in-and-around Jerusalem
Loads of fun for all the family!
in Jerusalem!
The Yvel Jewelry Factory & Visitors Center is a great place to visit to learn about jewelry making with pearls & precious stones. Visit their ancient wine cellar & Ethiopian Village.
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.
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 […]
Step inside a real Judaica art workshop and enjoy a hands on workshop where you can learn to cut, sand and varnish wood into a Judaica creation.
Walk the paths of Ancient Shiloh, discover the Bible stories and the different periods among the stones and the fascinating archeological findings. Every great story starts in a specific place and ours starts here. This is the place where, starting from the time when Joshua Ben Nun led the Jewish People, the Tabernacle stood for […]
Ohr Meir & Bracha invites the public to volunteer in packing up food baskets for families affected by terror.
Challenge Tours can take kids and adults rappelling down the walls of the Old City or down the cliffs of Gei Ben Hinom. A truly unique Jerusalem experience.
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, […]
Looking for a fun day to spend with the kids or just adults? Take an organized EZ Raider or Bike Tour of the neighborhood with Smart Tour. EZ Raider Tours – Click here to book your tour with 5% discount! You may call it Rider but officially it’s known as an EZ Raider (designed and […]
"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)
The new YMCA Sports Center named after Philanthropist Sylvan Adams, is the largest of its kind in the Middle East, offering a wide range of athletic activities in a bright, spacious complex. The center features a half-Olympic pool, multiple studios, basketball courts, and a two-story fitness room equipped with the latest training technology—including touchscreen programs […]
Take the unique opportunity to ride horseback in the Jerusalem Hills at the Kind David stables!
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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