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The Colony: An American Dream in Jerusalem

A tour of the Al-Zahra neighborhood with a visit to the American Colony

Some Important Details

  • תאריכון

    Date and Time

    Hebrew only:

    Tuesday, 13/10; Wednesday, 28/10 | 10:00am–1:00pm

  • מחיר

    Cost

    110 NIS
    Senior citizens: 100 NIS

  • Difficulty Level & Accessibility

    The tour is not accessible
    Difficulty Level: Easy

  • מדריך

    Guide

    Shelly Eshkoly

At the edge of the Al-Zahra neighborhood, east of the wall that once divided Jerusalem, stand elegant townhouses and grand mansions alongside vibrant streets, cultural institutions, and business centers. On this unique tour into the heart of the neighborhood, we will explore the mayor’s house, the famous Orient House, pass by the courthouses, and uncover the secrets of one of the city’s most beautiful landmarks: the American Colony Hotel. Learn about the drama that accompanied its founders all the way from Chicago to the edge of Jerusalem, and the complexities that surround it today.

Meeting Point: Entrance plaza outside the Olive Tree Hotel, near Shvut Israel Light Rail Station
End Point: American Colony Hotel / Shvut Israel Light Rail Station

Comfortable shoes recommended | Please arrive at the meeting point about 10 minutes before the tour begins.

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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