If you prefer to sit back, savor the fare and relax after a tough day at work and being a tourist in Jerusalem is work! Jerusalem is a bit like Dracula: it comes to life at night. Yes, Jerusalem has the same been-there sports bars and Irish pubs common to all tourist cities.
But you might want to delve into its own unique nighttime vibe. Start with a stroll to Jaffa Gate, and see what develops from there. Consider making brief sorties to the Old City, and avoid the hottest parts of the day. The Time Elevator on Hillel Street serves up a shake-and-bake history of the city reserve in advance. Rent bikes at The Last Station for a ride on the dedicated trail. Or take the light railway to Mahane Yehuda on Jaffa Road and join the huge open-air party that revs up toward the end of the week, culminating in the hours before Sabbath begins: gorgeous fruits, roasted nuts, best chocolate rugelach pastries ever, designer halvah crushed sesame candy , Israeli wines and beers.
Taxis are a trifle expensive, and, this being the Middle East, sometimes the drivers in the capital can be a bit too creative when it comes to billing their fares. Insist they use the meter and ask for a receipt.
It can be used to track down the driver if you have a complaint and asking for it will make the driver think twice about cheating the fare. You can order a sherut shared taxi to the airport from Nesher Taxi, which has the monopoly on this transit option tel.
The train down to the coast is scenic but slow: a leisurely 90 minutes to Tel Aviv, and the terminals are nowhere near downtown. Buses are definitely the way to go. Get schedules and info here. The transfers also apply on the light railway that quickly connects the Old City, downtown Zion Square, Mahane Yehuda market, bus station and Yad Vashem. The King David is the elder statesman of the pack, mainly because so many have stayed there since it opened plus years ago.
Playing catch-up are the new money Citadel, plush Waldorf Astoria, and modernist Mamilla. There are many rental car companies in the airport, above the arrivals hall, including Hertz, Avis, Thrifty and National, as well as Israeli companies such as Shlomo Sixt and Eldan.
It's advisable to reserve a car before arriving at the airport and check all the rules about where you can and cannot drive in Israel.
Renting a car is one of the best ways to see Israel and, of course, get to Jerusalem at your own pace. Most public transportation options in Israel don't run on Shabbat, or the Sabbath, and if they do, they charge a higher rate. Be aware that drivers in Israel, whether you're taking a bus, sherut or car, tend to be more aggressive than in the States.
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Through her experiences, she has learned to navigate the challenges that can come with visiting other countries and cultures. To learn more, visit her website at www. How to Travel to Holon, Israel. Modest dress is recommended when visiting the Old City, Orthodox Jewish areas and any religious institution.
At night, the market is an edgy hangout for the cool kids of the city. Vendor stalls are turned into seating areas, chairs and tables are laid out and restaurants, pop-up shops and bars come into full force. This might well be a place you spend a LOT of time in. One of the best things to see in Jerusalem is the Mahaneh Yehuda Market. Where do you want to go? It meant there was more chance of engaging in conversation. Mahaneh Yehuda Secular Jewish Neighbourhood.
This is where the majority of the Hasidic community live, whose very traditional ultra-orthodox Jewish values are closed and seen as an ultra-religious culture. A microcosm of Jerusalem, this neighbourhood has a different atmosphere to the rest. You will see the bearded men dressed in their black coats and hats, standing on the street doing nothing much except chatting to each other since the majority do not work, because instead days are spent in prayer reading the Torah.
You will rarely see the women, although if you do they will see them dressed in their smart wigs, headscarves and conservative black skirts and dresses, pushing strollers and doing their daily shop. It is also where you can find the largest Synagogue in Jerusalem, although you will not be able to enter. In reality, the Orthodox Jewish community does not really want you hanging around and signs in the neighbourhood dictate to not come here in big groups, as well as outlining how you should dress and behave in a conservative manner.
An Israeli friend told me that I might be spat at, pushed and have things thrown at me, although this never happened. I did get stared at an awful lot and felt uncomfortable on my own, which is why I decided to leave. In fact, it makes it even more beautiful. Jaffa Road runs through the heart of the New City, connecting everything together. In some parts picturesque and arty, it is great to stroll down and cut off into the shopping and dining areas hidden behind it. In the evening, the streets around Zion Square sound with the buzz of bars and local hangouts, where you can sip on local Goldstar beer and people watch for hours.
Of all the places to visit in Jerusalem, the Old City is at its very core. Seen as holding the history of the world, it has been fought over and conquered by various groups of people for thousands of years and is as admired as it is contested for being the holy centre to all three monotheistic faiths of Christianity, Islam and Judaism.
Despite its complexities, this one-square-kilometre walled area bestows an air of magic and mystery; the ancient lure and labyrinth layout being just how you always imagined. A disputed holy site, where once sat a Jewish temple thousands of years ago and now a mosque, Temple Mount is an unmissable part of your exploration in the Old City. The view from the Mount of Olives is labelled as the most spectacular, The Austrian Hospice in the Muslim Quarter has one of the best rooftop lookouts, and the Armon Hanatziv Promenade close to the German Colony is more of a local spot, best viewed at sunset as the magical sounds of church bells or calls to prayer scatter across the land.
No trip to Jerusalem is complete without finding ways to really understand it and know where to find its historical and cultural highlights. A great introduction to the Old City, for both the history and general navigation, is the free walking tour from Sandemans and the Old City tour with Abraham Tours.
Getting lost is a good thing and trying too hard to work your way around the labyrinth of narrow streets, hidden alleys and bustling bazaars will just get you frustrated. You will always eventually come back onto one of the main streets that lead to you the main gates or to one of the infamous religious sites or stumble upon a direction sign. The following experiences and cultural Jerusalem trips can be booked via the Abraham tours website or at the travel desk inside the Abraham hostel:.
A visit to Jerusalem is often taken as a day trip from Tel Aviv, but if you find yourself based in Jerusalem for longer, there are plenty of experiences to be had to explore the wider city and neighbouring areas of Israel. The following are some of the best Abraham tour day trips from Jerusalem which can be booked here.
Many of us are experiencing restricted movement for the first time, and the wanderlust blues are real. Travel is symbolic of our freedom and joie de vivre. Not being able to jump on a plane or cross a border is a sobering reminder of how our reality has been impacted. As we wait with eager anticipation, fill yourself with some inspiration with our bucket-list of adventures to come!
Restrictions are slowly lifting and the country is buzzing with its vibrant energy once again. Masada National Park has re-opened, and we know that your legs are begging for a hike! Check the official government guidelines for updated information here.
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