Market & Food Tour

Taste of tradition

food tour jerusalem
food tour jerusalem
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Price for up to 6 ppl

230 $

2h

What does sabich, a traditional Jewish Iraqi sandwich have to do with Shabbat? How does a poor family neighbourhood become a popular neighbourhood for young singles?
On this tour, we’ll experience the essence of this city through the incredible dishes of the famous Mahane Yehuda Market.

• The tour begins at the charming Nachlaot neighborhood.

• Walking through its alleyways, we’ll uncover the stories of early Jerusalemite communities and learn about the development of this historic area.

• Next is the bustling Mahane Yehuda Market, where you’ll be immersed in the vibrant colors and aromatic smells of coffee, spices, and local delicacies.

• As we explore the market, you’ll visit various stalls and sample local dishes: from Sabich and Khachapuri, to Kubbeh, sweet pastries, and aromatic spices.

Each bite tells the story of Jerusalem’s diverse heritage. This tour highlights Jerusalem’s unique culinary influences—from ancient biblical recipes to flavours introduced by Jewish communities from all over the world.

By the end of this tour

You’ll have tasted dishes from around the world, brought to Jerusalem by Jewish communities from diverse origins. You’ll have witnessed the stories of those who transformed Jerusalem’s food scene.

 

    • Comfortable walking shoes.

    • Water bottle

    • Hat, Sunscreen, sunglasses.

    • light cover-up for holy sites

    • Camera / smartphone

    • Cash

  • To reserve your tour, simply reach out through the contact form or email.

    Site entrance fees are not included in the tour price. These will be calculated at the time of booking, based on the number of participants and the specific sites you’d like to visit.

    I recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance, especially during busy seasons, to secure your preferred date.

    A deposit through PayPal may be required to confirm your booking, with the remaining balance due on the day of the tour.

  • Your flexibility is important to me.
    Here’s how cancellations are handled:

    • Cancellations made up to 8 days before the tour will receive a full deposit refund.

    • Cancellations within 7 days before the tour the deposit is non- refundable.