Join thousands of pilgrims who come up to Jerusalem every year, and come to the Western Wall – the remnant of our Temple and the source of the Jewish nation’s yearning and inspiration.
The Western Wall Prayer Plaza is open all day, every day of the year. Official state and private events are held here, including ceremonies for Memorial Day for IDF fallen soldiers, swearing-in ceremonies, prayer gatherings, and bar mitzvah events.
Advice for Visitors
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes for comfortable and safe walking in the Old City.
- “Mountain Air” – In the spring and autumn, Jerusalem can be chilly in the evening. Best to dress appropriately.
Public transportation
Private car
Carta Parking, at the entrance to the Old City near Jaffa Gate (hourly rate)
Mount Zion Parking – meant for buses only (free)
Special Occasions
Old City Train and Shuttles
Departure point – Karta Parking Lot B (the bus parking lot parallel to Yitzhak Kariv Street)
Destination- Goren Square near the Western Wall.
Free to The Old City
Free bus service from a special stop in the parking lot of the First Station to Dung Gate, every 20 minutes,
Sun, Tues, Wed. 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Mon and Thurs. 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Fri. and holiday eve. 8:00 a.m. until one hour before Shabbat
The shuttle leaves every 20 minutes
Handicapped-accessible shuttle leaves every hour on the hour
