Hanukkah tours in the enchanting Nachlaot neighborhood and the ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods of Jerusalem

Technical details

Duration

(Hanukkah 5786, 2025):

15/12/25, 16/12/25, 17/12/25, 18/12/25, 21/12/25.

The tour takes place between 4:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

cost

129 NIS per participant.

Comments

Recommended: Wear a long skirt/dress and a shirt with sleeves and no neckline (pants are acceptable underneath).

For those interested in holding a private candle-lighting ceremony, you may bring a menorah, candles, and matches.

Meeting point

Meeting and ending point: Mahane Yehuda Market light rail station (123 Jaffa Street).

Recommended parking: Parking lot at 88 Agripas Street (paid parking)

Let's go out and experience the light of Hanukkah in the magical alleys of the picturesque Nachlaot neighborhood and the surrounding ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods.

The mitzvah of lighting candles on each of the eight days of Hanukkah embodies the mitzvah of publicizing the miracle – Pirush Nissah. This commemorates the great miracle of the Maccabees' victory over the Greeks. According to custom, the menorah is placed in the window or doorway of the house so that passersby can see it, thereby fulfilling the mitzvah of publicizing the miracle....

Let's go out and experience the light of Hanukkah in the magical alleys of the picturesque Nachlaot neighborhood and the surrounding ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods.

The mitzvah of lighting candles on each of the eight days of Hanukkah embodies the mitzvah of publicizing the miracle – publicizing the miracle. In memory of the great miracle of the Maccabees' victory over the Greeks. According to custom, the menorah is placed in the window or doorway of the house so that passersby can see it, thus fulfilling the mitzvah of publicizing the miracle. A tour in the cool open air of Hanukkah by the light of the burning menorahs includes a candle-lighting ceremony for participants! The special atmosphere brings all participants together, regardless of their religious views and worldviews. An extraordinary atmosphere that occurs eight days a year!

The enchanting Nachlaot neighborhood with its narrow alleys, illuminated by hundreds of antique menorahs

Come discover the light of Hanukkah through streets steeped in history, illuminated menorahs, and traditional flavors.

During the tour

We will stroll among the magnificent menorahs that light up the night.
We will hear exciting stories about traditions and customs.
We will meet old characters peeking out from their homes and celebrate the Festival of Lights in the most special neighborhood in the world.

In light of the many menorahs, we will walk through the alleys of the ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods.

We will peek into the bustling life in the alleys and listen to the sounds of hymns coming from the houses and synagogues.
We will learn about worldviews and customs, mindsets and ways of thinking.
We will visit and walk through the Zichron Moshe neighborhood and discover the concept of ”shtiebel.".
We will walk through the streets of the surrounding ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods, getting to know the customs and people, the stories and lifestyles.
We will learn about the Hasidic community, examine the various aspects of the ultra-Orthodox worldview, and discuss the dress code, wedding customs, and matchmaking.
Special institutions in the ultra-Orthodox community: the cheider, the yeshiva, the kollel, and the gemach.
We will observe the lit menorahs, learn Hanukkah stories, and understand the essence of the holiday and its customs.

This is a rare opportunity to glimpse into this fascinating world, uncover local secrets, and have a fascinating conversation with a neighbor we've never spoken to before.

During the tour, you will enjoy:
🕎 Viewing beautiful menorahs in streets, alleys, and courtyards.
📖 Fascinating stories about Hanukkah.
👥 Meet local residents and enjoy an authentic community experience.
📸 An opportunity to take bright and memorable photos.
🚶‍♂️ Access to unique places that are not always open to the public.
🗺️ A professional and experienced guide who knows the stories and hidden corners.

experience Spiritual, cultural, and family-oriented – Connecting everyone to the light, story, and special flavor of Hanukkah!

Guide details:

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The company was founded and managed by Yosef Speiser, a senior tour guide, expert on Jerusalem and guiding tours and training courses throughout the country, a doctoral student in history and archaeology at Bar Ilan University, and a former member of the Jerusalem City Council.

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