Mea She'arim
Jerusalem
Visit Mea She'arim
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Jerusalem Full Day Tour from Tel Aviv
Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Jerusalem
Masada and Dead Sea Day Tour from Jerusalem
Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko Day Tour from Jerusalem
From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old City Guided Tour
Top hotels in Mea She'arim
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
Beautiful Hotel. Friendly, helpful staff. Great buffet breakfast.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Inbal Jerusalem
Great, clean hotel, with easy parking and close to everything.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
Perfect stay, very nice staff Specifically thank you Jason Gordon
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Herbert Samuel Jerusalem
Breakfast was excellent, though staff was missing first at several positions - preparing eggs, optional coffee etc.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Prima Royale
The staff was VERY helpful! We were disappointed that there was no breakfast, but we understood that it was because of the war and fewer guests. For at least one night, we were the only ones! Any time there was a problem, the staff addressed it immediately. Parking was convenient, and the maid service ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mea She'arim
Downtown Triangle
Historical sites, shopping and bars highlight some of the notable features of Downtown Triangle. Make a stop by Ben Yehuda Street while you're exploring.
Mamilla
If you're spending some time in Mamilla, Ben Yehuda Street and Mamilla Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Jerusalem City Centre
Unique features of Jerusalem City Centre include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Ben Yehuda Street or French Square while you're exploring the area.
Kerem Avraham
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kerem Avraham. You might want to make time for a stop at Machane Yehuda Market or Gush Katif Museum.
Nachlaot
While visiting Nachlaot, you might make a stop by sights like Machane Yehuda Market and Ben Yehuda Street.
Christian Quarter
Christian Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Via Dolorosa and Greek Orthodox Patriarchate Museum.
