Emek Refaim Travel Guide
Jerusalem
Visit Emek Refaim
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.
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.
Ben Yehuda Street
During your visit to Jerusalem, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Things to do
Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem
Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Jerusalem
West-Bank Christian Full Day Tour
Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko Day Tour from Jerusalem
Top hotels in Emek Refaim
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
Beautiful spa and indoor pool. Rooms very comfortable and clean bathrooms No Netflix on tv but there are a few channels we could watch.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Villa Ba'Moshava - a Member of Brown Hotels
The Inbal Jerusalem
Best staff I’ve seen in years. So accommodating, generous, everyone’s friendly and went out of their way. Hotel is comfortable and well equipped
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
The Eldan Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
Other neighbourhoods around Emek Refaim
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.
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.
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 French Square.
Mishkenot Sha'ananim
Historical sites, restaurants and spas are some highlights of Mishkenot Sha'ananim. Make a stop by The First Station or Mount Zion while you're exploring.
Katamon
Katamon might not have many top sights, but Jerusalem Theater and Israel Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Rehavia
While visiting Rehavia, you might make a stop by sights like French Square and Ben Yehuda Street.
