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Great Synagogue, Jerusalem

#110 among attractions in Jerusalem

Synagogue, Sacred and religious sites
Great Synagogue

Facts and practical information

Local name: בית הכנסת הגדול Completed: 1982 (42 years ago)Capacity: 1400Coordinates: 31°46'33"N, 35°12'60"E
Address

56 King George Streetנחלאות‎ (nhlwt)Jerusalem Israel

Contact
+972 2-623-0628
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Day trips

Great Synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ben Yehuda Street, Mamilla Mall, Mamilla Cemetery, Independence Park.

  • ben yehuda street jerusalem0.4 miN
  • mamilla mall jerusalem0.4 miE
  • mamilla cemetery jerusalem~1570 ftNE
  • independence park jerusalem~850 ftNE
  • jerusalem theatre0.5 miS
  • north africa jewish heritage center jerusalem~1570 ftE
  • friends of zion museum jerusalem~1920 ftNE
  • heichal shlomo jerusalem~130 ftE
  • jasons tomb jerusalem~1440 ftSW
  • gerard behar center jerusalem0.4 miNW
  • terra sancta chapel jerusalem~690 ftSE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Great Synagogue open?

Great Synagogue is open:
  • Monday 9 am - 1 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am - 1 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am - 1 pm
  • Thursday 9 am - 1 pm
  • Friday 9 am - 10:30 am
  • Saturday closed
  • Sunday 9 am - 1 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Great Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Heichal Shlomo, Jerusalem (1 min walk), Beit Avi Hai, Jerusalem (4 min walk), Terra Sancta Chapel, Jerusalem (4 min walk), Independence Park, Jerusalem (5 min walk).

How to get to Great Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Great Synagogue:

Bus
  • Yaffo Gate/Yafo • Lines: 231 (15 min walk)
  • Jaffa Gate (15 min walk)

Train
  • Jerusalem - Yitzhak Navon (30 min walk)

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