). Light rail useful for Central Station to Old City. Walking best in Old City itself.
Weather
Average temperature by month
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Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Budget meal
40 - 70 ₪
~55.0 $
Mid-range
80 - 150 ₪
~115 $
Fine dining
200 - 500 ₪
~350 $
Street Food
Local dish
20 - 50 ₪
~35.0 $
Drinks
Coffee
12 - 20 ₪
~16.0 $
Local beer
25 - 45 ₪
~35.0 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
5 - 10 ₪
~7.5 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
80 - 150 ₪ / night
~115 $
Guesthouse
300 - 500 ₪ / night
~400 $
Hotel 3★
600 - 1,000 ₪ / night
~800 $
Hotel 5★
1,500 - 4,000 ₪ / night
~2,750 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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widespread
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Credit cards most common payment method! Cash in shekels declining. Contactless widely accepted. Digital Shekel CBDC being considered by Bank of Israel for future.
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Banks: Bank Hapoalim, Bank Leumi, Israel Discount Bank, Mizrahi Tefahot - ATMs widespread. Change places in Jaffa Gate area and Mahane Yehuda Market offer good rates. Old City markets prefer cash. Modern Jerusalem very card-friendly. Credit cards far surpassed cash as most common payment method.
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12%
10-15% expected in restaurants. Hotel staff 10-20 ILS. Tour guides 50-100 ILS per day per person.
Safety
Medium safety level
Follow standard precautions
Jerusalem is generally safe for tourists but requires awareness. Old City can get tense during religious holidays. Check travel advisories before visiting. Avoid demonstrations. Security presence high. Tourist areas well-protected. Situation can change rapidly - stay informed.