Beit Safafa Travel Guide
Jerusalem
Visit Beit Safafa
Popular places to visit
Western Wall
This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight.
Machane Yehuda Market
Get a taste of Jerusalem’s everyday life at this bustling market, home to little stores and stalls by day and restaurants and bars by night.
Al-Aqsa Mosque
Part of the sacred Temple Mount site, this lead-domed structure is a fully functioning mosque. It is among the holiest sites in the Islamic world.
Mamilla Mall
During your trip to Jerusalem, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mamilla Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this family-friendly area.
Temple Mount
Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem.
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
This famous church stands at the site where, according to Christian belief, Jesus was killed, buried and later raised from the dead.
Things to do
Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Jerusalem
West-Bank Christian Full Day Tour
Masada and Dead Sea Day Tour from Jerusalem
Jerusalem in the Footsteps of Jesus Day Tour from Tel Aviv
Bethlehem and Jericho Day Tour from Jerusalem
Dead Sea Relaxation Day Tour from Jerusalem
Top hotels in Beit Safafa
The Inbal Jerusalem
Excellent service. Clean, fresh rooms. Friendly and warm.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
The beds were horrible could not sleep and the air-conditioning and the heating was on all the time it was either too hard or too cold. It will not turn off on automatic.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
Staff was very helpful and friendly , room was clean , wonderful amenities
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
Hatem in the dining hall was very kind and caring, friendly to everyone there. Excellent breakfast we look forward to every year, and enjoyed the sauna
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The David Citadel Jerusalem
A beautiful hotel in the heart of the city. I was allowed an early check-in and a late checkout. I was able to witness Shabbat and was in walking distance to all the beautiful treasures of our beautiful city.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
National Hotel Jerusalem
Good clean rooms close to the old city
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Beit Safafa
Katamon
Katamon might not have many top sights, but Jerusalem Botanical Gardens and Jerusalem Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Baka
Get to know Baka by checking out its restaurants, historical sites and gardens. Consider a visit to nearby sights like The First Station or Jerusalem Theater during your time in the area.
Emek Refaim
While visiting Emek Refaim, you might make a stop by sights like Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem.
German Colony
German Colony is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Natural History Jerusalem and Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center.
Bayit VeGan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bayit VeGan and surrounding area, you can visit Yad Vashem and National Library of Israel.
Talbieh
While Talbieh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jerusalem Theater and The First Station.
