Armenian Quarter Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem
Offering more than just historical exhibitions, this museum housed in Jerusalem’s ancient citadel provides all the context needed to understand this great city.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Other neighbourhoods around Armenian Quarter
Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Western Wall Tunnel and Western Wall.
Yemin Moshe
You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Yemin Moshe. You might want to make time for a stop at Sultan's Pool or Montefiore Windmill.
Old City
Unique features of Old City include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Via Dolorosa or Mosque of Omar while you're exploring the area.
Muslim Quarter
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Muslim Quarter. You might want to make time for a stop at Convent of the Sisters of Zion or Dome of the Rock.
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.
Mahane Israel
While Mahane Israel 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 Mamilla Mall.
- Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem
- Cathedral of St. James
- Isaac Kaplan Old Yishuv Court Museum
- Al-Aqsa Mosque
- Western Wall
- Machane Yehuda Market
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Israel Museum
- Ben Yehuda Street
- Mount of Olives
- Dome of the Rock
- Mount Zion
- Temple Mount
- Yad Vashem
- Holyland Model of Jerusalem
- Jerusalem Great Synagogue
- King David's Tomb
- Zion Square