A Journey Through Time at Yohanan Ben Zachai Synagogue

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from the Old City of Jerusalem, exit through the Jaffa Gate. Once outside, turn left and walk along the main street, Hillel Street. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with King George Street. Turn right onto King George Street and continue walking until you reach the bus stop at the intersection with Ben Yehuda Street. From there, catch bus number 6 or 30, which will take you towards the neighborhood of Nachlaot. Get off at the 'Yehuda HaLevi' stop. Walk back a short distance to find the Yohanan Ben Zachai Synagogue located on the corner of the street.

• Public Transit

  From the Central Bus Station in Jerusalem, exit and head to the bus terminal. Look for buses that head towards the city center, such as bus numbers 1, 7, or 78. Take any of these buses to the stop 'Kikar Zion'. From Kikar Zion, walk north along Jaffa Street until you reach the intersection with Hillel Street. Turn right onto Hillel Street and continue until you reach King George Street. At the intersection with King George Street, take a left and walk to the 'Yehuda HaLevi' stop to find the synagogue nearby.

• Tram

  If you are near the light rail tram station, board the tram heading towards 'Hadar Mall'. Get off at the 'City Hall' station. From there, head east on King George Street, and after a few blocks, turn left onto Hillel Street. You will find the Yohanan Ben Zachai Synagogue just a short walk ahead at the corner of the street.