Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel
Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel, Jerusalem: Hours, Address, Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel Reviews: 4.5/5
Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel
Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Come rediscover Biblical Jerusalem! Located just outside the Old City walls, the City of David is in fact the historical Old City of Jerusalem, containing archeological remnants going back 4,000 years. Come see for yourself where it all began...
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cstayedatcoolsprings
Washington DC, DC315 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Excellent experience to walk thru tunnel. We had bright headlamps which helped greatly. We took our time and had a good size group. No rush. Just enjoy the sights.
Written 12 May 2022
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Wendy C
Brandon, MS2 contributions
Jun 2021
One of my very favorites! Fabulous and faith building. When you see how high the wall are, you can't imagine the time it took to create that tunnel.
Written 16 June 2021
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Kim G
Pacific Grove, CA3 134 contributions
Dec 2019
Exciting adventure exploring this ancient and significant water supply system excavated under the reign of King Hezekiah in the 8th century BC. We deviated our journey from Hezekiah's Tunnel which was flowing with cold water, to the adjoining and dry Canaanite Tunnel, still an impressive marvel and hiking adventure. Those with physical limitations should not attempt a tour of either tunnel. We found this to be an exciting experience, revealing an interesting aspect of Jewish cultural history.
Written 19 November 2020
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שי ל
Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, Israel50 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
מקום מהמם וחשוב הדרכה מרתקת ומסבירה פנים נותנת לך הרגשה כאילו חזרת בזמן
בימים חמים הכניסה לנקבות מרעננת המים קרים ומרעננים
יש צורך לבוא עם נעלים מתאימות להליכה במים
Stunning and important place Fascinating and welcoming instruction makes you feel like you are back in time
On hot days the entrance to the tunnel is refreshing and the water is cold and refreshing
It is necessary to come with suitable shoes for walking in the water
בימים חמים הכניסה לנקבות מרעננת המים קרים ומרעננים
יש צורך לבוא עם נעלים מתאימות להליכה במים
Stunning and important place Fascinating and welcoming instruction makes you feel like you are back in time
On hot days the entrance to the tunnel is refreshing and the water is cold and refreshing
It is necessary to come with suitable shoes for walking in the water
Written 3 September 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Boaz G
Zichron Yaakov, Israel16 contributions
Aug 2020
Great attraction with the family specially during the Summer walking in the water, the story of the guided tour makes great connection between what you see , the history and the bible
Written 16 August 2020
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Giselle W
4 contributions
Jul 2019
I visited this back in the 1960s and still remember it well, utterly fascinating. So much so that I still remember it very clearly. Highly recommended to anyone with an interest in history, biblical or otherwise. I was a bit scared splashing through the narrow tunnel but thrilled to know that my feet were traveling a path that others have been following for nearly three thousand years. I wore waterproof shoes and shorts but didnt think of my handbag, which got soaked, ruining my passport. In these days of the backpack this is probably no longer a problem.
Written 5 June 2020
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Cynthia V
Coronado, CA20 contributions
Mar 2020
Depending on the weather the water in the tunnel can be up to the top of your thighs. Visit on a hot day so you clothes can dry.
Written 22 March 2020
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Just_Us_Dos
Houston, TX41 contributions
Mar 2020
Our guide Gal was very well spoken and funny. The tour was informative and really fun going through the water tunnel! It really gave us a better perspective of the lay of the land. Definitely bring your water shoes and headlamp.
Written 16 March 2020
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John B
Phoenix, AZ107 contributions
Mar 2020
There are two tunnels...the "dry" tunnel and the "wet" tunnel. We chose the dry tunnel...don't try it if you are not a thin person, or if you have claustrophobia. Some on our tour went through the wet tunnel and had changed into swim suits and beach shoes. I'm still not sure how the tunnels worked...we weren't there very long, but they both lead to Siloam Pool, which is mostly unexcavated.
Written 14 March 2020
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Carol D
Overland Park, KS1 613 contributions
Feb 2020
Part of our tour of the City of David is a walk through Hezekiah's Tunnel. There are actually two tunnel options "wet" and "dry." Apparently the dry tunnel is more recent discovery compared to the "wet" tunnel. If you do the wet tunnel, quick dry pants, water shoes and flash light is a must. If you are claustrophobic, this is not a tour for you. Water comes up to 70 cm (in some spots). I am 5'7 and the highest it came up to me is mid thigh. Most of the time it was just above the ankle. You do need a flash light (head light or light to attach to body somewhere) because there is no lights in the tunnel. However everyone in our group had lights and it was pretty well lit when our tour when through. Water was cool, but you got use to it pretty quick. There are places where we had to bend over to cross, but I would say the majority of the time, I was standing straight up. Once out you end up at the Pool of Siloam also a more recent find. My understanding from those that took the dry tunnel is that it does have lights so no flash light is included and there were some narrow spots (turn side ways) area. It was a fun and different experience.
Written 9 March 2020
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SIN2006
Singapore, Singapore4 contributions
Hi can we buy the footwear for the wet tunnel at the entrance?
StephenMC4
Palm Beach Gardens, FL50 contributions
you can but I would recommend wearing water sandals you have or an old pair of sneakers you can simply throw out.
Do you need to buy tickets in advance for Hezekiah tunnel and where do you buy them and how much are they?
thanks
StephenMC4
Palm Beach Gardens, FL50 contributions
You can buy tickets there; however, you will likely have a wait for the entrance time. You are better off buying tickets on line in advance...even that day so you know what time to arrive.
I'm 5'1 about 290lb and my husband is about 6'3 and probably 350lbs. We would like to walk through the actual tunnel but are unsure if we will be able to. I've heard mixed things. Is it a problem to fit through for our sized big and tall/ short and round lol?
NevilleNewman
Dallas, TX19 contributions
I've walked Hezekiah's tunnel 3 times, and I would not recommend it for your husband. The width will be tight, but the height is a bigger problem. He will walk hunched over for the rest of the day after exiting the tunnel :-) !!
If you're OK with going by yourself, then by all means do it, take some (flash) photos, and tell hi all about it. He might decide it is worth the discomfort and then you can go back together. It will have only cost you a few dollars extra that way.
NOTE NOTE NOTE
There are other tunnels at or associated with the City of David.
1) Hasmonean Aqueduct - a couple of miles southwest of CoD, near the Tayelet / Hass Promenade. The Promenade offers a spectacular view of Jerusalem, so it is worth a visit all by itself. But the Aqueduct is *very* tight and your husband will *not* fit, period.
2) The Western Wall Ascent / Drainage Tunnel - this is a ongoing excavation but it is open. It runs beneath the recently discovered "Pilgrim Road", which is itself being excavated and developed for tours. This tunnel is also very tight, and not a good "fit" for big people. Remember, these tunnels were not built for people to walk in, except for the workers who dug them.
ילדי בני כמעט 5, קרוב ל110 ס"מ, האם יוכלו לעשות את המסלול הרטוב?
יסמין
ברק א
Haifa, Israel5 contributions
אפשר להתקשר למקום ולבדוק
חושב שכן
Jay
London, UK8 contributions
Hi. We're here in Israel now and planning a trip for our 7 year old's birthday next week. Could you please explain if you have to pay for the City of David tour and then pay for Hezekiah's tunnel or can you just pay to walk though Hezekiah's Tunnel and back up I guess to get back to the entrance?
Thanks,
Jay
BPMDARIEN
Darien, CT35 contributions
We just paid for the tunnel separately
איך מזמינים מדריך ואיפה קונים כרטיסים
ברק א
Haifa, Israel5 contributions
דרך האתר אינטרנט
בטלפון של המקום
היי, רוצה לוודא את גובה המים לאורך כל נקבת השילוח, ומה משך ההליכה הממוצע בתוך המים ?? בני בגובה 130 ס"מ, האם המים לא יהיו לו עמוקים מדיי ?? האם המים קרים מאוד רק בכניסה אליהם ??
DANIEL-G-PARDES
Kfar Saba, Israel87 contributions
הגובה המקסימלי של המים הוא 70 ס"מ והמים מרעננים מאוד בחום הזה
Frequently Asked Questions about Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel
- Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel is open:
- Sun - Thu 08:00 - 17:00
- Fri - Fri 08:00 - 14:00
- We recommend booking Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel tours on Tripadvisor
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