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Gheppeto’s (aka Rosh Bakir)

37 Pierre Kenig St (2nd Floor) #317, 077-456-0165

This workshop is a hidden gem in Talpiot. Gheppeto’s offers children a Do It Yourself, hands on woodworking experience. Children can choose from a large selection of kits including model airplanes, boats, mirrors, benches and wagons. Each kit comes with detailed instructions (English instructions will be available in the near future) and there are madrichim near by to help kids who get stuck along the way. There are a variety of paint options for the finished products. All activities are done with a parent and average 2 1/2 hrs and the workshop is open to the public on school holidays. Reservations are required.

During the school year Gheppeto’s offers chugim for children ages 4+. Some of the chugim require parents to accompany the child and some of the older chugim do not. For details on the chugim visit or Chugim post. Gheppeto’s is a wonderful place to make a private party for birthday party for your child. Call ahead to discuss rates.

Opening Hours on School Holidays: There are three sessions 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm

Price: 35 NIS Entrance fee + Price of Kit (ranges from 20 NIS-120 NIS)

Ages: Ideal for ages 5+, Ages 2-5 pay a reduced entrance fee and can paint on wood.

How To Get There:

By Car: Take Pierre Kenig into Talpiot until the round about in front of Hadar Mall. Make a left at the round about and go up the hill to the second parking lot on your right. Drive up the small hill into the parking and you will find Gheppeto’s also known as Rosh Bakir on the second floor next to Lechem Shel Tomer (you cant miss the amazing smell of fresh bread).

By Bus: 21