City of David Private Guided Tour

5.0 (15 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Just next to the walls of the Old City, the archaeological site of the City of David is the cradle of Jerusalem. From the palace of King David to the tunnel of Ezekiel, most of the site is underground: a real adventure!

Choose your experience:

Option 1: The biblical tour (approx. 3h)

Discover the cradle of Jerusalem. Explore King David's palace and cross the tunnel of Ezekiel to the Pool of Siloam.

Option 2: The Pilgrims' Way (approx. 2.5h)

Walk in the footsteps of pilgrims from 2,000 years ago! This recently discovered underground passage leads from the Pool of Siloé to the Mount of the Temple.

Option 3: The complete experience (approx. 4.5–5h)

The ultimate journey through time! Combine the biblical tour and the Pilgrim's Path for a complete adventure, from King David to the Second Temple.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, French, Hebrew
Operated by: Nissim Slama - Guide et Conférencier - Tour Guide & Lecturer

What is included

Included

Included: guide

Not included

Not included: Admission fees: Town of David National Park

Itinerary

City Of David National Park

2 hours Admission not included

We will visit Canaanite Cyclopian buildings, walk on the exact same stones as King David, inside King Hezekiah's tunnel *in the water*, see the real pool of Siloam and end up on the exact same street on which Jesus also passed.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

At the southern exit of the Western Wall (towards the Garbage Gate)
In front of the cash desks of the site

End point

At the southern exit of the Western Wall (towards the Garbage Gate)
In front of the cash desks of the site

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for children under 5 years old

Options

Private Guided Tour of the City of David
The Pilgrims' Way

The Pilgrims' Way: Recently uncovered, this monumental underground artery is the path of ancient pilgrims from 2,000 years ago!
The complete experience!

Duration: 5 hours

Pilgrim's Way & Biblical: Combine the biblical tour and the Pilgrim's Way into one complete adventure