Katamon Travel Guide
Jerusalem
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.
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.
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.
Ben Yehuda Street
During your visit to Jerusalem, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Katamon
The Inbal Jerusalem
Check in was so smooth and easy and they let us check in early without any issues. The room was so nice and breakfast was so good.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
We spent a few days with two kids - very good location and quality, so anyone would understand what they are paying for. We checked a few other "luxury" hotels nearby while exploring around and, to our great surprise, we came to a conclusion that this one is most likely the best among them.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
E f r a t checked me in and was very helpful during my stay she is number 1 at the front desk
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
The David Citadel Jerusalem
Staff and amenities
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
Great stay - lovely hotel
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Cassia Hotel Jerusalem
Clean and comfortable room (no carpets), good location (walking distance of Great Synagogue, Old City and Emek Refaim), fast lifts (!) lots of quiet corners to sit on shabbat. Breakfast and shabbat meals were good. As it was winter we could not use the pool sadly and the spa will only open in ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Katamon
Emek Refaim
While visiting Emek Refaim, you might make a stop by sights like Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem.
Rehavia
While visiting Rehavia, you might make a stop by sights like Ben Yehuda Street and French Square.
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 The First Station and Mamilla Mall.
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 Mount Zion during your time in the area.
Mishkenot Sha'ananim
Historical sites, restaurants and spas are some highlights of Mishkenot Sha'ananim. Make a stop by The First Station or Mount Zion while you're exploring.
