Emek Refaim Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Al-Aqsa Mosque
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.
Western Wall
This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight.
Jaffa Gate
You can learn about the history of Jerusalem when you stop by Jaffa Gate. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
This famous church stands at the site where, according to Christian belief, Jesus was killed, buried and later raised from the dead.
Machane Yehuda Market
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.
Israel Museum
Browse the exhibits at this large museum, which hosts valuable art collections as well as precious historical artifacts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Things to do
Travel From Jerusalem To Bethlehem and Dead Sea - Daily Group West Bank Tour
Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem & TelAviv
Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River - Group Guided Tour from Jerusalem
Full-Day Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Tour
Full Day Amman & Jerash Private Tour From Amman Or Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Emek Refaim
German Colony
German Colony is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Natural History Jerusalem and Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center.
Baka
Get to know Baka by checking out its restaurants, historical sites and gardens. Consider a visit to nearby sights like The First Station or Sultan's Pool during your time in the area.
Talbieh
While Talbieh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jerusalem Great Synagogue and The First Station.
Mishkenot Sha'ananim
Historical sites, restaurants and spas are some highlights of Mishkenot Sha'ananim. Make a stop by The First Station or Khan Theatre while you're exploring.
Katamon
Katamon might not have many top sights, but Israel Museum and Holyland Model of Jerusalem are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Rehavia
While visiting Rehavia, you might make a stop by sights like Jerusalem Great Synagogue and Ben Yehuda Street.
- Al-Aqsa Mosque
- Western Wall
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Machane Yehuda Market
- Israel Museum
- Mount of Olives
- Mount Zion
- Dome of the Rock
- Damascus Gate
- Garden Tomb
- Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem
- Temple Mount
- Yad Vashem
- Holyland Model of Jerusalem
- King David's Tomb
- Via Dolorosa
- Garden of Gethsemane
- Golden Gate