Unique Ideas from Local Vendors
Workshops, tours, events & activities for all the family
in Jerusalem!
Nurture your creative side at Nicole Friedman Studio! Come experience first-hand what the resin art hype is all about. With private and group workshops available, participants create color-bursting useable art You choose what to make… Resin bowls Serving platters Shabbat candle trays Challah boards Mezuzot and more Nicole guides her students and shares her prized […]
"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)
This unique new museum combines a love for Biblical History and nature by opening a window into life during Biblical times.
Dead Sea Bikes is the only local tourism company in the northern Dead Sea with a variety of options for special self-guided or guided tours. They Offer: Self-guided bike rides to the Salt Diamonds. Using an app you will reach all the interesting places yourself. Suitable for children of any age. Medium difficulty level. Bike […]
The Yvel Jewelry Factory & Visitors Center is a great place to visit to learn about jewelry making with pearls & precious stones. Visit their ancient wine cellar & Ethiopian Village.
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.
Jerusalem Ropes Course includes a rope ladder & snappling, swing, 80m Omega (zipline), and acrobatic rope walking. This is a great team building activity that uses physical and mental strengths to conquer the challenges.
The Hebron Tour is a unique, fun and inspirational tour in English, visiting Kever Rachel and Ma’arat HaMachpela – two of the top 10 most visited sites in Israel. The tour runs twice a week and is guided by Rav Simcha Hochbaum, whose incredible knowledge, energy and enthusiasm combine to ensure that this tour will […]
Love to paint? Your at the right place! Painting Workshops . Painting Classes. Paint kits. Painting Workshop Join Gita for a one off painting workshop. Bring your friends and family to create your private group. Because they’re for everyone — yes, even the person who ‘caaaan’t paint to save her life.’ She offers traditional step-by-step […]
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 […]
“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 […]
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 […]
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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