in-and-around Jerusalem
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“Meals for Heroes” Pizza-Making Experience! This unique hands-on activity is your chance to roll up your sleeves, craft delicious pizzas from scratch, and package them up with love. The best part? You’ll personally deliver these fresh, hot meals to Israel’s incredible Chayalim (soldiers) who work tirelessly to keep us safe every day. This experience is […]
Enjoy a unique jeeping trip throughout Israel and in the Jerusalem area – a real “havaya Israelity” (Israeli experience) Od yishama Be’Harei Yehuda – The Jerusalem Mountains Tour: (in a closed jeep that seats 6-8) Tour the beautiful nature of the Judean mountains between ranges and riverbeds, visit ancient ruins, cross roads and witness agricultural […]
Enjoy an ancient experience at Eretz Bereshit when you are greeted by Eliezer and brought into the tent of Avraham. Be a part of the Biblical story when you ride a camel to the tent and partake in some light refreshments from the couple known for their hospitality.
Salomé Maarek, is a graduate of both the École Duperré and the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem. Inheriting a legacy of craftsmanship from her grandfather, she has developed a groundbreaking technique that fuses raw minerals sourced from the land of Israel directly into her jewelry. Through her travels across Israel, Salomé carefully […]
The Tisch Family Zoological Gardens in Jerusalem is one of the most beautiful and relaxing places in Jerusalem. The vast grounds and beautiful landscape along with the wide selection of animals make this a MUST SEE for kids and adults. The Zoo also has jazz events, juggling and workshops during school vacations throughout the year. […]
"Behind the Scenes Sofer Tour". Take a hands-on tour for families and groups as you learn all about the fascinating world of Safrut (scribal arts)
Roochie Sinai, a Glass Mosaic Artist in Jerusalem invites you to come into her new studio in the Artists Colony (Hutzot Hayotzer) and experience an exciting creative workshop filled with color. Glass Mosaic Art is made with a technique of taking broken glass and creating beautiful pieces of artwork. Roochie guides her guests into creating […]
Create amazing, unique projects using quality materials all in a relaxed atmosphere that will leave you feeling amazing!
The Pina Chama which can be translated as “Warm Corner” is an incredible place in Gush Etzion where soldiers can come in and have a hot drink, cold drink or a snack. The Pina Chama is run by volunteers from the Gush Etzion area. It was founded in the memory of Dr. Shmuel Gillis and […]
Debra Nussbaum Stepen is a licensed tour guide, who made Aliyah from LA in 2007. She made a new life for herself in Jerusalem and today specializing in boutique tours and walking tours of Jerusalem. Debra’s a self-confessed foodie who loves culinary and wine tourism! She can create an itinerary for you that is meaningful, […]
Dead Sea Bikes is the only local tourism company in the northern Dead Sea with a variety of options for special self-guided or guided tours. Dead Sea Bikes have a bunch of air conditioned / water based options too. They have Rider Trails at sunrise and sunset – a totally new concept in bike riding. […]
The aquarium takes you on a fascinating journey through the four seas of Israel; Mediterranean, Sea of Galilee, Dead Sea and Red Sea. All of the different seas have different aquatic life based on the different water.
Updated: May 14, 2026 Jerusalem Day is an exciting time to be in Jerusalem celebrating Israel’s victory in 1967 when the city was liberated & reunified. It will be celebrated this year on Thursday May 14 – Friday May 15. Parents have lots of fun ways they can prepare their kids for this momentous event. […]
The State of Israel goes from a somber Yom Hazikaron Remembrance Day straight into celebrating Independence Day. It’s a very special time to be in Jerusalem and there are many events going on. But this year still feels very different and programs have been adapted to reflect the more sombre atmosphere across the country as […]
If you have decided to come to Israel for Winter Break or Yeshiva Week, we want to say WELCOME BACK. Fun In Jerusalem has been working throughout the last two years to support our incredible tourism vendors and to help promote volunteer opportunities for locals and tourists. We have compiled a list of activities that […]
Hanukkah is just around the corner and Jerusalem is gearing up to celebrate this great holiday with local families and tourists. Don’t let the planning stress you out. We’ve done the work for you! Check out the full list of Hanukkah events and activities here. Here are some fun family highlights, to give you a […]
Jewelry of Hope – Yvel Design Center As we prepare for Hanukkah, this beautiful story perfectly captures the unbreakable Israeli spirit —where art, Zionism, and human hope unite. At Fun In Jerusalem, we absolutely love sharing this, and we hope it convinces you to come check out the factory tour for yourself! Yvel Jewlery Design […]
What can you buy this Hanukkah for someone who has everything? We are here to help you with some creative gift ideas…..gift cards for unique “Fun In Jerusalem” experiences and some yummy treats! Here are some of our favorite ideas for families living in or planning to visit Israel. Our “FUN FAVORITE” Gift site – […]
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