Let's Go Gift Shopping! Top Unique Stores in Jerusalem

Whether you're looking for a souvenir for your family members back home, a nice housewarming present for your friends, or a holiday gift, Jerusalem is filled with beautiful works of artists, designers, and specialists of all fields that will transform your shopping experience into a real scavenger hunt game. Here is our Insider's guide to Jerusalem's most creative and unique stores.

Welcome to Nocturno - a cafe and an iconic haven in Jerusalem's heart. Esteemed by intellectuals, journalists, students, boutique designers, and business aficionados, Nocturno offers more than a stellar cup of coffee or a delectable meal. It's where the pulse of Jerusalem's vibrant culture beats the loudest.

Venture upstairs and immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of Nocturno Design. This avant-garde design floor is a testament to innovation and creativity, offering an expansive Open Space that showcases the works of leading Israeli fashion and lifestyle designers. This unique blend of local talent and exclusive international brands creates an unparalleled shopping experience. But that's not all. Nocturno Design is also home to three bustling studios where Jerusalem's finest designers weave their magic, crafting collections that resonate with the city's soul. Here, you can engage with the creators, share your thoughts, and become part of the creative process.

Category: Fashion/Accessories/Lifestyle/Handmade 
Style: Classy & Unique
Perfect for: Anniversary/Birthdays/Housewarming/Birthdays/Holidays/Promotions
For whom: Yourself, romantic partner, friends 

Where: 7 Bezalel Street, Jerusalem 

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Kameo, a unique jewelry studio boutique, stands as proof of the skill and artistic talent of its creator, Eric Abecassis. Eric, originally from France, arrived in the historic city of Jerusalem more than thirty years ago, driven by an unquenchable passion for designing jewelry. As soon as he arrived, he fully immersed himself in the local jewelry industry, perfecting his skills.

After spending years working behind the scenes for local jewelry sellers, Eric's creative spirit yearned for a way to express itself independently. This desire led to opening his boutique near the lively Bezalel Pedestrian Zone. Much like Eric's journey, the boutique's appearance combines elements of tradition and modernity, mirroring the essence of Jerusalem itself.

Category: Jewelry/Judaica/Handmade 
Style: Classy & handcrafted 
Perfect for: Engagement/Wedding/Anniversary/Birthdays/Bar-Bat Mitzvah/Brit 
For whom: Yourself, romantic partner, family, friends, children 

Where: 8 Shmuel HaNagid Street, Jerusalem 

There’s no denying that Avi Luvaton is one of the best jewelers in Israel and the whole world. His unique designs combine modern aesthetics and Jewish tradition, radically changing the Judaica world. Luvaton sees the Judaica as an art of its own. His designs originate from impeccable attention to detail; every work comprises the best materials. The artist has over three decades of experience and continual inspiration. These factors are the reason visitors from all around the world are paying a visit to his studio. You’re welcome to schedule a visit to the studio any time and see the unique items and collections you won’t see anywhere else. 

Category: Jewelry/Judaica/Handmade 
Style: Classy & Traditional 
Perfect for: Engagement/Wedding/Anniversary/Birthdays/Bar-Bat Mitzvah/Brit 
For whom: Yourself, romantic partner, family, friends, children 

Where: Mamilla Mall, King Solomon Str. 16. David Citadel Hotel, King David Str. 7.

Are you curious about Jewish Literature? Moria is the largest Jewish bookstore in the Old City and the perfect place to explore your connection to the historical and spiritual wealth of the Jewish people.  Walking around the store, you'll notice Psalms and Bible books with stylish and elegant covers. You will also find a vast collection of Jewish Thought books. Surprisingly, this is also a great place to get a Tallit or a new Mezuzah for your house. Besides the books and the unique products the store offers, there's one more reason to visit it (and a possible gift idea). The store has its own Sofer Stam (a person who specializes in transcribing the Bible) who will look up the perfect Bible verse for you and write it on a beautiful and authentic parchment. 

Category: Books/Art/Philosophy/Judaism/Spiritual/Judaica/Biblical 
Style: Intellectual& Spiritual 
Perfect for: Welcome gift/Farewell gift/Housewarming/Birthdays/Souvenirs/Holidays 
For whom: Yourself, Family, Friends, Colleagues 

Where: 40 Misgav Ladach Street, Jerusalem 

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Baltinester is one of the first Judaica and Jewelry stores to open in Jerusalem. This family-owned business, run by the Baltinester brothers, has been producing and selling handmade gold and silver crafting for 60 consecutive years now. The jewelry pieces are classy and of high quality, and it's a great place to find something beautiful to wear for every day and for special events. If you've got your heart set on diamond rings, Magen-David, or hamsa pendants, or gemstones in all colors and sizes, this is the place to go. 

Category: Jewelry/Judaica/Fashion/Style/Handmade 
Style: Classy & Romantic 
Perfect for: Engagement/Wedding/Anniversary/Birthdays/Bar-Bat Mitzvah/Brit 
For whom: Yourself, romantic partner, family, friends, children 

Where: 31 Jaffa Street, Jerusalem 

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If you're into more alternative and challenging things, we recommend Gaya – Brain Games. The store has a collection of more than 600 different games for all types of people and all ages. You'll find strategy games, such as Chinese checkers, toys and games made of steel from various centuries, Rubik's cubes, and all kinds of fun and intriguing items.

Category: Games/Home Décor/Office Décor 
Style: Alternative & Intelligent 
Perfect for: Housewarming/Birthdays/Holidays/Promotions 
For whom: Family, Friends, Children, Colleagues

Where: The First Station, 4 David Remez St., Jerusalem

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There's an excellent chance that visiting this small store in the Christian Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem is all you need to understand the history of New and Upcoming Jerusalem in the 20^th Century. Photo Elia was founded by George Cabadian, the son of the legendary photographer – Elia Cabadian, who started documenting the city in 1924. Cabadian escaped from the Armenian Genocide in Turkey in 1915 and ended up in Jerusalem. The place holds the original negatives of Cabadian's photos depicting the various peoples who had lived and passed through Jerusalem. In addition, you will find spectacular nature photos that reveal the many landscape changes that the city has undergone.

Category: Art/Photography/Décor/History/Culture/Travel/Jerusalem 
Style: Artistic, Rare & Exclusive 
Perfect for: Souvenir, Housewarming, Holidays, Farewell gift 
For who: Art lovers, history lovers, professional &amateur photographers, yourself, family, friends, colleagues

Where: Maalot E-Khanka, Christian Quarter, Old City of Jerusalem

Well, it usually works the other way around: you get to a store, pull coins out of your pocket, and get some goods. In this store, you buy the actual coins. ICPC was founded in 1958 by David Ben Gurion with a clear objective – actively commemorating the young state's events, influencers, culture, society, and art. The store has a vast collection of coins and medals in all shapes, sizes, and themes. You'll find gold coins with Samson in the house of the Philistines, silver medals with the portrait of Moshe Dayan, fig leaves, beautiful Akko, Western Wall, and even a 10-coin collection of the 10 Commandments. It is a truly majestic journey for every history lover and tourist!    

Category: Coin Collecting/History/Culture/Travel/Jerusalem/Israel 
Style: Original & Intriguing 
Perfect for: souvenirs, holidays, farewell gifts, graduation gifts, birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, and bar-bat mitzvahs. 
For whom: Coin collectors, History lovers, Family, Friends, Romantic Partners, Colleagues

Where: Mamilla Mall, Jerusalem

When was the last time you wore a piece of jewelry with a two thousand year old story?

The City of David Gift Shop is located at the Visitor Center, the shop displays a variety of products that are uniquely offered by the City of David, such as jewelry, Judaica, archaeology, books and more.

The shop was established to complement the personal experience of those visiting the City of David by enabling them to take home a unique souvenir that tells the story of the site and enriches their encounter with Jerusalem. Each item at the shop has been thoughtfully created and selected.

Opening Hours:
Winter:
Sunday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 16:30 PM, 
Summer:
9:00  AM - 17:30 
Address: Maalot Ir David, Jerusalem
You're welcome to purchase the City of David jewelry on the stores' website.
 

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