Tower of David

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Jerusalem at the Tower of David Museum. Located within the ancient citadel, this captivating museum offers a journey through time, exploring the city’s diverse cultural heritage. From interactive exhibits to panoramic views of Jerusalem’s skyline, discover the layers of civilization that have shaped this remarkable city for thousands of years.

Four Quarters Walking Tour

From the Hotel we will ascend on foot to the Old City Via the Jaffa Gate, passing through Jerusalem’s oldest and most picturesque neighborhood outside the Old City’s walls, Yemin Moshe.  Besides being Judaism’s holiest city, it is a holy city to both Christianity and Islam.  Today Jerusalem has four distinct areas colloquially called “the four quarters”, the Jewish Quarter, Christian Quarter, Muslim Quarter, and Armenian Quarter.  Together we will explore the hidden gems of this holy city, climbing her rooftops, wandering her alleys, and unlocking her secrets.

The Kotel – Western Wall

If Jerusalem is the heart of the Jewish People then the Temple Mount and its western retaining wall are its soul.  After the Temple’s destruction 2,000 years ago,  the Western Wall or Kotel is one of its last remaining walls.  Although we only see a fraction of it exposed, it spans over a quarter of a mile and once stood 20 stories high!  Although made of limestone, local tradition holds that it is made up of the tears and prayers of 2,000 years of Jews yearning for “Next year in Jerusalem.” According to Jewish thought the Temple Mount is the holiest place on earth and the entryway to the spiritual world.

Southern Wall Excavations 

At the Southwest corner of Har Habayit lies the excavated ruins of the Second Temple Period, downtown Jerusalem from 2,000 years ago!  From here we will be able to recreate in our mind’s eye the sights and sounds of a bustling marketplace filled with cohanim and nevi’im, rabanim and olei regel.  The archeological gardens are littered with the treasures of the Jewel in the Crown of Jerusalem…Bayit Sheni.

Other Options Include:

• Sepulchre Church
• Tomb of King David
• Hurva Synagogue
• Southern Wall Excavations
• City of David