Abu Tor Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Western Wall
This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight.
Machane Yehuda Market
Get a taste of Jerusalem’s everyday life at this bustling market, home to little stores and stalls by day and restaurants and bars by night.
Al-Aqsa Mosque
Part of the sacred Temple Mount site, this lead-domed structure is a fully functioning mosque. It is among the holiest sites in the Islamic world.
Jaffa Gate
You can learn about the history of Jerusalem when you stop by Jaffa Gate. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
This famous church stands at the site where, according to Christian belief, Jesus was killed, buried and later raised from the dead.
Israel Museum
Browse the exhibits at this large museum, which hosts valuable art collections as well as precious historical artifacts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Activities
West-Bank Christian Full Day Tour
Jerusalem in the Footsteps of Jesus Day Tour from Tel Aviv
Dead Sea Relaxation Day Tour from Jerusalem
Jerusalem Full Day Tour from Tel Aviv
Our pick of the best Abu Tor Hotel Deals
The Inbal Jerusalem
Loved our stay!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The David Citadel Jerusalem
Staff and amenities
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Cassia Hotel Jerusalem
Excellent location, great breakfast and sttentive service.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
Excellent place to stay
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Excellent staff great location very enjoyable it’s my go too place.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Herbert Samuel Jerusalem
Excellent hotel in the center of the city. Great breakfast with a view. Gym & indoor pool all a very reasonable price
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Abu Tor
Mishkenot Sha'ananim
Historical sites, restaurants and spas are some highlights of Mishkenot Sha'ananim. Make a stop by The First Station or Mount Zion while you're exploring.
German Colony
German Colony is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Natural History Jerusalem and Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center.
Yemin Moshe
You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Yemin Moshe. You might want to make time for a stop at Sultan's Pool or Mishkenot Sha’ananim.
Baka
Get to know Baka by checking out its restaurants, historical sites and gardens. Consider a visit to nearby sights like The First Station or Mount Zion during your time in the area.
Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Western Wall Tunnel and Western Wall.
Emek Refaim
While visiting Emek Refaim, you might make a stop by sights like Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem.
