German Colony
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
Things to do
Full-Day Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Tour
Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River - Group Guided Tour from Jerusalem
Travel From Jerusalem To Bethlehem and Dead Sea - Daily Group West Bank Tour
West-Bank Christian Full Day Tour
Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem & TelAviv
Top hotels in German Colony
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025
The Inbal Jerusalem
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
The David Citadel Jerusalem
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025
Mamilla Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around German Colony
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.
Mishkenot Sha'ananim
Historical sites, restaurants and spas are some highlights of Mishkenot Sha'ananim. Make a stop by The First Station or St. Andrew's Church while you're exploring.
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 L.A. Meyer Institute for Islamic Art during your time in the area.
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 L.A. Meyer Institute for Islamic Art and Jerusalem Great Synagogue.
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 Mishkenot Sha’ananim.
Katamon
Katamon might not have many top sights, but L.A. Meyer Institute for Islamic Art and Israel Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.