Ramat Rachel Travel Guide
Jerusalem
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ben Yehuda Street
During your visit to Jerusalem, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Ramat Rachel
Ramat Rachel Resort
Rooms as pictured, good size. Very good facilities for young children. Large pool area.
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
The David Citadel Jerusalem
Clean and comfi
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Inbal Jerusalem
This place is top notch in every possible way. Pristine, beautiful, peaceful, clean, Pure class. Staff is perfectly trained. Restaurants are beyond excellent. Breakfasts are the best in Israel. Perfect choice
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Cassia Hotel Jerusalem
My stay at the Cassia Hotel Jerusalem was exceptional from start to finish. Every staff member I encountered was warm, welcoming, and genuinely accommodating, the kind of hospitality that immediately puts you at ease after a long trip. The room was absolutely beautiful: clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
Clean room. Great breakfast but we got an older room. Not one that was advertised.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Beautiful hotel. Amazing amenities. Great location.
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ramat Rachel
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.
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.
Katamon
Katamon might not have many top sights, but Jerusalem Botanical Gardens and Israel Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
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.
Ramat Rachel Travel Guide
- Western Wall
- Al-Aqsa Mosque
- Machane Yehuda Market
- Jaffa Gate
- Ben Yehuda Street
- Israel Museum
- Temple Mount
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Mount of Olives
- Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem
- City of David
- Dome of the Rock
- Jerusalem Great Synagogue
- Mount Zion
- King David's Tomb
- Yad Vashem
- Holyland Model of Jerusalem
- Belz Great Synagogue
- Garden of Gethsemane
- Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- Dormition Abbey
- Church of All Nations
- National Library of Israel
- Hebrew University of Jerusalem Mount Scopus
