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Jerusalem is beautiful in any season and at any time and especially during the days of Hanukkah, when the windows of the Old City are lit with a multitude of Hanukkahs and paint the Old City in magnificent golden colors.You are invited to a unique tour of the Jewish Quarter where you will get to know the Jerusalem Hanukkah world up close. During the tour you will learn to differentiate between "Ashkenazi" lighting and "Spanish" lighting, you will see the ancient Chabad Synagogue, you will hear about the lighting customs of the Chabad Rebbe.&nbsp; From there you will continue to Bati Mahsa square and compare the menorah with the temple lamp that is placed there.&nbsp; Finally, you will reach the Galicia rooftops observation deck from which you will get a panoramic view of the Old City and the Western Wall. A group candle-lighting ceremony will be held in Beti Mahsa Square. The tour is intended for adults and families with children over the age of 10.

Jerusalem of Light: Hanukkah tour in the Old City

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Looking for a special activity for Hanukkah?  Want to go on a festive tour of illuminated Jerusalem?
Join the Hanukkah tour in the Old City with my uncle.

Let's add light to the citadel...&nbsp;A fun tour for the whole family in the citadel, during the tour you will equip yourself with lanterns, walk on the walls and discover the secrets of the ancient citadel following the Hanukkah story.&nbsp;The tour includes a quiz and games, communal candle lighting and donuts.&nbsp;

A family-friendly lantern tour in the Tower of David at a discounted price

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Add light in the citadel with a Hanukkah lantern tour.

Hanukkah lantern tour at the Citadel

Join us for a breathtaking experience in the magical alleys of Nachalat and the ultra-orthodox neighborhoods, lit up with hundreds of beautiful menorahs! The Hanukkah holiday is a rare opportunity to experience the "publicity of the miracle" through light, history and fascinating encounters. On a guided and fascinating tour with Israel-2GO's best guides, we will walk through courtyards and galleries of light, discover ancient and modern menorahs, and get to know the tradition, customs and spiritual meaning of the holiday up close.This is more than a tour - it is a cultural, spiritual and family experience that connects us all. We will catch a glimpse of the bustling life in the alleys, listen to the sounds of hymns, rub shoulders with local residents and understand deeply the world views of the ultra-orthodox public, all in a warm and unusual atmosphere that only happens eight days a year! The tour also includes a joint candle lighting ceremony. Come celebrate the festival of lights in the most special neighborhood in the world and leave with unforgettable photos and memories.

Explore Jerusalem menorahs in Nachlaot and nearby ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods

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A tour in the cool open air of Hanukkah. Come and enjoy a tour in the light of the burning Hanukkah and experience the Hanukkah holiday in the magical alleys of the picturesque Nachalat neighborhood and the ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods

As every year, Israel-2GO invites you to experience the magic of Hanukkah in the place where the miracle happened. We will go on a unique tour led by the best guides, and we will discover magnificent menorahs in the picturesque alleys. We will get to know closely the mitzvot of "publicizing the miracle" and the tradition, history and spiritual meaning of the holiday, while watching beautiful menorahs and absorbing an authentic community atmosphere.It is an incomparable spiritual, cultural and family experience that combines fascinating stories, special encounters and unforgettable photo opportunities. Come and experience how the Festival of Lights is celebrated in the streets of the Old City and connect with the story, the miracle and the special taste of Hanukkah in Jerusalem.

A tour of the Jerusalem menorahs in the Old City and the Western Wall

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Come and experience the light of Hanukkah in the magical alleys of the Jewish Quarter and the Western Wall and see with your own eyes the mitzvot of publishing the miracle.

Hanukkah tour in the Jewish Quarter & Western Wall

The heart-warming lighting of the old city and the historical sites are already ready, the fir trees and the menorahs are waiting for you. &nbsp;On a tour through the alleys of the Christian quarter, we will get to know the story of Jesus and Christmas, and in the Jewish quarter, among the menorahs on the windowsills, we will hear the stories of heroism and miracles of the Hanukkah holiday. &nbsp;Let's go on a short journey together through the streets of the real Jerusalem. &nbsp;Just choose a time and day, and join a festive and fascinating tour.

Warm winter in Jerusalem: holiday lights in both quarters with Yaron Hovav

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Warm winter in Jerusalem: holiday lights in both quarters with Yaron Hovav | en

Join an easy and safe one and a half hour tour in the Jewish and Christian quarter during the brightest time of the year.

We will start the tour at the Jaffa Gate, from there we will go to the alleys of the Jewish Quarter and discover together what Hanukkah miracle took place in Jerusalem in 1917. We will play an entertaining game to learn about the golden menorah and also understand what is between a menorah and a menorah? Will we discover the secrets of the Hasmoneans and find an ancient Hasmonean coin that is hidden in all of our pockets? We will walk through the magical alleys and be amazed by the Jerusalem menorahs. We will decipher a secret writing and find out why we really celebrate Hanukkah? With a lookout to the Western Wall, we will listen to the fascinating story of the Temple and the miracle of the Fat Mouth, and take a moving photo as a souvenir of the most beautiful view in the world. At the end of the tour we will walk back to the Jaffa Gate while playing Hanukkah songs that will warm your heart.<div id="gtx-trans"><div class="gtx-trans-icon">&nbsp;</div></div>

Lights in the Alleys: Hanukkah tour for the whole family in the Old City

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Looking for a special experience around Hanukkah?
Want to spend quality time with the kids and create special memories?
Join a fascinating family menorah tour, where you will enjoy interesting stories, fun games, intriguing riddles and mysteries that will keep the children excited.

Gallery 4+: Hanukkah

Hanukkah Tours

Amidst the archaeological remains in the Citadel's courtyard and to the sound of original music, virtual reality images tell the stories of&nbsp;King David, the Roman conquest, Muhammad, the Crusaders, and Suleiman the Magnificent, among other people and periods.The Night Spectacular, a 45-minute show, uses trompe l'oeil technology---the stones of the walls and structures fade into the scenes and the screened images envelop the viewers, whisking them off to a one-of-a-kind multi-sensory experience.Innovative techniques and a sophisticated computer system operate&nbsp;20 projectors, 10 video players, 14 computers and 14 loudspeakers.The Night Spectacular is the first of its kind and is for everyone---tourists, families, speakers of all languages and for all who love Jerusalem.<h3 style="text-align:justify;">&nbsp;</h3>

Night Spectacular Sound & Light Show

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Watch the walls of the Citadel become the stage for a nighttime show celebrating Jerusalem's 4,000-year-old history through sights and sounds. 

A nighttime show on the city walls

The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener">City of David</a> invites you to an unforgettable nighttime experience – "Hallelujah." This unique and exciting show tells the story of ancient Jerusalem and brings it back to life with groundbreaking technology, on top of antiquities and in the open night air. And now, the show returns with new fascinating content and pyrotechnics combining fire and water effects – for a truly breathtaking experience!&nbsp;<h2>A Thrilling Audiovisual Show</h2>The show offers visitors a fantastic nighttime experience in a light show projected on top of the City of David antiquities, renewed with new exciting content and pyrotechnics combining fire and water effects – a view you will not forget! The show employs the beautiful backdrop of the Old City, the Mount of Olives, Mount Scopus, the Kidron Valley, and the slopes of the City of David.<h2>More Details</h2>The performance takes about an hour and allows you to combine the unique feel of the night performance with this magical evening in Jerusalem—free shuttle service from the First Station Complex parking.

Hallelujah - The Nighttime Show

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Hallelujah - The Nighttime Show | en

The City of David invites you to an unforgettable nighttime experience – "Hallelujah." This unique and exciting show tells the story of ancient Jerusalem and brings it back to life with groundbreaking technology.

Watch a unique and exciting show

In this fascinating guided tour we will get to know the street art project in the Mahane Yehuda market which has become an open museum with amazing works. The graffiti illustrations tell the story of the market through mythological figures from history alongside Jerusalem figures, Jewish leaders, rabbis and kabbalis and international figures.We will travel between Rabbi Goren blowing the shofar, Uri Malmilian, Leonard Cohen, Golda Meir, Meir Lenski against the background of the Temple, Rabbi Hida, Yossi Banai, Rabbi Yosef Rivlin and the Maimonides, and combine the stories of the creations and the stories of the market into a unique Jerusalem work.&nbsp;And for dessert - we will connect to the world of Jerusalem's nightlife with a glass of desert.You are invited to an authentic nocturnal experience in all of Jerusalem!

The face of the market: a night graffiti tour of the Mahane Yehuda market

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The face of the market: a night graffiti tour of the Mahane Yehuda market en

Experience the market in a new way with Dodi Bar Sela: a unique nighttime graffiti tour uncovering the myths and stories behind the artwork on its shutters—topped off with a desert toast in Jerusalem’s one-of-a-kind atmosphere.

Experience the market a little differently

How can we treat you today? Pea soup? French onion soup with cheese? Thick lentil soup? Creamy sweet potato soup? Why not all of them?Join the Ramada Hotel Soup Festival - the most delicious winter entertainment of the season in Jerusalem!The festival offers four types of soups that change every day. The especially delicious French onion soup is available every day. The festival takes place at the hotel's Timna restaurant, Sunday-Thursday, between 12:00 noon - 10:00pm until the end of March and there is no need to make a reservation in advance.The menu also includes a variety of vegetarian and vegan soups, including gluten-free options. Of course, you can't have a soup without side dishes.At the Soup Festival, you will also find a selection of breads, cheeses and dips, all for a special price of only 87 NIS per person!

Soup Festival at the Ramada Hotel

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A warm and indulgent culinary experience awaits you at the Ramada Hotel's traditional Soup Festival! Come enjoy a variety of rich, steaming, and delicious homemade soups.

A visit to the <a href="https://itraveljerusalem.com/attraction/the-israel-museum/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Israel Museum</a> is the perfect cultural pastime thanks to the unique and fascinating permanent exhibitions that are presented during the opening hours of the museum.

The permanent exhibitions of the Israel Museum will take you on a journey following ancient scrolls, Jewish history, and the world of art.

So which permanent exhibitions can you be impressed by?

Recommended Permanent Exhibitions at the Israel Museum

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Recommended Permanent Exhibitions at the Israel Museum | en

The permanent exhibitions of the Israel Museum will take you on a journey following ancient scrolls, Jewish history, and the world of art.

The permanent exhibitions of the Israel Museum

Have you wanted to schedule a guided tour of the National Library, but it's booked months in advance? Now is your chance.Come and get to know the place where Israel’s greatest spiritual treasures are kept – manuscripts, books and rare historical items preserved in the National Library’s permanent exhibition that tell the story of the Jewish people and culture throughout the generations.During the tour, you will discover how each of these treasures connects to your personal and collective story, and you will be able to experience the past, present and future of Israeli culture and heritage.

The National Library invites you to join a guided tour for the general public!

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Come on a guided tour of the National Library and get to know the place where Israel's great spiritual treasures are kept, the treasures that tells our story throughout generations.

Gallary4+:  What else does the city have to offer

What else does the city have to offer?

What really happens when the small forces unite? Families are invited to embark on a journey of riddles, secrets and fascinating tasks throughout the Biblical Lands Museum. Discover how a brick becomes an impressive structure, how pottery shards reveal a complete urn and what is the true power of collaboration.At each station you will assemble another part of a mysterious puzzle that will reveal the secret of the connection. After that, you will enjoy a unique creative space: create a personal mosaic on a moving film - cut, sand, plan and stick a small stone next to a stone, until you create a complete and personal masterpiece.

Small to large - a family Hanukkah activity at the Biblical Lands Museum!

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Hanukkah activity for the whole family!

In the heart of Jerusalem, in the historic Beit Aut Mozar, a unique experience awaits you - a fascinating connection between fire, glass and creation. The workshops are held in a pleasant and private atmosphere, and each participant receives close supervision throughout the process, so that everyone manages to create and feel real pride in the result. This is an opportunity to stop for a moment from the routine, to discover the power of creating with living and liquid material, and to enjoy an experience that combines calmness, concentration and artistic magic. Suitable for couples, families, small groups and organizations looking for a creative and meaningful experience.

Glass workshops for Hanukkah

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In Yael and Loch's glassblowing studio you will discover the magic of fire and glass.
The workshop is private, intimate and full of creativity - and each participant succeeds in creating a glass work by himself and takes it home

Hanukkah is a perfect opportunity to uncover the fascinating history of Jerusalem!You are invited to a unique archaeological experience suitable for the whole family in Emek Zurim, where you can discover real treasures from the excavations of the City of David. The participants sift through archaeological dirt and have already located rare coins, amulets and thousands of years old jewelry. This is your chance to be the first to discover the next find!The Hanukkah package includes two fascinating workshops: Ancient Coins Workshop, an experiential journey where you learn about the symbols and shapes of the ancient coins and create your own coin; and ancient candle workshop, where the secrets of the ancient craft of candle making are revealed.Both workshops are included in the ticket price.

A holiday of treasures - discovering the secrets of Jerusalem in Emek Zurim

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Come uncover treasures from the excavations of ancient Jerusalem, discover the secrets of Jerusalem and enjoy workshops in the spirit of the holiday - ancient coins and candles workshop.

Many traditions are connected to the Hanukkah holiday: the Maccabees, the miracle of the oil pan and even the ancient man, and all these traditions are connected to the light that shines in the darkness. The Hanukkah holiday is a holiday of light, and during this period the Jewish quarter is spectacular in its beauty.In a musical Hanukkah tour, we will walk around the Jewish quarter, talk about the customs of the holiday, their origin, the songs that were written and the heroes of the time. We will talk about heroism in general, and about the contemporary heroes that we have been exposed to in the last two years.&nbsp;Hanukkah is a holiday that is celebrated precisely in the darkest days - precisely those, banished with the help of light. We will see the most special menorahs in the Jewish quarter, and we will even light our own menorah. The tour will be accompanied by guitar and songs, and the audience is invited to join in Hanukkah and Jerusalem songs. The tour is suitable for adults, individuals and families, you can also contact to receive an offer for a private tour for a group.

We Came to the Darkness: A musical Hanukkah tour in Jerusalem with Galil Horesh

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We came to the darkness - a musical Hanukkah tour in Jerusalem with Galil Khalil Horesh en

Join a musical Hanukkah tour in the Jewish Quarter. Wander through the Old City’s glowing alleys, sing Hanukkah and Jerusalem songs with guitar, explore customs, and light candles with locals. The tour includes hot tea and a donut for every participant.

The station is the first urban ornithological site in Israel, and since its establishment it has been operating as a knowledge, research and education center for nature. At the end of a quiet Jerusalem path, a few minutes away from the Knesset, visitors can encounter urban nature in its full power: get to know migratory species, learn about biological diversity, and be exposed to the research work that takes place there every day.Hundreds of thousands of birds pass through the station every year, and tens of thousands of them are drowned as part of a long-standing drowning project - one of the most important in Israel. The trainings and courses allow the public to take part in these processes, and experience Jerusalem through the eyes of the birds.

Bird identification tutorials: Hanukkah at the Jerusalem Bird Research Station

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Join a bird-ringing session and watch the team in action—gently capturing birds, measuring, marking, and releasing them. See diverse species up close, learn about their migration routes, and discover the importance of bird-ringing research in Israel. Suitable for all ages.

<h2>Come and Explore the World of Science in an Interactive Way</h2>At the Bloomfield Science Museum in Jerusalem, accessibility is promoted and ensured. All visitors are entitled to enjoy equal, full, and convenient access to all museum services and facilities.<h2>Exhibitions at the Science Museum</h2>Illusions – an exhibition that confuses the mind with fascinating displays exploring the definition of illusion.Why Buildings Don’t Fall – join a journey of discovery through beams and cantilevers, following the art of human construction.A Lever for Discovery – an exhibition that helps you understand how machines and simple tools enable us to get much more out of the strength in our bodies.The exhibits and activities are suitable for all visitors and for all ages, with options for special groups, events, and birthday parties by prior arrangement.For details regarding accessibility, please contact us at: +972-72-3932797.

Jerusalem Science Museum

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The Bloomfield Science Museum in Jerusalem offers hands-on exhibitions where the whole family can explore, experiment, and discover the wonders of science. An interactive space that invites curiosity – and yes, you’re allowed to touch!

Discover the joy of science in a family experience

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Recommended attractions and activities

What awaits you?<ul><li>The HIGH LIGHT light show: a breathtaking experience of colorful lighting against the backdrop of the magical city views. In the high light show on the days of Hanukkah, special festive music will be played in honor of the holiday.</li><li>Sweet stands of all kinds: donuts in a variety of flavors, unique desserts, and a variety of sweets for the whole family.</li><li>A huge illuminated menorah: a special attraction that will illuminate the holiday with an exciting and inspiring light.</li></ul>When? Every evening during the holiday starting at 17:00. Where? Promenade of the Governor's Palace. Entrance is free!Come and experience the magic of Hanukkah like you've never experienced before. We are waiting for you in Jerusalem!

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The event will be updated as more information becomes available. For now, you can take a look at last year's events.