48 days in Jerusalem Itinerary

Few places in the world boast such a long history and such a rich multiethnic culture as Jerusalem, a city sacred to Jews, Muslims, and Christians.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Avdat National Park and International Center Mary of Nazareth. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Jerusalem: Arad (Masada Fortress & Fine Art & Doll Museum), Nazareth (Megiddo National Park, Salesian Church of Jesus the Adolescent, & more) and Tel Aviv (Room Escape Games, Rothschild Boulevard, & more). Spend the 28th (Tue) exploring nature at Nachal Arugot Nature Reserve. Spend a day outdoors on the 14th (Tue) with Israeli Wild. There's much more to do: get engrossed in the history at Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center, explore the world behind art at Israel Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of All Nations (Basilica of the Agony), and look for all kinds of wild species at En Gedi Nature Reserve.

To see traveler tips, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read Jerusalem trip planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airport is Ben Gurion International Airport. In December, daytime highs in Jerusalem are 69°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.