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Selichot in the Old City - In English

Nighttime Selichot tour from the Tower of David to the Western Wall

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Some important details

  • תאריכון

    Date and time

    English only:

    Tuesday, September 15 | 9:30pm-11:30pm

  • מחיר

    Cost

    55 NIS
    Senior citizens: 45 NIS

  • Difficulty and Accessibility

    Not accessible
    Difficulty Level: Easy

  • מדריך

    Guide

    Tower of David Jerusalem Museum staff

Take a tour in the spirit of Selichot. Begin at the Tower of David, where the new museum meets the Old City. Then continue to the Western Wall.

The tour includes entrance to the Tower of David Jerusalem Museum and its new galleries. We will also ascend to the observation point and admire the Old City lights. From there, we will walk through the Jewish Quarter to the Western Wall.

*After the tour, those who wish may remain at the Western Wall. They can then attend the public Selichot prayers independently.

Meeting point: The Angelina Drahi Entrance Pavilion at the western entrance to the Tower of David, across from the Mamilla Mall
End point: Western Wall Lookout.

The main portion of the tour takes place within the Tower of David Jerusalem Museum. Arriving to he Jewish Quarter and entrance to the Western Wall is towards the end of the tour. Does not include entrance to synagogues.
Please note: The public Selichot prayers at the Western Wall begin at 12:30 am.

During these dates, large crowds are expected in the area of the Old City and adjacent parking lots. Please plan accordingly.

Advance registration required | Comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing are recommended

Photo: Hanna Taieb

Tickets purchased on the website can be canceled, provided the cancellation is made no later than 4 business days before the scheduled activity. Cancellations will only be accepted in writing via email at [email protected]

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