Pool of Bethesda Tours & Attractions

This tour follows in the footsteps of Jesus, from his triumphant arrival at Mt. of Olives, through different stations of his visits to Jerusalem, to the culmination of the journey at one of the possible sites for the crucifixion and resurrections - the Garden Tomb.
*Please note: The Garden Tomb is closed to visitors on Sunday and Monday. If your time is limited you can still take the tour on these days and return to the Garden Tomb at a later day (Tue.-Sat.).
This is a unique self-guided tour. Your guide is in the palm of your hand. The DGuide platform allows travelers to tour at their own pace taking in as much or as little information as they like. Users can follow the suggested route or go off the path and return to the guided tour later.
The tour was designed and the content curated by Uri Goldflam, a professional guide and educator with 30 years of guiding experience, founder of Travel Trailer Israel.
Duration: 4 hours.

Explore the holy city with your own driver-guide and customize the tour according to your wish.

Enjoy the view of the Old City of Jerusalem from Mount Olives and after, descend to the Church of Agony and the Garden of Gethsemane.

Enter the Old City through the Dung Gate and stop at the Western Wall (Kotel). Continue on the streets of the Old City to the Crusader Church of St. Anne and see the remains of the pools of Bethesda.

Afterwards, follow the Stations of the Cross through the Via Dolorosa, ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Wander in the market alleys and along the main Byzantine Cardo, exit the Old City through the Zion Gate. Visit the site of the Tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper on Mt. Zion.

If time permits, end the day with a visit the Church of Peter Gallicantu, the church where Jesus was held prisoner and where Peter heard the cock crow as he denied knowing Jesus as well as the Garden Tomb.

Return back to your hotel.


Duration: 10 hours.

Discover Jerusalem on a private, fully customizable tour from Tel Aviv with a devoted, professional driver-guide!

Enjoy the view of the Old City of Jerusalem from Mount Olives and after, descend to the Church of Agony and the Garden of Gethsemane.

Enter the Old City through the Dung Gate and stop at the Western Wall (Kotel). Continue on the streets of the Old City to the Crusader Church of St. Anne and see the remains of the pools of Bethesda.

Afterward, follow the Stations of the Cross through the Via Dolorosa, ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Wander in the market alleys and along the main Byzantine Cardo, exit the Old City through the Zion Gate. Visit the site of the Tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper on Mt. Zion.

If time permits, end the day with a visit to the Church of Peter Gallicantu, the church where Jesus was held prisoner and where Peter heard the cock crow as he denied knowing Jesus as well as the Garden Tomb.

Return to your hotel.


Duration: 10 hours.

Trace the footsteps of Jesus Christ on a full-day walking tour of Jerusalem, and see the settings of many time-honored biblical tales. With a knowledgeable guide at your side, stroll down the Mount of Olives and visit sites such as Dominus Flevit Church and the Church of All Nations. Hear of Jesus’ links to ancient Jerusalem while exploring the Old City and take in the Pool of Bethesda, St Anne Church, Convent of the Sisters of Zion and more. Finally, finish with a highlight, visiting the famous Via Dolorosa pilgrimage route where Jesus is said to have walked to his crucifixion.
Duration: 9 hours.

Join our Jerusalem Walking Tour for the least demanding, generally extensive, and best worth approach to finding this otherworldly city. Our tour visits the sights inside the dividers of the Old City, including the Temple Mount, the Western Wall, the Pools of Bethesda, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and more. At long last, you'll visit the clamoring, scene acclaimed Old city Arab market, where local people and travelers all meet up to absorb the flavors and fragrances of everything this well-known market brings to the table.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Immerse yourself in Israel’s religious history and heritage on this incredible 4-day tour from Tel Aviv. Visit the most noteworthy Christian and Jewish holy sites in Jerusalem, Jericho, Bethlehem, Nazareth and Lower Galilee as your expert guide provides fascinating insight into biblical stories. Experience ancient sacred places first-hand such as Mount Zion, Mount of Olives, Dominus Flevit, Mount Temptation, the Church of the Nativity and Via Dolorosa.
Duration: 4 days.

Leave Tel Aviv and spend a whole day in Jerusalem discovering the city’s Christian sights on a walking tour. Widely believed to be the city where Jesus Christ lived and died, Jerusalem is home to the settings of countless biblical tales. Walk with a local guide down the Mount of Olives, through Jerusalem Old City, and over to the start point of the Via Dolorosa pilgrimage route while visiting religious landmarks such as the Church of All Nations, Pool of Bethesda, St Anne Church and more.
Duration: 11 hours.

Walk in Jesus' steps on this tour. In this tour your will visit many significant places that are mentioned in the Bible.
Duration: 8 hours.

Explore Christianity in Jerusalem with this private 6-hour tour. Travel through the Old City of Jerusalem and tour the quarters of the ancient walled city by foot. See all of the major sites, including the Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Cardo. End the tour shopping at a busy bazaar in the Muslim Quarter.
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

Celebrate Palm Sunday in Jerusalem, and attend mass at a church in Bethpage before joining the famous procession along the Via Dolorosa pilgrimage route. Reenacting the famous Passover event when Jesus is said to have entered Jerusalem by donkey, the procession takes place yearly, and draws colorful crowds of Christian locals and pilgrims from all over the world. Walk from the Mount of Olives through Kidron Valley and into Jerusalem’s Old City, passing must-see biblical landmarks such as the Garden of Gethsemane, Lion’s Gate and more.
Duration: 6 hours.

Leave Tel Aviv and celebrate Palm Sunday in Jerusalem! The day trip includes mass at a church in Bethpage followed by the annual Palm Sunday procession along the Via Dolorosa pilgrimage route. Reenacting the famous Passover event when Jesus is believed to have entered Jerusalem by donkey, the colorful procession draws crowds of Christian locals and pilgrims from all over the world. Stroll from the Mount of Olives down through Kidron Valley and into Jerusalem’s Old City, passing historical landmarks such as the Garden of Gethsemane, Lion’s Gate and more!
Duration: 8 hours.

Discover the best of Jerusalem in one day, seeing all the highlights of the ancient city. A fully guided tour that will take you through the winding alleys of the ancient Old City.

Included:
Full-day trip in Jerusalem's Old City

Guided tour of the popular Holy Land sights by local experts

Walk ancient paths and visit famous world history sights

Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Sites will Include:
Mount of Olives
Garden of Gethsemane
Church of All Nations
Dung Gate
Western Wall Plaza
The Jewish Quarter
Church of Saint Anne
Pools of Bethesda
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa
Christian Quarter
King David's Tomb
Room of the Last Supper
Mount Zion
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

This immersive 4-day tour from Jerusalem takes you on an inspiring journey into Israel’s religious history. Gain fascinating insight into biblical tales from your expert guide as you visit the most notable Christian and Jewish holy sites in Jerusalem, Jericho, Bethlehem, Nazareth and Lower Galilee. You'll experience ancient sacred places first-hand including Mount Zion, Mount of Olives, Dominus Flevit, Mount Temptation, the Church of the Nativity and Via Dolorosa.
Duration: 4 days.

Coming to Israel and not sure what to do?

Wanna take it easy and let a local guide make it for you?
Explore the Best of Jerusalem and Bethlehem within 2 days and enjoy your Holi-Day in the Holy Land.

First-timers, cultural travelers, family trip/reunion, pilgrims, veterans like to hear about old battles and politics, archaeology and history lovers, great eaters, or a bit of everything.

Just let me know who you are and let me create the experience you love to have.


Duration: 2 days.