Why people love visiting historic West Jerusalem
Enjoy the area's history, museums and culture and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in West Jerusalem. This city's local tours, monuments and cafes draw many visitors. With a vacation rental, you get a home away from home. Many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in and around West Jerusalem
Do you want to discover top things to see and do in the city? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes West Jerusalem a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Mamilla Mall (1.9 mi / 3 km)
- Biblical Zoo (2.3 mi / 3.7 km)
- Arab Souk Market (2.3 mi / 3.6 km)
- Ein Yael Living Museum (2.3 mi / 3.6 km)
- Mount Scopus Botanical Garden (3.3 mi / 5.3 km)
- Ein Hemed National Park (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of West Jerusalem
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, West Jerusalem is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Mount Herzl (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Sultan's Pool (1.9 mi / 3.1 km)
- Mount Zion (2.1 mi / 3.4 km)
- Garden Tomb (2.3 mi / 3.7 km)
- Temple Mount (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Garden of Gethsemane (2.8 mi / 4.5 km)
Transportation to and around West Jerusalem
If you prefer to travel by train, Jerusalem Malha Station, Jerusalem (JRS-Malha Railway Station) and Jerusalem Biblical Zoo Station are the main stations in the area.