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History, landmarks, food and walking routes for each area.

The Muslim QuarterOld City

The Muslim Quarter

Markets, madrasas and the busiest lanes of the Old City.

2-hour walk
The Christian QuarterOld City

The Christian Quarter

Churches, monasteries and workshops around the historic heart.

90-minute walk
The Armenian QuarterOld City

The Armenian Quarter

Quiet streets, ceramics and one of the city's oldest communities.

1-hour walk
Mount of OlivesEast

Mount of Olives

Panoramic views, ancient paths and sunset over the Old City.

2-hour walk
Bab al-Zahra & Wadi al-JozNorth

Bab al-Zahra & Wadi al-Joz

Cafés, bookshops and historic homes just outside the walls.

90-minute walk
The Rooftop RouteRooftops

The Rooftop Route

A different perspective on the Old City from above.

1-hour walk
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Most routes are, though Old City lanes include stairs and uneven stone.

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