The Majestic Mount of Olives: A Historical Ridge in Jerusalem

Getting There

• Walking from the Old City

  Start at the Jaffa Gate, which is one of the main entrances to the Old City of Jerusalem. From Jaffa Gate, head west on Sultan Suleiman Street. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with the Ben Yehuda pedestrian mall. Turn left onto Ben Yehuda Street and walk until you reach the intersection with King George Street. Turn right onto King George Street. Walk straight until you reach the intersection with Agron Street, then turn left onto Agron Street. Continue walking until you reach the end of Agron Street, where it intersects with Hillel Street. Turn right onto Hillel Street and follow it until you see signs for Mount of Olives. You will see the Mount of Olives in the distance. Continue walking towards the Mount, following the paths and signs that indicate the way.

• Public Transport - Bus

  From the Old City, make your way to the Damascus Gate. Here, you will find a bus stop for public transport. Take bus number 75 or 77 towards the Mount of Olives. The bus will take you up the hill, and you will disembark at the Mount of Olives stop. Make sure to check the bus schedule and routes, as they may change. Once you get off the bus, you can follow the signs leading to the main sites at the Mount of Olives, such as the Church of All Nations and the Garden of Gethsemane.

• Walking from the Garden of Gethsemane

  If you are at the Garden of Gethsemane, which is located at the foot of the Mount of Olives, you can walk up the slope towards the summit. Follow the path that leads you through the olive trees, and you will reach the top of the Mount of Olives in approximately 15-20 minutes. As you ascend, you will be able to enjoy views of the Old City of Jerusalem and the surrounding area.