Downtown Triangle Travel Guide
Jerusalem
Visit Downtown Triangle
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.
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.
Ben Yehuda Street
During your visit to Jerusalem, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Israel Museum
Browse the exhibits at this large museum, which hosts valuable art collections as well as precious historical artifacts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
Things to do
Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Jerusalem
Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko Day Tour from Jerusalem
Jerusalem Full Day Tour from Tel Aviv
Top hotels in Downtown Triangle
Zion Hotel
Was centrally located
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
ibis Styles Jerusalem City Center - An AccorHotels Brand
The rooms could be a little cleaner.. There are plenty of shops and places to eat a very nearby. The train also runs on the street. The breakfast is expensive at Ibis. Usually went to a shop for coffee and pastry nearby. The hotel is on Jaffa Street very convenient to get two things. 15 minute walk ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
City Center Jerusalem
It was hard to find due to all the construction and noise.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Arthur Hotel - an Atlas Boutique Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
Hotel was pretty good but noise and cleanliness were affected by light rail construction in the street, not their fault, and of course, personell presence might have been affected by war-time absences. This is still our favorite hotel in Jerusalem. Food is still the best. Rooms are the most comfortable ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Inbal Jerusalem
Great, clean hotel, with easy parking and close to everything.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Triangle
Jerusalem City Centre
Unique features of Jerusalem City Centre include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Ben Yehuda Street or French Square while you're exploring the area.
Mamilla
If you're spending some time in Mamilla, Ben Yehuda Street and Mamilla Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Mea She'arim
Mea She'arim is well liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Jerusalem area, you might plan a trip to Ben Yehuda Street or Notre Dame of Jerusalem Center.
Nachlaot
While visiting Nachlaot, you might make a stop by sights like Machane Yehuda Market and Ben Yehuda Street.
Mahane Israel
While Mahane Israel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like French Square and Mamilla Mall.
Rehavia
While visiting Rehavia, you might make a stop by sights like French Square and Ben Yehuda Street.
