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Mount of Olives

The Mount of Olives is a ridge located east of the Old City of Jerusalem. Travelers visit this site for its historical and religious significance, as well as for the panoramic views it provides of the city and the Temple Mount.

Getting There

From the Jerusalem city centre, you can reach the ridge via taxi or local bus. The journey typically takes 15 to 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions within the city.

Duration of Visit

Allow approximately 3 to 5 hours to explore the ridge and the various sites located along its slopes. This timeframe accounts for walking between the different monuments and viewpoints.

When to Visit

Early morning is recommended to avoid the midday heat and the largest crowds. The site can get crowded, particularly during religious holidays or peak tourist seasons in spring and autumn. Avoid visiting during extreme summer heat due to the lack of shade on many of the walking paths.

Nearby Attractions

The ridge is home to several sites that can be visited in a single trip. Depending on your starting point, you can combine your visit with the following:

  • Church of the Pater Noster: 0km
  • Chapel of the Ascension: 0.1km
  • Church of Mary Magdalene: 0.5km
  • Church of All Nations: 0.6km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Church of the Pater Noster

Temples & religious sites

Church of the Pater Noster

The Church of the Pater Noster stands on the Mount of Olives, on the spot where Jesus is said to have taught his disciples the Lord's Prayer. The convent's walls display the prayer inscribed in languages from around the world, including Korean, making for a unique sight.

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Chapel of the Ascension

Temples & religious sites

Chapel of the Ascension

Located atop the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, this site is traditionally believed to mark Jesus's ascension into heaven. Now used as a mosque after centuries of history, it carries a blend of religious and historical atmosphere.

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Church of Mary Magdalene

Temples & religious sites

Church of Mary Magdalene

The Church of Mary Magdalene is an Eastern Orthodox church on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, facing the Garden of Gethsemane across the Kidron Valley. It's a peaceful stop along the pilgrimage route through the holy sites.

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Church of All Nations

Temples & religious sites

Church of All Nations

The Church of All Nations is a Catholic church beside the Garden of Gethsemane on the Mount of Olives. It houses the rock where Jesus is said to have prayed before his arrest, drawing a steady stream of pilgrims.

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Gethsemane

Parks & gardens

Gethsemane

Gethsemane is a garden on the western slope of the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, said to be where Jesus went with his disciples to pray. It is known as the site of his final prayer and arrest after the Last Supper, and remains a popular destination for pilgrims.

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Kidron Valley

Nature

Kidron Valley

The Kidron Valley runs along the eastern edge of Jerusalem's Old City and appears several times in the Bible. Water occasionally flows through it during the winter rainy season, and a stroll along the valley offers a sense of the ancient city's atmosphere.

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