West Jerusalem

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West Jerusalem
West Jerusalem
West Jerusalem
Israel Museum featuring interior views as well as an individual female
Israel Museum featuring a square or plaza and outdoor art
In the commercial center of Jerusalem, glitzy boutiques line old-fashioned streets and upscale neighborhoods bustle with locals and visitors alike.

The modern side of the city, West Jerusalem has a more cosmopolitan vibe than its eastern counterpart. Much of the action is centered around the pedestrian Downtown Triangle, made up of Jaffa Street, King George Street and Ben Yehuda Street. Here, cafés spill out onto the pavements, souvenir shops sell everything from jewelry to Jewish art, and street performers wow passing crowds. Visit on a Saturday night to enjoy people-watching, as young Israelis from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem come to eat, drink and socialize after the Shabbat.

Although it is a newer, more developed area, West Jerusalem still features the same honey-colored stone that’s common throughout the city. A local bylaw from 1918 ensures even the high-rises are constructed with traditional materials to retain a historical look. Experience the old-fashioned atmosphere best in the lanes and courtyards of atmospheric Nachlaot.

A new cultural hub south of the Triangle is housed in Jerusalem’s oldest railway station. Daily events such as concerts and vintage markets draw visitors from all over the city. Stroll through the gardens just north of the station to enjoy some shade in the summer.

Machane Yehuda Market, west of the Triangle, is the food highlight of Jerusalem. Come here to sample delicious Israeli cuisine and plenty of fruit, nuts and fresh juices. Alternatively, spend your shekels in the luxury retail area at Alrov Mamilla Avenue.

Museums are more spread out here than in the Old City, but venture out and you will find a couple of excellent attractions. Far west, the poignant Yad Vashem is a memorial to the millions of Jews who died during World War II. Visit the Israel Museum, in the Givat Ram neighborhood, for a good introduction to Jewish culture. Displays cover marriage ceremonies and other traditions, and ancient biblical manuscripts are on show.

While much of West Jerusalem itself is walkable, the Light Railway and express buses provide a fast way of getting from one end of the city to the other. Buy day passes for selected buses or a reloadable Rav-Kav card for the trains. Taxis are also inexpensive and quick.

Where to stay in West Jerusalem

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Rehavia

While visiting Rehavia, you might make a stop by sights like Jerusalem Great Synagogue and Ben Yehuda Street.

Rehavia
Jerusalem which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people

Nachlaot

While visiting Nachlaot, you might make a stop by sights like Machane Yehuda Market and Ben Yehuda Street.

Nachlaot
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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 Jerusalem Great Synagogue and The First Station.

Talbieh
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Emek Refaim

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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.

Emek Refaim
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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 Cemetery during your time in the area.

Baka
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German Colony

German Colony is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem.

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