Fun In Jerusalem

The City of David

Come and discover the ancient City of David this summer with your whole family. Archeological digs for the whole family, Mount of Olives 4×4 Ranger Tours, Tour the Hasmonian Aquaduct, and older kids can enjoy the segway tours of Armon Hanetziv. Visit The City of David for more information.  

Chutzot Hayotzer August 3-15, 2009

The Jerusalem Art Festival will take place in the Sultan’s Pool area from August 3-15. It is open every evening from 6pm-11:00pm. Artists from all over Israel and around the world participate in this festival displaying artwork, pottery, jewelry, furniture and more. Adult 50 NIS Child 5-12 30 NIS. Make sure to ask for a Yerushalmi Discount (Adult 40 NIS) if you are a local. The festival includes concerts throughout the week. Childrens activities include a Treasure Island, Enchanted Forest and Gingerbread House.

International Festival of Puppet Theater August 9-14, 2009

This yearly event takes place this year on August 9-14th. The Festival includes performances for children as well as adults and the launch of a new book, “Fairy Tales Dinner.” The Festival uses the Train Theater, Khan Theater, The Lab, Jerusalem Theater and the Gan Hapaamon Bell Amptheater. Events include puppet shows, hand shadow shows, and a variety of tours and performances. Ticket Prices and Info. 

Children’s Movie Festival at the Jerusalem Cinemateque August 18-20, 2009

The Jerusalem Cinemateque is hosting a festival of childrens movies, workshops and events.   

Islamic Museum of Art

Wonderful Arts & Crafts workshops will take place throughout August from 10:00am-3:00pm. Workshops include sword and shield making, jewlery, drawing, creating boxes, bags and designing musical instruments and clocks. Costs range from 15 NIS- 25NIS. For more details of the museum and a picture of the workshop click here.

Israel Museum

The entire month of August the museum is open for FREE for children. Look through our calendar to find fun workshops and events happening at the museum. Dont miss the annual Kite Flying Festival on August 18, 2009

Caricature Exhibit & Night Spectacular at the Tower of David

An impressive collection of work from over 50 Israeli caricature and sketch artists. Inspired by daily life, sporting events, Jerusalem public figures in this complex and special city.  A humorous guided tour of the exhibit for kids ages 6+ and their parents is available through August 22, 2009. Tours are on Wed, Thurs at 3:30pm and 4:30pm and Friday at 10:30am or 12:30. Tour is 35 NIS per child and 25 NIS for accompanying adult. Reservations required 02-626-5333.

Night Spectacular Light and Sound Show (45 min) at the Tower of David. Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs and Sat at 8pm, 9pm and 10:15pm. Adults 50 NIS and Child 40 NIS. For details call 02-626-5333.

Bible Lands Family Fun August 9th-27th

Follow costumed actors on a guided tour through the treasures of the Museum, as they bring to life your favorite Bible characters. Includes creative workshops and is ideal for kids ages 5-9 and their parents. Sun-Thurs Aug 9-27 from 10:30am-12:30pm. See our calendar for a complete listing of events. Advanced Registartion Required.

Ein Yael “The Living Museum”

Ein Yael is a wonderful place to take your kids to teach them about the Jerusalem of many years ago. They can learn how to press olive oil, make leather sandals, make wine etc. The museum is usually only open to school groups during the year so take advantage of the summer hours open to the public. This Summer 2009 enjoy weaving, pottery, frescoes, treading on grapes, milking goats, bake pita, and learn archery and fencing techniques. Exciting tours of the archaeological site and along the reconstructed Roman Rd. For details call 02-645-1866. 

Sun-Thurs 10:00am-6:00pm

Friday 10:00am-4:00pm

Jazz at the Zoo

Every Monday and Thursday from 4:30pm-7:00pm there will a jazz performance for the whole family at the Biblical Zoo. Please call the zoo for a detailed list of the performers. 02-675-0111.  “Smart at Night” a night tour in Hebrew of animal behavior including bats, hedgehogs, owls…Age 5+ 8:15pm-11:00pm, 45 NIS (40 NIS for members) Reservations 02-675-0104.

Bloomfield Science Museum

“Waterworks” Learn, have fun, sail, go with the flow and get wet at the Bloomfield Science Museum Water Exhibit this August. The museum is filled with fun interactive exhibits for children of all ages. There is also a special multimedia show in Hebrew called “Splash” each day. Tickets are an additional 15 NIS and the show is 30 min. Call for show times. 02-654-4888. 

The Butterfly House

Bring the whole family to the Botanical Gardens in Givat Ram to see the special Butterfly exhibit. Learn about the special role of the butterfly and how we can help keep them in our surroundings. Learn about the butterfly’s lifecycle, enjoy butterfly arts and crafts and come to hear special stories. For more info 02-679-4012. Directions: Take Rechov Herzog and pass the intersection for Nayot. Take the next right turn off Herzog and follow the signs.

Prices: 35NIS Adult, 25NIS Child Including the art workshop. 15 NIS with Yerushalmi Card

Hours: Sun-Thurs 10:00am-5:00pm, Friday 10:00am-3:00pm

After the event you can enjoy a delicious meal at the milk restaurant Caffit in the gardens. Make sure to bring your www.eluna.com coupon for 10%

Tim Tam Mischakiya

On the roof of Hadar Mall in Talpiot you will find a Tim Tam Gymboree. The area is covered and has a few fans blowing to keep the temperature down. The Mischakiya has two jumpy castles, a water slide and a blow up obstacle course. They also have a variety of gymboree areas. It is ideal for ages 1.5-8 but we did see older kids enjoying the water slide. Bring drinks with you because they only sell ice cream there. 20 NIS enterance fee.