Hanukkah in Jerusalem Evening Tour

Hanukkah in Jerusalem Evening Tour Highlights

Enjoy the wintery atmosphere of Jerusalem at night as the picturesque city lights up to celebrate Hanukkah

Experience the history of the iconic Festival of Light in real time with an expert local tour guide

Tour the winding alleys of Nachlaot, one of Jerusalem’s oldest neighborhoods, with local residents’ Hanukkah candles lighting your way

Taste a piece of local culture: try authentic Hanukkah donuts, Sufganiyot and Sfenj, fresh from the famous outdoor market Machane Yehuda

Why we chose this tour

Our Hanukkah in Jerusalem Evening Tour is a unique opportunity to make memories on your upcoming trip to Israel while getting a glimpse of how locals celebrate this magical festival. You will experience the magic of Jerusalem in all its winter splendor. In 2022, Hanukkah overlaps with Christmas, and the Hanukkah in Jerusalem Evening Tour is available for two dates during the 8 day festival: on the evenings of the 22nd and 25th December in Jerusalem.

During the tour you will taste delicious traditional Hanukkah treats from Machane Yehuda, Jerusalem’s iconic outdoor shuk (marketplace). Then, take a journey through the charming alleyways of Jerusalem’s most interesting neighborhood, Nachlaot, with an expert guide, with local residents’ Hanukkah candles illuminating your way. End your tour by seeing Jerusalem’s biggest Christmas tree. This two hour tour is the perfect way to end a day in Jerusalem, which you can experience during this Jerusalem Highlights Day Tour. Make winter memories that last during your time in Israel and reserve your space now for this unforgettable cultural experience.

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Hanukkah in Jerusalem Evening Tour Itinerary

17:00 - Pick up from Jerusalem

Meet your guide at the Machane Yehuda Market

Guided Hanukkah Tour in Jerusalem

First, you will explore the famous Machane Yehuda outdoor food market as the sun sets.
You’ll get a taste of the local traditions by enjoying some Hanukkah donuts, Sufganiyot and Sfenj, which are baked fresh each day, from local vendors’ stalls in the marketplace.
See the communal Hanukkah candle lighting ceremony in the heart of the marketplace.
As it gets darker, your guide will take you on a journey through the winding alleyways of Nachlaot. A cross section of Orthodox Jews, young hipsters, and immigrants from all over the world, this is one of Jerusalem's oldest and most interesting neighborhoods.
Enjoy learning about this Jewish Festival of Light in the heart of the city. See how the locals celebrate Hanukkah.
Carry on through the picturesque Jerusalem city center and finish for a photo opportunity at the YMCA Christmas tree