Tombs of the Kings, Jerusalem

Name: Tombs of the Kings
Address: Saladin Street, Jerusalem, Israel

#201 among attractions in Jerusalem

Archaeological site, Historical place, Cemetery

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The Tombs of the Kings are a rock-cut funerary complex in East Jerusalem believed to be the burial site of Queen Helene of Adiabene, hence: Helena's Monuments. The tombs are located 820 meters north of Jerusalem's Old City walls in the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood ()

Local name: קברי המלכים Coordinates: 31°47'19"N, 35°13'45"E

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Saladin Streetאמריקן קולוני (mryqn qwlwny)Jerusalem Israel

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Tombs of the Kings – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ben Yehuda Street, Mamilla Mall, Zedekiah's Cave, Damascus Gate.

0.8 miSW
Street, Shopping district, Shopping
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0.8 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
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0.4 miS
Ancient subterranean quarry with tours
Zedekiah's Cave, Jerusalem
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0.5 miS
Entrance to the Old City of Jerusalem
Damascus Gate, Jerusalem
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Trove of Israeli antiques and artifacts
Rockefeller Archeological Museum, Jerusalem
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~1680 ftS
Pilgrimage site with tomb and gardens
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~1370 ftS
Church
Church of Saint Thomas, Jerusalem
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~1130 ftSW
Museum, Art museum
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0.7 miSW
Exhibits in an artist's former home
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~220 ftS
Church
St. George's Cathedral, Jerusalem
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0.5 miSE
Arch
Herod's Gate, Jerusalem
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tombs of the Kings?

Nearby attractions include Palestinian National Theatre, Jerusalem (1 min walk), St. George's Cathedral, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Nablus Road, Jerusalem (3 min walk), American Colony, Jerusalem (4 min walk).

How to get to Tombs of the Kings by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tombs of the Kings:

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Damascus gate bus station (8 min walk)
Green Palestinian Bus Station (9 min walk)