Church of Mary Magdalene, Jerusalem

Name: Church of Mary Magdalene
Address: Jerusalem, Israel

#55 among attractions in Jerusalem

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The Church of Mary Magdalene is an Orthodox Christian church located on the Mount of Olives, directly across the Kidron Valley from the Temple Mount and near the Garden of Gethsemane in Jerusalem. ()

Local name: כנסיית מריה מגדלנה Completed: 1888 (136 years ago)Coordinates: 31°46'47"N, 35°14'24"E

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א-טור (-twr)Jerusalem Israel

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Church of Mary Magdalene – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Temple Mount, Dome of the Rock, Church of All Nations, Tomb of the Virgin Mary.

~1430 ftSW
Hilltop compound of religious sites
Temple Mount, Jerusalem
7 min walk • The Temple Mount, a site of profound historical and religious significance, stands prominently in the Old City of Jerusalem, Israel. This ancient elevated platform, revered by Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike, has been a focal point of worship and conflict for...
~1570 ftW
Islamic shrine housing Foundation Stone
Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem
8 min walk • The Dome of the Rock, an iconic shrine located in the heart of Jerusalem, is a revered landmark that holds profound significance for both the city and the world. This stunning piece of architecture, completed in 691 CE, is not only one of the oldest Islamic structures...
~120 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Eclectic architecture
Church of All Nations, Jerusalem
1 min walk • Nestled at the foot of the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, the Church of All Nations stands as a testament to the city's rich religious history. Also known as the Basilica of the Agony, this church is a significant site for Christian pilgrims from around the world.
~360 ftNW
Revered tomb of the Virgin Mary
Tomb of the Virgin Mary, Jerusalem
2 min walk • Nestled at the foot of the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, the Tomb of the Virgin Mary is a site of deep historical and religious significance. This revered location, often simply referred to as the Church of the Sepulchre of Saint Mary, is believed by many Christian...
~830 ftSE
Catholic sanctuary church built in 1955
Dominus Flevit Church, Jerusalem
5 min walk • Nestled on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, the Dominus Flevit Church stands as a significant site of Christian pilgrimage, commemorating the biblical event where Jesus wept over the future destruction of Jerusalem. This modern sanctuary, shaped like a teardrop...
~1420 ftNW
Archaeological site, Ruins, Church
Pool of Bethesda, Jerusalem
7 min walk • Nestled within the storied city of Jerusalem, the Pool of Bethesda stands as a testament to millennia of history, both sacred and secular. This archaeological site, once a place of healing and miracle according to Christian tradition, has attracted pilgrims...
~1630 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Church of the Pater Noster, Jerusalem
8 min walk • Perched on the Mount of Olives in the holy city of Jerusalem, the Church of the Pater Noster stands as a serene testament to the Christian faith. This sacred site is revered as the place where Jesus taught his disciples the Lord's Prayer, known as "Pater Noster" in...
~930 ftW
City gate
Golden Gate, Jerusalem
5 min walk • The Golden Gate, known in Hebrew as Sha'ar Harachamim (Gate of Mercy), is a storied city gate that stands as a testament to the ancient and religious history of Jerusalem, Israel. This eastern gate, situated in the historic walls surrounding the Old City, is the oldest...
~910 ftS
1st-century CE tomb cut from the rock
Tomb of Absalom, Jerusalem
5 min walk • Nestled in the Kidron Valley, on the eastern side of the Old City of Jerusalem, the Tomb of Absalom stands as a testament to the city's ancient history. This monumental tomb, carved out of the solid rock face, is traditionally attributed to Absalom, the rebellious son...
~1060 ftS
Cemetery
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery, Jerusalem
6 min walk • The Jewish Cemetery on the Mount of Olives is the oldest and most important Jewish cemetery in Jerusalem. It is approximately five centuries old, having been first leased from the Jerusalem Islamic Waqf in the sixteenth century.
~1570 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Chapel of the Ascension, Jerusalem
8 min walk • The Chapel of the Ascension is a chapel and shrine located on the Mount of Olives, in the At-Tur district of Jerusalem.

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Which popular attractions are close to Church of Mary Magdalene?

Nearby attractions include Church of All Nations, Jerusalem (1 min walk), Valley of Josaphat, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Tomb of the Virgin Mary, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Dominus Flevit Church, Jerusalem (5 min walk).

How to get to Church of Mary Magdalene by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of Mary Magdalene:

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To go to jordan (15 min walk)
HaNevi'im Terminal • Lines: 231 (18 min walk)