Zion Gate, Jerusalem

Name: Zion Gate
Address: Jerusalem, Israel

#146 among attractions in Jerusalem

Monuments and statues, Historical place, Arch

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Zion Gate, also known in Arabic as Bab Harat al-Yahud or Bab an-Nabi Dawud, is one of the seven historic Gates of the Old City of Jerusalem. ()

Local name: שער ציון Coordinates: 31°46'22"N, 35°13'47"E

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הרובע הארמני‎ (hrwb hrmny)Jerusalem Israel

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Zion Gate – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mount Zion Cemetery, Hurva Synagogue, Cenacle, Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu.

~550 ftSW
Cemetery
Mount Zion Cemetery, Jerusalem
3 min walk • Mount Zion Cemetery, nestled in the ancient city of Jerusalem, Israel, is a historic site that has been the final resting place for many of the city's denizens over the centuries. This cemetery is not just a burial ground; it is a reflection of Jerusalem's diverse...
~1020 ftNE
Synagogue, Sacred and religious sites
Hurva Synagogue, Jerusalem
5 min walk • Nestled within the historic heart of Jerusalem's Old City, the Hurva Synagogue stands as a testament to the resilience and enduring spirit of the Jewish people. This storied synagogue, whose name translates to "The Ruin," has a history that is as layered as the city it...
~380 ftS
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Cenacle, Jerusalem
2 min walk • The Cenacle, also known as the Upper Room, is a site of profound historical and religious significance located in the city of Jerusalem, Israel. This ancient structure is traditionally believed to be the site of the Last Supper, where Jesus shared a final meal with his...
~1140 ftSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu, Jerusalem
6 min walk • The Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu is a significant religious site perched on the eastern slope of Mount Zion in Jerusalem, Israel. This church stands as a testament to a pivotal moment in Christian history: the site is traditionally believed to be the location of...
~600 ftN
Ornate sanctuary from the 12th century
St. James Cathedral, Jerusalem
3 min walk • St. James Cathedral, nestled within the ancient walls of Jerusalem's Armenian Quarter, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This historic church, an architectural gem, is dedicated to two Christian saints named James: James the Greater, one of...
~390 ftSW
Catholic basilica and abbey founded 1898
Abbey of the Dormition, Jerusalem
2 min walk • Abbey of the Dormition is a Catholic abbey belonging to the Benedictine Order in Jerusalem, on Mount Zion just outside the walls of the Old City near the Zion Gate. The Abbey is said to mark the spot where Mary, mother of Jesus, died.
~870 ftNE
Archaeological site
Cardo, Jerusalem
5 min walk • A cardo was a north–south street in Ancient Roman cities and military camps as an integral component of city planning. The cardo maximus, or most often the cardo, was the main or central north–south-oriented street.
~550 ftS
Museum, History museum
Chamber of the Holocaust, Jerusalem
3 min walk • Chamber of the Holocaust is a small Holocaust museum located on Mount Zion in Jerusalem, Israel. It was Israel's first Holocaust museum.
~880 ftNE
18th-century synagogue within a complex
Four Sephardic Synagogues, Jerusalem
5 min walk • The Four Sephardic Synagogues are located in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. They form a complex of four adjoining synagogues.
~1090 ftS
Archaeological site
Excavations, Jerusalem
6 min walk • A number of archaeological excavations at the Temple Mount—a celebrated and contentious religious site in the Old City of Jerusalem—have taken place over the last 150 years.
~1050 ftW
Archaeological site, Concert hall
Sultan's Pool, Jerusalem
6 min walk • The Sultan's Pool is an ancient water basin to the west side of Mount Zion, Jerusalem. The Sultan's Pool was part of the water supply network for Jerusalem from the late Second Temple period to the late Ottoman period.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Zion Gate?

Nearby attractions include Jerusalem Walls National Park, Jerusalem (1 min walk), Mardigian Armenian Museum, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Church of the Holy Archangels, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Cenacle, Jerusalem (2 min walk).

How to get to Zion Gate by public transport?

The nearest stations to Zion Gate:

Bus

Hativat Yerushalayim/Yitshak Kariv • Lines: 231 (6 min walk)
The Cinematheque/Hevron Road • Lines: 231 (8 min walk)