Lions' Gate, Jerusalem

Name: Lions' Gate
Address: Eastern entrance to Old City, Jerusalem, Israel

#178 among attractions in Jerusalem

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Lions' Gate, also St Stephen's Gate, is one of the Gates of the Old City of Jerusalem. It is one of seven open gates in the Old City walls. It is associated with the ancient Sheep Gate. ()

Local name: שער האריות Coordinates: 31°46'51"N, 35°14'13"E

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Eastern entrance to Old Cityהרובע המוסלמי‎ (hrwb hmwslmy)Jerusalem Israel

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Lions' Gate – 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.

~1080 ftS
Hilltop compound of religious sites
Temple Mount, Jerusalem
6 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...
~1140 ftSW
Islamic shrine housing Foundation Stone
Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem
6 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...
~1050 ftSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Eclectic architecture
Church of All Nations, Jerusalem
6 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.
~810 ftE
Revered tomb of the Virgin Mary
Tomb of the Virgin Mary, Jerusalem
4 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...
~380 ftNW
Archaeological site, Ruins, Church
Pool of Bethesda, Jerusalem
2 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...
~660 ftS
City gate
Golden Gate, Jerusalem
4 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...
~1060 ftSE
Russian-style church with golden cupolas
Church of Mary Magdalene, Jerusalem
6 min walk • 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.
~1110 ftSW
Temple
Solomon's Temple, Jerusalem
6 min walk • Solomon's Temple, also known as the First Temple, was the first Temple in Jerusalem, according to the Hebrew Bible. It was built during Solomon's reign over the United Kingdom of Israel and was fully constructed by c. 957 BCE.
~1120 ftSW
Temple
Dome of the Prophet, Jerusalem
6 min walk • The Dome of the Prophet, also known as the Dome of the Messenger and the Dome of Muhammed is a free-standing dome in the northern Al-Haram Al-Sharif in Jerusalem.
~1200 ftSW
Synagogue
Little Western Wall, Jerusalem
6 min walk • The Little Western Wall, also known as HaKotel HaKatan, the Small Kotel, and the Kleiner Koisel is a Jewish religious site located in the Muslim Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem near the Iron Gate to the Temple Mount.
~1100 ftW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Natural history museum
Church of Ecce Homo, Jerusalem
6 min walk • The Convent of the Sisters of Zion is a Roman Catholic convent of the Congregation of Notre-Dame de Sion, located near the eastern end of the Via Dolorosa in the Old City of Jerusalem. The convent was built in 1857 by Marie-Alphonse Ratisbonne.

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Which popular attractions are close to Lions' Gate?

Nearby attractions include Church of Saint Anne, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Bab Al-Asbat Minaret, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Birket Israel, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Pool of Bethesda, Jerusalem (2 min walk).

How to get to Lions' Gate by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lions' Gate:

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To go to jordan (10 min walk)
HaNevi'im Terminal • Lines: 231 (13 min walk)