Kiryat Wolfson, Jerusalem

Name: Kiryat Wolfson
Address: Jerusalem, Israel

#485 among attractions in Jerusalem

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Kiryat Wolfson, also known as Wolfson Towers, is a high-rise apartment complex in western Jerusalem. Comprising five towers ranging from 14 to 17 stories above-ground, the project was Jerusalem's first high-rise development. The project encountered opposition from both municipal officials and the public at each stage of its design and construction. The complex includes 10,000 square feet of commercial space and a medical center. The project was financed by the Edith and Isaac Wolfson Trust. ()

Local name: קריית וולפסון Coordinates: 31°46'36"N, 35°12'36"E

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נחלאות‎ (nhlwt)Jerusalem Israel

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Kiryat Wolfson – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Shrine of the Book, Knesset Menorah, Bible Lands Museum, Monastery of the Cross.

0.5 miSW
Museum, Archaeological museum, Specialty museum
Shrine of the Book, Jerusalem
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Jerusalem, the Shrine of the Book stands as a modern architectural marvel, dedicated to preserving some of the most significant documents of ancient Judaism: the Dead Sea Scrolls. This iconic museum, part of the Israel Museum complex, is...
~1690 ftW
Memorial
Knesset Menorah, Jerusalem
9 min walk • The Knesset Menorah, standing proudly outside the Knesset, Israel's parliament, in Jerusalem, is not only a memorial but also a symbol of the Jewish people's history and sovereignty. This bronze sculpture, created by the British-Jewish sculptor Benno Elkan, was...
0.5 miW
Modern showcase of biblical history
Bible Lands Museum, Jerusalem
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Jerusalem, the Bible Lands Museum stands as a beacon of ancient history and cultural heritage. This unique museum offers an extensive collection dedicated to the civilizations and peoples mentioned in the Bible, including the Egyptians...
~1790 ftS
Centuries-old Eastern Orthodox monastery
Monastery of the Cross, Jerusalem
9 min walk • The Monastery of the Cross is an Eastern Orthodox monastery near the Nayot neighborhood of Jerusalem. It is located in the Valley of the Cross, below the Israel Museum and the Knesset.
~1700 ftSW
Park
Valley of the Cross, Jerusalem
9 min walk • The Valley of the Cross is a valley in western Jerusalem, named after the Monastery of the Cross which is located in the valley. The monastery was built in the 11th century, during the reign of King Bagrat IV by the Georgian monk Prochorus the Iberian.
0.4 miNW
Park, Garden
Wohl Rose Park, Jerusalem
11 min walk • Wohl Rose Park is a public garden in Givat Ram, Jerusalem, located opposite the Knesset and government precinct, at the foot of the Israeli Supreme Court. The park was established in 1981. Over 400 varieties of roses are grown there, many of them gifts from countries around the world. The Wohl Rose Park covers 19 acres.
0.4 miE
Religious complex with guided tours
Great Synagogue, Jerusalem
10 min walk • The Great Synagogue of Jerusalem, is located at 56 King George Street, Jerusalem, Israel. Rabbi Zalman Druck was the spiritual leader from the synagogue's establishment until his death on 11 December 2009.
0.4 miSW
Museum
Information Center for Israeli Art, Jerusalem
12 min walk • The Information Center for Israeli Art is the largest collection of primary resources documenting the history of the Israeli art in Israel. Over 12,000 artists files are housed in the Center in the Israel Museum, Jerusalem.
0.4 miE
Museum, History museum
Heichal Shlomo, Jerusalem
11 min walk • Heichal Shlomo is the former seat of the Chief Rabbinate of Israel. It is located adjacent to the Great Synagogue on King George Street, Jerusalem, opposite the Leonardo Plaza Hotel.
~1600 ftSE
Cemetery
Jason's Tomb, Jerusalem
8 min walk • Jason's Tomb is a rock-cut tomb dating to the first century BCE in the Hasmonean period, discovered in the Rehavia neighborhood in Jerusalem, Israel.
~1750 ftNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Gerard Behar Center, Jerusalem
9 min walk • Gerard Behar Center is a major arts centre in Jerusalem, Israel, for independent theatre, dance, and musical productions, children's shows, art exhibitions, artist workshops, and festivals. In 2010 the center hosted over 900 events with attendance in excess of 263,600 participants.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kiryat Wolfson?

Nearby attractions include Sha'arei Hesed, Jerusalem (4 min walk), Rehavia, Jerusalem (5 min walk), Geula, Jerusalem (6 min walk), Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem, Jerusalem (7 min walk).

How to get to Kiryat Wolfson by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kiryat Wolfson:

Train

Jerusalem - Yitzhak Navon (23 min walk)

Bus

Jerusalem Central Bus Station (25 min walk)
Yaffo Gate/Yafo • Lines: 231 (25 min walk)