Food Tour in Jerusalem with a Local

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
3 - 10 guests
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English, Hebrew
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Experience Jerusalem through its diverse breads with local guide Shira. Visit markets and neighborhoods for a deep cultural connection. Modest attire is necessary for this enriching tour.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Shira is a Jerusalem-born, Tel Aviv-based baker, photographer and travel lover. Born to an American mother and Israeli father, Shira's background made the relationship between food, culture and heritage evident (and enjoyed!). Food has always been Shira’s favorite way to explore and experience new places and cultures. And now she is excited to share her local food wisdom with travelers from around the world!


• Private, 3 Hour Guided Walking Food Tour in Jerusalem with a local

• Discover the city's diverse ethnic and religious communities through their bread

• Visit Damascus Gate and venture into Jerusalem's ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods

• Explore some of Machane Yehuda market's best bakeries and breads

• Sample challa (braided bread), rugelach (pastry), Jerusalem bagel and pita bread


Since you will be visiting religious neighborhoods, it is important to wear attire that covers your elbows and knees. It is also recommended that guests refrain from wearing bold colors or tight clothing.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Sampling baked goods, such as
challa (braided bread), rugelach (pastry), Jerusalem bagel and pita bread!

What You Get

Food Tour in Jerusalem with Shira
Gratuities
Sampling of a few baked goods
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Good To Know

  • Friday is a "short day" in Israel meaning shops and businesses close at midday and so Shira only offers the tour only in the morning.
  • Vegetarian options available, please inform Shira in advance
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

Food Tour in Jerusalem, on this tour of Jerusalem, discover the city's diverse ethnic and religious communities through their bread. Meet Shira at Davidaka Square (right next to the Machane Yehuda market), and together, you will venture into Jerusalem's ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods, visit Damascus Gate and explore some of Machane Yehuda market's best bakeries and breads. While these very different quarters are close to each other, this ~3 hour tour does involve some walking so make sure to wear comfortable shoes. You will be sampling baked goods, such as challa (braided bread), rugelach (pastry), Jerusalem bagel and pita bread! Please note that since you will be visiting religious neighborhoods with dress codes, it is important to wear attire that covers your elbows and knees. It is also recommended that guests refrain from wearing bold colors or tight clothing. Friday is a "short day" in Israel meaning shops and businesses close at midday and so Shira only offers the tour only in the morning.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Davidka Square, Jerusalem District, Israel, IL

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Please meet your host Shira at Davidka Square (right next to the Machane Yehuda market). Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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from  $231.50 
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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Israel Time.
Free cancellation (48 hours notice)
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Earliest available date: May 30, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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