Transportation
Private cars
Private cars are not allowed into the Old City between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm. For those who choose to go to the Old City by car, there are a handful of parking options just outside of the Old City (see details below).
Buses
Several bus lines reach the Old City. Two lines enter the Old City and reach the Western Wall (1 and 3) and some buses reach Jaffa Gate or the Jewish Quarter (2, 38,).
Since the bus schedule changes periodically, it is best to contact Egged (details below) for details of specific lines.
Light Rail
The closest light rail stations to the Old City is just outside Jerusalem’s City Hall "Safra Square". From there, it is a 10-15 minute walk to Jaffa Gate or five minutes to New Gate.
Taxis
There is no permanent taxi station within the Old City, but taxis can enter the Old City all through the day. Taxis can be found along the roads of the Old City for those who are looking for one. Alternatively, if you walk just outside of the Old City, you should be able to find one easily. They generally congregate outside Jaffa Gate, The Western Wall, and Dung Gate. Please visit our travel by taxi page for further information.
Parking
Mamilla Parking
Address: 17 Kariv Street, Jerusalem
Karta Parking
Address: 1 Kariv Street, Jerusalem
Safra Parking - Jerusalem Municipality
Address: Shivtei Yisrael Street, Jerusalem
Mount Zion Parking
Just outside the Old City Walls behind Zion Gate. To access this parking lot, drive outside the walls until reaching Mount Zion. An entrance fee is charged.
Givati Parking
Near Dung Gate in front of the City of David. To reach the parking lot drive to Damascus Gate, around Temple Mount, and turn left before the incline to the Western Wall. An entrance fee is charged. Also, parking meters can be found along the road going from Zion Gate to the Jewish Quarter and along the road going from Dung Gate to Mount Zion.