Ramparts Walk, Jerusalem: Hours, Address, Ramparts Walk Reviews: 4/5
Ramparts Walk
Ramparts Walk
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S G
Dubai, United Arab Emirates244 contributions
May 2022
No idea why noone speaks about it much....we happened to see entrance, enquired and just went with a whim...BEST THING EVER
Well marked in English, Arabic and Hebrew, great sceneries of city and inside old city. Wandering in old city gives you vibe of culture and shopping/food. Ramparts walk opens window to the residential life in old city. Great views of Al aqsa as well....
Its priced at 25 ILS per adult and there are 2 loops- ticket valid for 2 days...the loop including Damascus gate is especially excellent.
Well marked in English, Arabic and Hebrew, great sceneries of city and inside old city. Wandering in old city gives you vibe of culture and shopping/food. Ramparts walk opens window to the residential life in old city. Great views of Al aqsa as well....
Its priced at 25 ILS per adult and there are 2 loops- ticket valid for 2 days...the loop including Damascus gate is especially excellent.
Written May 9, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
B T
London, UK841 contributions
Mar 2022
We did the Northern route from Jaffa Gate to Lions Gate, although you can do the southern route. It was good to do, especially as the weather was good, but the views were not always that great. At Damascus gate you get good views to the dome of the rock, but most of the time it's just shabby rooftops. I would recommend doing it though.
Written March 17, 2022
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TsviShlomo
Ra'anana, Israel333 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
We’re spending a few days in Jerusalem to escape the heat and humidity of the coast. Tonight we did the Old City Ramparts Walk, which is open at night (until 22:00) only for the month of August. The refreshing breeze and clear sky added to the enjoyment of the walk, as did the many interesting vistas.
At NIS 20 (10 for seniors) this makes for a cheap night out. There is a convenient new access point outside the Tower of David (actually in the moat)
Note there are plenty of steps to climb during the walk, some rather steep!
At NIS 20 (10 for seniors) this makes for a cheap night out. There is a convenient new access point outside the Tower of David (actually in the moat)
Note there are plenty of steps to climb during the walk, some rather steep!
Written August 12, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
gura b
25 contributions
Dec 2020
Jerusalem as seen from the height of the Old City walls. Mildley challenging historical adventure for the whole family.
The historical trek provides historical context and a bird’s eye breath taking view of the old city versus the new one, walking tour through the treasures of the past, the present and future entwined.
Free vocal tours with the application “Vocal Tours in Jerusalem”
3 trails:
1. Western Ramparts - open daily from 9:00-17:00 (winter until 16:00) - from Jaffa Gate to Dung Gate (you can descend at Zion's Gate), About 1.5 KM
2. Northern Ramparts - open daily except Friday 9:00-17:00 (winter until 16:00), from Jaffa Gate to Lion's Gate. (You can descend at New Gate, Damascus Gate, Herod's Gate, and Lion's Gate), About 3.5 KM for the full trail.
3. Third Trail - newly opened! - Round the city 360 degrees - one ticket for two days - for both Southern and Northern Ramparts. Descend from the Southern Walk at the Dung Gate, walk at the foot of the Eastern Wall, climb back on the Northern Walk from Lion's Gate, all the way back to Jaffa Gate.
Great price! Only 20 IL per person for both trails for two days!
The historical trek provides historical context and a bird’s eye breath taking view of the old city versus the new one, walking tour through the treasures of the past, the present and future entwined.
Free vocal tours with the application “Vocal Tours in Jerusalem”
3 trails:
1. Western Ramparts - open daily from 9:00-17:00 (winter until 16:00) - from Jaffa Gate to Dung Gate (you can descend at Zion's Gate), About 1.5 KM
2. Northern Ramparts - open daily except Friday 9:00-17:00 (winter until 16:00), from Jaffa Gate to Lion's Gate. (You can descend at New Gate, Damascus Gate, Herod's Gate, and Lion's Gate), About 3.5 KM for the full trail.
3. Third Trail - newly opened! - Round the city 360 degrees - one ticket for two days - for both Southern and Northern Ramparts. Descend from the Southern Walk at the Dung Gate, walk at the foot of the Eastern Wall, climb back on the Northern Walk from Lion's Gate, all the way back to Jaffa Gate.
Great price! Only 20 IL per person for both trails for two days!
Written January 20, 2021
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Vitor A
Lisbon, Portugal809 contributions
Jan 2020
It is really very interesting to do this walk because, at same time, you are looking at the old city (from above) and you are looking at the modern city outside the Wall. Don’t forget to take very comfortable shoes because the walk is quite uneven. Enjoy!
Written March 31, 2020
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BaltoBalto
New York59 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
Fun! The northern walk is longer and has more interesting views. Your ticket gives you access to both - northern and southern walks. It’s a one-way route so make sure to plan for a different return trip if you need to come back to Jaffa gate (the starting point).
Written March 9, 2020
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brit933
Solbjerg, Denmark207 contributions
Mar 2020
It is not a walk for people who suffer from fear of hights, and you must be fairly fit because there are a lot af high steps to be climbed, but it is well worth the effort
Written March 7, 2020
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Brian M
Montrose, UK1,553 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
The ramparts themselves are not particularly spectacular although you get a bit of history from the time the Jordanians defended the city in the 1948 war. What you do get out of the walk is fantastic views down into the old city and out into the old city. Well worth going on the walk
Written March 3, 2020
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gura b
25 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
The best lookout over jerusalem old city and new city. 360 degrees of the city from Jaffa Gate to lions Gate (including the Roman square) or from Jaffa Gate to Zion’s Gate. Great to find the hidden fortification elements build in the walls and secondary used stones within the walls.
Great value for money as the some 5$ ticket is valid for both ramparts for two days.
Don’t miss: the tree caps lookout on top of Damascus Gate.
Free vocal guided tour (scan it at the cashier), great selfie spot: at the southern side you can dress in ottoman style (free. Ask at the cashier), in the northern side you have few build in selfie fun boards.
Winter it open till 16:00, summer - the southern side is open until 22:00 so it’s great to see the city lights as well.
Great value for money as the some 5$ ticket is valid for both ramparts for two days.
Don’t miss: the tree caps lookout on top of Damascus Gate.
Free vocal guided tour (scan it at the cashier), great selfie spot: at the southern side you can dress in ottoman style (free. Ask at the cashier), in the northern side you have few build in selfie fun boards.
Winter it open till 16:00, summer - the southern side is open until 22:00 so it’s great to see the city lights as well.
Written February 14, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
lsgoldblatt
London, UK806 contributions
Jan 2020
We only walked the Southern part as it was Friday and the North part is closed but it was a great experience. Amazing views from the walk and very interesting
Written February 11, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
jannypoortman2
Ede, The Netherlands
Van hoe laat tot hoe laat kun je de muur op?
Janine V
Eerbeek, The Netherlands271 contributions
Sun – Thurs: 9am-4pm
Saturday: 9am-4pm
Friday: 9am-2pm
During the summer months, the south side walk is open until 7 pm and the north side walk until 5pm
I need Allison's exact location so I can get there as soon as possible. thank you.
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Israel12,815 contributions
I don’t know Allison
Anthony K
London, UK13,298 contributions
I am aware that one Ticket for the Ramparts Walk covers both the Northern & Southern Walk. If I buy the ticket can I use it to do the walks on different days.
Thanks
Anthony
slc37918
Middletown, PA245 contributions
YES - we used the ticket to go North one day and then South the NEXT day... just confirm with the ticket agent when you buy it how long it is good for but you may definitely do it on different days. It is tiring enough that you'll probably prefer dividing it into 2 days. (Note that the ticket is single-use... so you cannot repeat the ramparts you previously enjoyed.)
Anthony K
London, UK13,298 contributions
Could someone please give me the exact location from where I can but a ticket to do the Ramparts "clockwise" Walk from Jaffa Gate to Lions Gate?
Thanking-you
Anthony
BXC
Austin, TX224 contributions
You pass the gate into the square, and immediately on your left there is the tourist office where you get the tickets.
Anthony K
London, UK13,298 contributions
I am going to Jerusalem in June and I know it will be hot at that time. On one day I am hoping to do this walk from Jaffa Gate to Lions Gate ... take a pause for Lunch... and then walk through the Garden of Gethsemane and the Mount of Olives. Am I giving myself too much walking, a lot of which is uphill, for one day?
Anthony
Anthony K
London, UK13,298 contributions
I am aware of the two walks here. One clockwise and one anti-clockwise starting at Jaffa Gate. Is it possible to actually begin the walk at Lions Gate and finish at Jaffa Gate...probably anti-clockwise?
Cheers
Anthony
slc37918
Middletown, PA245 contributions
That would be a good plan. However, you may only enter near the Jaffa Gate (because the other gates are exit only). The ticket sales office is just inside the Jaffa Gate - and the entrance that leads to the New Gate and Damascus Gate is close by. The walk that lead to the Zion Gate and Lions Gate is harder to locate - you must go outside the Old City Walls and walk South a moderate distance and that entrance is somewhat hidden. You scan you ticket and the turnstile unlocks for you. It is definitely worth doing both walks I think.
Anthony K
London, UK13,298 contributions
I will have just 4 days in Jerusalem soon. Is this time to really see the City?
Anthony
BXC
Austin, TX224 contributions
I'd say yes, but obviously it all depends how much time you spend on each site. You might want to make a list with opening hours, see what is available only during AM, what is available on the PM, and plan accordingly. Some museums are closed on Mondays, some open late on Tuesdays/Thursdays, etc. As others mentioned above, weekend might be a 'problem' for the tourist who'd want to make the best out of his/her schedule; the city slows down, all public institutions and transportation are not available to visit/use. Some museums are open on Saturdays and there are taxis available. Jerusalem is a beautiful city, and you would enjoy it very much in 4 days if you plan ahead.
Gaillinda
Akron, OH2 contributions
Is it safe for an American to exit at the Damascus Gate which I believe is the Arab quarter
slc37918
Middletown, PA245 contributions
All of these responses are from a month ago - the recent Intifada activity in the last week makes that area questionable. It appears they are targeting Jews. They rely upon tourists and are not likely to target Americans at present.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ramparts Walk
- Ramparts Walk is open:
- Sun - Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- We recommend booking Ramparts Walk tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Ramparts Walk tours on Tripadvisor
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