Travel Guide to Mount of Olives Ascension Monastery

Getting There

• Walking

  Start at the Jaffa Gate, a central and well-known entrance to the Old City of Jerusalem. From Jaffa Gate, walk towards the New Gate and exit the Old City. Continue walking straight along the road until you reach the intersection with Hillel Street. Turn left onto Hillel Street and continue until you reach the intersection with King George Street. At King George Street, turn right. Follow King George Street until you reach the Zion Square area. From Zion Square, head towards the Mamilla Mall, which is located on your right. Continue walking through the mall until you reach the end, where you will find the entrance to the Yemin Moshe neighborhood. Go through Yemin Moshe, following the signs towards the Mount of Olives. As you walk, you will come to the main road leading to the Mount of Olives, where you will find a bus stop. From here, you can take the bus or continue walking up the hill towards the Mount of Olives. The Ascension Monastery is located at the top of the Mount of Olives, and you can ask locals for directions as you approach the monastery.

• Public Transport

  Begin at the Central Bus Station in Jerusalem. From the station, take bus number 75 or 77 that goes towards the Mount of Olives. The ride will take approximately 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic. Once you arrive at the Mount of Olives, you'll need to disembark at the stop for the Ascension Monastery. After getting off the bus, follow the signs directing you to the monastery. The path is well-marked, and the monastery is situated at the top of the hill, known for its scenic views of the Old City.