Jerusalem Botanical Gardens, Jerusalem
The Jerusalem Botanical Gardens, established in 1985 and spanning 45 acres, offer a captivating exploration of plant life from around the world against the backdrop of a charming lake.
With over 6,000 taxa on display, the gardens contain the largest plant collection in Israel and the Middle East. Divided into sections representing various geographical regions, visitors can discover a diverse array of plant species, including geophytes, oaks, and bonsai trees. The unique climate of Jerusalem, characterized by cold winters and hot, dry summers, facilitates the cultivation of plants from a wide range of habitats.
One of the standout features is the Japanese section, home to the largest concentration of bonsai trees in the world, with over 150 specimens. Another noteworthy attraction is the "Bible Path", a 500-meter-long pathway adorned with many of the 70 species of plants mentioned in the Bible. In addition, the gardens offer a haven for birdwatchers, with 46 species of birds identified as regular visitors throughout the year.
Tip:
Before or after exploring the site, you can unwind and enjoy a meal at the Caffit restaurant, conveniently located by the lake.
With over 6,000 taxa on display, the gardens contain the largest plant collection in Israel and the Middle East. Divided into sections representing various geographical regions, visitors can discover a diverse array of plant species, including geophytes, oaks, and bonsai trees. The unique climate of Jerusalem, characterized by cold winters and hot, dry summers, facilitates the cultivation of plants from a wide range of habitats.
One of the standout features is the Japanese section, home to the largest concentration of bonsai trees in the world, with over 150 specimens. Another noteworthy attraction is the "Bible Path", a 500-meter-long pathway adorned with many of the 70 species of plants mentioned in the Bible. In addition, the gardens offer a haven for birdwatchers, with 46 species of birds identified as regular visitors throughout the year.
Tip:
Before or after exploring the site, you can unwind and enjoy a meal at the Caffit restaurant, conveniently located by the lake.
Want to visit this sight? Check out these Self-Guided Walking Tours in Jerusalem. Alternatively, you can download the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
Jerusalem Botanical Gardens on Map
Sight Name: Jerusalem Botanical Gardens
Sight Location: Jerusalem, Israel (See walking tours in Jerusalem)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Jerusalem, Israel (See walking tours in Jerusalem)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Jerusalem, Israel
Create Your Own Walk in Jerusalem
Creating your own self-guided walk in Jerusalem is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Armenian Quarter Walking Tour
Smaller and quieter than the Old City's other three quarters, the Armenian quarter contains a series of winding cobblestoned streets and alleyways teeming with people, shops, coffee stands, ceramic workshops and hookah bars. A city in miniature with distinct language, alphabet and culture, it has been in place since the 4th century, when Armenia adopted Christianity as a national religion.
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.2 Km or 0.7 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.2 Km or 0.7 Miles
Christian Quarter Walking Tour
One of the epicenters of worldwide Christianity, the Christian Quarter is the 2nd-largest of Jerusalem’s four ancient quarters. A fascinating place to stroll through, it covers the Old City’s northwestern part, just beyond Jaffa Gate – the traditional pilgrim’s entrance to Jerusalem and a prime destination for most visitors.
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
With its tangle of broad streets and winding, narrow alleys,... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
Jerusalem Old City Walking Tour
A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981, the Old City of Jerusalem is best explored on foot, since its narrow streets and alleys make it almost an entirely vehicle-free zone. In addition to hosting four ethnic quarters, – Jewish, Muslim, Christian and Armenian – it is packed with major historical and religious sites, which all make a trip here unique, unforgettable and not to be missed.
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Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.0 Km or 3.1 Miles
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Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.0 Km or 3.1 Miles
Mount Zion Walking Tour
For those interested in religion and history, Mount Zion offers several unique sights that are situated in close proximity to each other. An important place for Christians, Jews as well as Muslims, it holds important constructions dating from the 20th century as well as a compound built by the Crusaders that marks the spot of both King David’s tomb and the Room of the Last Supper. How... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles
Mount of Olives Walking Tour
Aside from affording great views over the Old City, the Mount of Olives is home to half a dozen major sites of the Christian faith along with the oldest Jewish burial ground in the world. Considered a holy spot by many, it is associated with numerous events in Jesus’ life including ascending to Heaven and teaching his disciples the Lord’s Prayer.
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
The following self-guided walking tour will... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Muslim Quarter & Temple Mount Tour
The largest, most populous and perhaps most chaotic of all Jerusalem’s quarters, the Muslim Quarter is worth exploring for its unique atmosphere. Spending a day here may take you back to a simpler time, but be prepared for many sights and sounds as you pass many vendors, stores and restaurants on your way from site to site.
Some of the city’s most interesting city gates (Damascus and... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Some of the city’s most interesting city gates (Damascus and... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
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