Unique Ideas from Local Vendors
Workshops, tours, events & activities for all the family
in Jerusalem!
“Meals for Heroes” Pizza-Making Experience! This unique hands-on activity is your chance to roll up your sleeves, craft delicious pizzas from scratch, and package them up with love. The best part? You’ll personally deliver these fresh, hot meals to Israel’s incredible Chayalim (soldiers) who work tirelessly to keep us safe every day. This experience is […]
Get ready for a really exciting experience as you learn about the art of Glass Blowing and Flame Working from Yael, a Bezalel graduate.
Enjoy a workshop at the Hadara Ceramics Studio in the German Colony. Great for kids, teens and adults. All experience levels are welcome.
Enjoy a unique jeeping trip throughout Israel and in the Jerusalem area – a real “havaya Israelity” (Israeli experience) Od yishama Be’Harei Yehuda – The Jerusalem Mountains Tour: (in a closed jeep that seats 6-8) Tour the beautiful nature of the Judaean mountains between ranges and riverbeds, visit ancient ruins, cross roads and witness agricultural […]
Create and paint your own unique and functional art out of clay hewn from the Land of Israel. Kiyor Studio, located just across from the main entrance to Machane Yehuda Market, offers unique ceramic workshops. Bring home a piece of the Holy Land, along with the spiritual sparks embedded within it. Paint Your Own Artisanal […]
The new YMCA Sports Center named after Philanthropist Sylvan Adams, is the largest of its kind in the Middle East, offering a wide range of athletic activities in a bright, spacious complex. The center features a half-Olympic pool, multiple studios, basketball courts, and a two-story fitness room equipped with the latest training technology—including touchscreen programs […]
Great Family Activity - Participate in an actual excavation in underground caves from the time of the Maccabees and tour through the ancient subterranean city of Maresha. Excavations are done at the Hellenistic or Second Temple Period.
The Jerusalem International YMCA is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, blending stunning 1930s architecture with a spirit of unity and peace. Located across from the King David Hotel, it welcomes visitors from around the world to enjoy guided tours, concerts, exhibitions, and breathtaking views from its historic bell tower. The YMCA’s lush gardens, […]
David and Devorah Katz, founders of Pat BaMelach, have started a new venture called Meshek48. Based on Kibbutz Rosh Tzurim, their new space runs workshops, chef meals and family events. The space is also open to artists and artisans focusing in on the worlds of food, arts and culture. Regular Workshops Bedazzled Focaccia Workshop This […]
Robby Berman is a tour guide, journalist and stand-up comedian who loves teaching and guiding. He has a special affinity for children and makes sure that they stay engaged and entertained throughout the tour. He lived in Jerusalem for more than 30 years and knows areas and sites in Jerusalem that even most Jerusalemites don’t know. […]
Salomé Maarek, is a graduate of both the École Duperré and the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem. Inheriting a legacy of craftsmanship from her grandfather, she has developed a groundbreaking technique that fuses raw minerals sourced from the land of Israel directly into her jewelry. Through her travels across Israel, Salomé carefully […]
The Pina Chama which can be translated as “Warm Corner” is an incredible place in Gush Etzion where soldiers can come in and have a hot drink, cold drink or a snack. The Pina Chama is run by volunteers from the Gush Etzion area. It was founded in the memory of Dr. Shmuel Gillis and […]
Hanukkah is just around the corner and Jerusalem is gearing up to celebrate this great holiday with local families and tourists. Don’t let the planning stress you out. We’ve done the work for you! Check out the full list of Hanukkah events and activities here. Here are some fun family highlights, to give you a […]
Jewelry of Hope – Yvel Design Center As we prepare for Hanukkah, this beautiful story perfectly captures the unbreakable Israeli spirit —where art, Zionism, and human hope unite. At Fun In Jerusalem, we absolutely love sharing this, and we hope it convinces you to come check out the factory tour for yourself! Yvel Jewlery Design […]
What can you buy this Hanukkah for someone who has everything? We are here to help you with some creative gift ideas…..gift cards for unique “Fun In Jerusalem” experiences and some yummy treats! Here are some of our favorite ideas for families living in or planning to visit Israel. Our “FUN FAVORITE” Gift site – […]
At Fun In Jerusalem we are privileged to work with some truly amazing & inspiring people! In honor of International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate a few of the incredible women, from all over the world, who have founded their own businesses and are helping to shape the tourist industry in-and-around Jerusalem. These women […]
Are you looking for a unique technology-based bar or bat mitzvah project that is fun and rewarding? Are your kids interested in innovation, engineering, design and technology? Do they love new challenges? Zomet, the Gush-based high-tech Institute which specializes in creating technology designed to meet halacha, has just launched a special technology workshop, ideal for […]
What decisions should you make at the beginning of the party planning process in Jerusalem? 1. DO YOU WANT A KOTEL EXPERIENCE Plan for a Monday or Thursday religious ceremony at the Kotel. Party planners can help you arrange chairs, Torah, and some shade. There are many options for hosting a breakfast after the Kotel or […]
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