Hezekiah's Tunnel (Siloam Tunnel)

Go deep into Jerusalem’s biblical history with this tour of the City of David, a 3,800-year old site that’s outside the old city walls. Trace the story of Jerusalem through the ages as you explore archeological excavations. See the First Temple homes at the Royal Acropolis, and visit the Citadel that protected Gihon Spring, Jerusalem’s main water source. Take an adventurous walk through Hezekiah’s Tunnel, then visit the Givati Excavation, where digging underneath a modern parking lot has revealed golden coins, a queen’s palace and Roman amphorae.

Check out the walls of the old town of Jerusalem, stand in awe of the historic Jaffa Gate, and marvel at King David’s tower. This bustling hub transforms into a hotspot at night, as bars and restaurants open, and young people hang out till late. Find a hidden passageway that snakes through a vibrant neighborhood, revealing local insights and ancient cisterns, showing how people used to live in the 19th century. Discover where Jesus was crucified, buried, and resurrected, and find out how the different churches work together, despite the tension to operate one of the holiest churches in the Christian world. Stop by the Western Wall, sacred to the Jewish people, and take part in a famous tradition. Then find a hidden Roman square where you can climb onto a wall for an amazing view of the city. After this complete Jerusalem tour, you can enjoy the rest of your stay going further, off the beaten path, and taking in the local culture.