Jerusalem Full Day Tour: Western Wall & Holy Sepulchre

Start with sweeping city views, then explore ancient quarters and sacred gardens.

A full-day guided tour departing from Tel Aviv hotels takes you through Jerusalem's Old City to its most sacred Christian and Jewish sites. You begin with a panoramic view from Mount of Scopus, then enter the Old City through the 500-year-old Zion Gate to explore the Jewish Quarter's Byzantine Cardo and the Western Wall. The route follows the Via Dolorosa through the Christian Quarter to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, a 4th-century shrine holding the site of the crucifixion and Christ's tomb, then continues to the Garden of Gethsemane, Kidron Valley, and the Room of the Last Supper before returning to Tel Aviv.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Garden of Gethsemanepassing by
2. Church of All Nationspassing by
3. Kidron Valleypassing by
4. Old City of Jerusalem2h
5. Jewish Quarter40m
6. Cardo10m
7. Western Wall20m
8. Mount of Olives Cemeterypassing by
9. Christian Quarter40m
10. Via Dolorosa30m
11. Church of the Holy Sepulchre30m

Full day Jerusalem city tour

• View the Old City from Mount Scopus
• Enter Old City via Zion Gate
• Walk into Armenian Quarter
• Visit Jewish Quarter
• Walk in the Byzantine Cardo
• Visit the Western Wall
• Explore stations along Via Dolorosa
• Visit Church of the Holy Sepulchre
• Visit Muslim Quarter and Bazaar
• Walk in the Christian Quarter
• See the Garden of Gethsemane
• Pass by Church of All Nations
• View Kidron Valley
• Pass by Dormition Church on Mount Zion
• Visit Room of the Last Supper
• Visit King David’s Tomb

The experience

You're picked up from your Tel Aviv hotel and driven to Mount of Scopus for the first view of Jerusalem's skyline. From there, the guide leads you into the Old City through the Zion Gate, a 500-year-old entrance in the city walls. The Jewish Quarter comes first: you walk the Byzantine Cardo, a columned street from the 6th century, and reach the Western Wall, where you have time to stand at one of Judaism's holiest sites. The guide then traces the path of the Via Dolorosa through the Christian Quarter, stopping at stations along the route believed to follow Jesus' final walk, and enters the Church of the Holy Sepulchre: an ornate 4th-century structure that houses the site of the crucifixion, Christ's tomb, and reliquaries.

After the church, you move through the Old City bazaar and head to the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations. The tour includes views of the Kidron Valley and its centuries-old Jewish cemetery on the Mount of Olives, then concludes with visits to the Dormition Church, the Room of the Last Supper, and King David's Tomb on Mount Zion. The entire route covers ten hours, with an air-conditioned vehicle and a professional guide included throughout. On Mondays and Thursdays (except Jewish holidays), the itinerary shifts: the Holocaust Museum replaces the Gethsemane and Mount Zion sites, though children under 10 cannot enter the museum.

Dress code is enforced at all places of worship: knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women, and shorts are not permitted. Refusal of entry applies if you don't comply. The tour suits all fitness levels, and public transportation options are available nearby if you prefer not to use the included vehicle at any point. You'll return to your Tel Aviv hotel by late afternoon.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from your Tel Aviv accommodation.
• professional guide in your choice of English, French, Spanish or German.
• entrance fees to all sites.
• air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day.

Options for this experience

4 options

Tour in English07:15Tour led by an English-speaking guide, pickup is included

Tour in FrenchAvailable from 2 Jan 2027Tour led by a French-speaking guide, includes pickup

Tour in GermanAvailable from 6 Jan 2027Tour led by a German-speaking guide, pickup is included

Tour in Spanish07:15Tour led by a Spanish-speaking guide, includes pickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Thursday and SaturdayDeparts at 07:15

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Bein Harim Ltd

Is this one for you?If you're staying in Tel Aviv and have one full day to see Jerusalem's most significant Christian and Jewish holy sites, this tour fits the geography and the timeline: the fixed route covers the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre in a single departure. The Monday and Thursday schedule shifts to the Holocaust Museum instead of Gethsemane, so check the date against your interests before booking.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

In English and Spanish, at 07:15. In French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What is the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and why is it on this tour?

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is a 4th-century shrine in Jerusalem's Christian Quarter that preserves the site of the crucifixion, Christ's tomb, and many treasured relics. It is the most sacred destination for Christian pilgrims and the final stop along the Via Dolorosa.

Can I visit the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on the same day?

Yes. The tour reaches the Western Wall in the Jewish Quarter in the morning, then follows the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Christian Quarter, covering both in a single ten-hour day from Tel Aviv.

What happens on Mondays and Thursdays?

On Mondays and Thursdays (except Jewish holidays), the tour replaces the Garden of Gethsemane and Mount Zion sites with a visit to the Holocaust Museum. Children under 10 are not permitted to enter the museum.

What should I wear to visit the Old City sites?

Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women at all places of worship and selected museums. Shorts are not permitted. Failure to comply with the dress code may result in refused entry.

Does the tour include meals?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide, entrance fees, and an air-conditioned vehicle are included. Food and drinks are not included, nor are gratuities for the guide.