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The Garden Tomb
The Garden Tomb
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Located north of the Old City’s Damascus Gate, this Christian holy site is a perfect place for prayer and contemplation. Many believe it to be the site of Christ's crucifixion, burial, and resurrection.
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- M E11 contributionsThis place fits the description on the bibleThis place fits the descriptions on the bible. The way the tomb lay out. The way the rock would have been rolled to open and close the tomb. The Golghota, the Skull Hill, really looks like skull.Visited January 2023Travelled with familyWritten 24 February 2023
- Mary DPhoenix, Arizona55 contributionsTrip of a lifetime.Our trip to Israel was the trip of a lifetime. We traveled with Blue Diamond Travel, a large group of 360, divided into 8 buses. We stayed with our group for seven days, spending 4 nights in Jerusalem, 3 nights in Tiberias. 5-star hotels, David at the Citadel in Jerusalem, and Gai Beach Resort in Tiberias. Each bus had a guide and driver. Our guide made our trip fabulous; he was knowledgeable on biblical history, both old and new testament, as well as current on the state of Israel today. We walked on average 3 mi/day, one day 6.5 mi; our group was senior adults. we all made it just fine, with plenty of rest stops, shopping stops and fabulous food morning, noon and night. Blue Diamond provided 3 professional photographers which took the pressure off trying to listen/learn and snap photos at every stop; they provided all photos at no additional charge, as well as videos and a coffee table book. If you are a Christian, interested in walking the Bible, this is the tour for you.Visited February 2023Written 17 April 2023
- Grant G14 contributionsA Place to Visit for All ChristiansI Visited this Tomb of Jesus when I Visited Jerusalem with my Friends . It's a Very quiet Peaceful place to Spend a Couple hours in . The Garden around the Tomb is furnished with Benches to Sit and Take in the Atmosphere of the Christian Atmosphere .It's Worth Visiting while you're here .Visited June 2022Travelled with friendsWritten 5 May 2023
- AqusiteCalifornia1,579 contributionsAnti-climactic despite probably five visitsThis was the only site in Jerusalem that I didn't understand the hype about. I stayed a block from it and went many times. They did a wonderful job with the flowers and were friendly, but otherwise, it didn't really wow me or move me at all, unlike basically every other nook and cranny in all of Jerusalem. Still, it was free, so I walked through it pretty much every day just to see the flowers.Visited June 2023Written 1 July 2023
- revett2016Santa Rosa, California529 contributionsWorth a short visitA nice oasis for were Jesus might have been buried. Peaceful small garden is worth the visit and it’s free! A pleasant stroll provides a view of skull hill, site of crucifixion and the burial tomb.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 1 September 2023
- Jeffry bEssendon, Australia13,864 contributionsWas this the place where Jesus was buried"The Garden Tomb is believed to be the burial site of Jesus, particularly by Evangelical Christians, including Mormons. The Garden Tomb's authenticity is disputed by Orthodox Christians. However, its traditional location in the region of Jerusalem's city walls adds credibility to the Garden Tomb's claim to be the place from where Jesus was Resurrected.Visited September 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 3 November 2023
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,864 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
The Garden Tomb is believed to be the burial site of Jesus, particularly by Evangelical Christians, including Mormons. The Garden Tomb's authenticity is disputed by Orthodox Christians. However, its traditional location in the region of Jerusalem's city walls adds credibility to the Garden Tomb's claim to be the place from where Jesus was Resurrected.
Written 4 November 2023
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revett2016
Santa Rosa, CA529 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
A nice oasis for were Jesus might have been buried. Peaceful small garden is worth the visit and it’s free! A pleasant stroll provides a view of skull hill, site of crucifixion and the burial tomb.
Written 1 September 2023
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Aqusite
California1,579 contributions
Jun 2023
This was the only site in Jerusalem that I didn't understand the hype about. I stayed a block from it and went many times. They did a wonderful job with the flowers and were friendly, but otherwise, it didn't really wow me or move me at all, unlike basically every other nook and cranny in all of Jerusalem. Still, it was free, so I walked through it pretty much every day just to see the flowers.
Written 1 July 2023
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia1,680 contributions
Dec 2022 • Solo
Located just outside the walled city, said to be the burial site for Jesus but it’s disputed by some.
Beautiful peaceful garden that is very calming to walk around, luckily when I was there only a few people so could enjoy with the tour groups and loud noise.
Also located on garden is cave that is said to be the burial place for Jesus that is surreal to walk in and reflect.
You do get a flyer on arrival explaining a few things that helps but could have been more detailed.
Also places to sit and take in the history and significance of this garden.
Beautiful peaceful garden that is very calming to walk around, luckily when I was there only a few people so could enjoy with the tour groups and loud noise.
Also located on garden is cave that is said to be the burial place for Jesus that is surreal to walk in and reflect.
You do get a flyer on arrival explaining a few things that helps but could have been more detailed.
Also places to sit and take in the history and significance of this garden.
Written 18 June 2023
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Grant G
14 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
I Visited this Tomb of Jesus when I Visited Jerusalem with my Friends . It's a Very quiet Peaceful place to Spend a Couple hours in . The Garden around the Tomb is furnished with Benches to Sit and Take in the Atmosphere of the Christian Atmosphere .It's Worth Visiting while you're here .
Written 5 May 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Mary D
Phoenix, AZ55 contributions
Feb 2023
Our trip to Israel was the trip of a lifetime. We traveled with Blue Diamond Travel, a large group of 360, divided into 8 buses. We stayed with our group for seven days, spending 4 nights in Jerusalem, 3 nights in Tiberias. 5-star hotels, David at the Citadel in Jerusalem, and Gai Beach Resort in Tiberias. Each bus had a guide and driver. Our guide made our trip fabulous; he was knowledgeable on biblical history, both old and new testament, as well as current on the state of Israel today. We walked on average 3 mi/day, one day 6.5 mi; our group was senior adults. we all made it just fine, with plenty of rest stops, shopping stops and fabulous food morning, noon and night. Blue Diamond provided 3 professional photographers which took the pressure off trying to listen/learn and snap photos at every stop; they provided all photos at no additional charge, as well as videos and a coffee table book. If you are a Christian, interested in walking the Bible, this is the tour for you.
Written 17 April 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
M E
11 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
This place fits the descriptions on the bible. The way the tomb lay out. The way the rock would have been rolled to open and close the tomb. The Golghota, the Skull Hill, really looks like skull.
Written 24 February 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
melodysundberg
Orebro, Sweden76 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
If you have to choose between visiting the Garden tomb and the tomb in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, choose this one. This place has a great atmosphere and there are much less tourists than in the church. A nice souvernir shop with Christian and Messianic gifts is in the area within the gates. Toilets available too. Don't miss Gordon's Golgotha which you can see from the garden. Follow the signs.
Written 17 February 2023
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Brent C
Clive, IA67 contributions
Nov 2022
While it might not have the historic evidence of being the actual place of the tomb of Jesus, as an example of what Jesus might have experienced, it was a very moving experience and worth a visit. The guides were great, and the site is very beautiful!
Written 7 February 2023
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RohanChristian
Ahmedabad, India184 contributions
Nov 2022
very busy with tourists groups. our guide Beth was excellent she was patient and explained each and every part in detail.
Written 28 January 2023
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lujanch
Mar del Plata, Argentina
Buenos días! Visitaremos el jardín de la tumba en septiembre y nos gustaría recorrerlo con un guía de habla hispana. Si cuentan con esa información para que nos podamos contactar, nos sería de gran ayuda.
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kammy77
Orange, CA9 contributions
Hi
We will be on a tour in Jerusalem on Christmas and wanted to visit the Garden tomb. Does anyone know if they're open that day? Also it's forecasted to rain. Any tips on if we need gloves and boots etc. Would it be it safe to walk around the Grand court hotel area and Damascus gate to get to Jerusalem.city? We were thinking of going to the city for dinner after the tour ends. The hotel is close by but we could take a taxi if that's safer. Also at the Dead Sea i was told the lotions and scrubs there are good. Is there any specific type anyone can recommend? Thanks.
Brian
Jerusalem, Israel
Greetings, The Garden Tomb is closed every Christmas Day.
Or Z
1 contribution
האם צריך להרשם מראש?
וכמה עולה כניסה?
Phillip B
Jerusalem District, Israel
שלום אור,
אין דמי כניסה. אם אתם מגיעים עם קבוצה (מעל 10 אנשים) או אם אתם מגיעים עם מורה דרך (גם אם אתם קבוצה קטנה) אז יש צורך להרשם מראש באתר שלנו. אחרת אתם יכולים פשוט להגיע בשעה שנוחה לכם במהלך שעות הפתיחה הרגילות.
פיליפ
Hello, I'm visiting Jerusalem on october 28th but there's no availability at the official site of the Garden Tomb. Do you really need to book an appointment or a guided tour or can you just get there and go in to see the place? Is there a time limit? Thank you.
ZI S
10 contributions
I was always there with appointment but it is because they assign you a guide a volunteer to explain you information about the garden. You can try just to go there without appointment or send them an email and maybe they can find you a place with other group according to your language. Blessings and success!
clarissa g
Novi, MI
I am interested in visiting the Garden tomb and more around this vicinity from Tel Aviv . Is there a pick from there as. Day excursion? I will be there Apri 3 I am not a robot ....
Jay M
46 contributions
Check with your hotel (provided you are staying at one) concierge for information—they should be able to recommend day tours.If you want to go on your own, take a sheroot to Jerusalem an ask to be let off at Jaffa Gate—the Garden Tomb is about ⅓ mile from there.
Leslie B
St. Catharines, Canada61 contributions
Is this a garden that is open all the time or is it gated and have specific opening hours?
Brian
Jerusalem, Israel
Greetings. We are generally open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m., Monday - Saturday. During the Covid-19 crisis we have been required to cut our hours way back to 9 a.m. until 12 noon, M-F. Anyone wanting to find the current opening times can look on our website, on Trip Advisor and Facebook. Thank you for your question.
Vero Ruiz
San Luis Potosi, Mexico78 contributions
Me puedes informar de un tour para ir , no encuentro
amore62
Montevideo, Uruguay1,630 contributions
Desde la Puerta de Damasco, son 300 metros caminando, y no es necesario guía porque el Jardín tiene todo muy bien indicado, salvo que quieras información muy detallada. Ve caminando y allí hablas con uno de los guías propios del lugar.
Mercy M
Houston, TX115 contributions
Voy con 8 peronas y quisiera saber si hay alguien que nos pueda guiar hacia el lugar, aunque conozco Jerusalem, mi grupo no, con quien puedo hacer el tours, ya que no aparece en los tours que ofrecen?
Negucho
Valinhos, SP124 contributions
Obrigado a todos que colaboraram.
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