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Workshops, tours, events & activities for all the family
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.
Kakadu Art Workshops are run by Reut Shahar and she invites you into her studio and introduces you to her craft. Hands on family experience.
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. […]
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 […]
Caliber 3 is the leading Counter Terror, Defense & Security Training Academy in Israel and the world. Summer Sleepaway Military Boot Camp for Teens Since 2015, many teens have transformed their summers and lives at Caliber 3’s Summer sleepaway Military Boot camp. It’s an experience of a lifetime! The camp instills a love for the Land of […]
Gush Etzion is known as the southern gateway to Jerusalem, this strategic area comprises the block of communities that defended the southern approach to Jerusalem against the invading armies in the 1948 Israel War of Independence. It’s just a 25 minute drive from Jerusalem through the new tunnels road, and is made up of 20 […]
"Behind the Scenes Sofer Tour". Take a hands-on tour for families and groups as you learn all about the fascinating world of Safrut (scribal arts)
Adventures at Bikurei Shiloh Meet the family who planted the first vineyard in Samaria in 2000 years! Era and Orit Rapaport had a dream to discover the ancient biblical town of Shiloh and rebuild it again. Meet the farmer and hear stories about Jewish farming and foundation of Shiloh Make an healthy tea set from […]
Come to the "Zomet Halachic Science Center" and find out how rabbis and engineers solve techno-halachic problems. For example: How does the metal detector at the Kotel work? How do doctors write their notes on Shabbat? How does a Shabbat elevator work? How does a Shabbat wheelchair work?
Enjoy a workshop at the Hadara Ceramics Studio in the German Colony. Great for kids, teens and adults. All experience levels are welcome.
Step inside a real Judaica art workshop and enjoy a hands on workshop where you can learn to cut, sand and varnish wood into a Judaica creation.
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 […]
Things are very different in Israel this Pesach. The usual pre-Pesach excitement is subdued as we pray for the safe return of our hostages and an end to the war. But Spring is in the air and the city remains upbeat and committed to hosting special events, activities, concerts and shows throughout the Holiday. There’s […]
If you have decided to come to Israel for Winter Break or Yeshiva Week, we want to say THANK YOU for your support during this difficult time. Fun In Jerusalem has been working throughout the War to support our incredible tourism vendors and to help promote volunteer opportunities for locals and tourists. We have compiled […]
Hanukkah is just around the corner. 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. For local families, Hanukkah is our winter vacation so it is our chance to spend quality time with our kids who are off of school […]
Updated: May 25, 2025 Jerusalem Day is an exciting time to be in Jerusalem celebrating Israel’s victory in 1967 when the city was liberated & reunified. It will be celebrated this year on Sunday May 25 – Monday May 26. Parents have lots of fun ways they can prepare their kids for this momentous event. […]
Blog post updated May 2025 How do you find the right camp for your child? Our summer FUN Camps Guide makes planning your summer easier. Each of the camps is listed with its’ pricing, session dates, description and photos. Look out for the videos because they really give you a feel for the camp excitement. […]
The State of Israel goes from a somber Yom Hazikaron Remembrance Day straight into celebrating Independence Day. It’s a very special time to be in Jerusalem and there are many events going on. But this year still feels very different and programs have been adapted to reflect the more sombre atmosphere across the country as […]
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