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Audio Guide to Jerusalem

In a city of three religions, it helps to have a reliable companion by your side. So much history unfolded in the Holy Land that it can be hard to make sense of it all on your own. Of course, you can read up before the trip or hire a private guide once you arrive, but it is far easier – and far more affordable – to download an audio guide to Jerusalem for iPhone or Android.

What exactly is it? Just press play on the audio track at the top of this page. It is a short excerpt from one of our stories. There are six in total: one overview of the city and five themed walks devoted to specific places – the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Western Wall, the Temple Mount, and more. These are not just stories sprinkled with interesting facts, but full-fledged guides that help you understand which places to visit, in what order, and what you should know before you go.

Download the Jerusalem audio guide

All these audio walks were created by people who know and love Jerusalem: a professional cultural historian, a voice artist, and a sound engineer. That is why we believe a price of $1 per walk is gentle even on the most budget-conscious traveler. We believe thoughtful, high-quality work deserves fair appreciation.

At the same time, the Jerusalem mobile audio guide costs far less than a traditional printed guidebook, an organized tour, or a private guide. In short, the choice is yours. For now, let us show you the routes you will find in the Ever.Travel app.

Jerusalem Audio Guide #1: A Story of the City

Available as a free download!

Where is the "fiery Gehenna," who will rise first on Judgment Day, and what is the best way to begin exploring Old Jerusalem? Start the audio guide and we will walk you through it all. We will also help you plan self-guided routes so you do not miss anything important or intriguing.

Story by: Natalya Shakuro

Duration – 25 minutes

Download the Jerusalem audio guide for free right now!

Jerusalem Audio Guide #2: Church of the Holy Sepulchre

On this tour, we will tell you the story of how the church was built, the many remarkable events that took place within its walls, and, of course, the most important of all – the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ. We will guide you through the church and point out the artifacts that deserve special attention. You will find this audio guide in the Ever.Travel mobile app.

Story by: Natalya Shakuro

Duration – 25 minutes

Audio guide price: 100 piastres (about $1)

This tour route includes:

Jerusalem Audio Guide #3: Alexander Compound

The Alexander Compound, also known as the Russian Excavations, is a historic and architectural complex covering nearly 1,500 square meters. This is where you will find the famous threshold of the Judgment Gate, through which Jesus Christ left the city on his way to Golgotha, as well as the "Needle's Eye" mentioned in the audio track at the top of this page. The Ever.Travel guide will help you find these places.

Story by: Natalya Shakuro

Duration – 20 minutes

Audio guide price: 100 piastres (about $1)

This tour route includes:

  • Church of Saint Alexander Nevsky
  • Threshold of the Judgment Gate
  • Part of Golgotha with the Crucifix installed on it
  • "Needle's Eye"
  • Museum
  • "Tsar's" Room

Jerusalem Audio Guide #4: Western Wall

Our story follows the history of the Western Wall from its origins to the present day. We also share a few practical tips on how to approach this holy place, how to leave a note, and which customs are important to observe. You will find it all – in the Ever.Travel mobile guide.

Story by: Natalya Shakuro

Duration – 24 minutes

Audio guide price: 100 piastres (about $1)

Jerusalem Audio Guide #5: Temple Mount

On this tour from the Ever.Travel audio guide, you will explore one of Jerusalem's most complex places – the Temple Mount, where the histories of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam have intertwined for thousands of years. We will recall where God laid the cornerstone, where Cain betrayed Abel, where King Solomon founded his temple, where Muhammad ascended to heaven, and many other defining moments in the world's religions.

Story by: Natalya Shakuro

Duration – 30 minutes

Audio guide price: 100 piastres (about $1)

This tour route includes:

  • Qubbat al-Sakhra Mosque (Dome of the Rock)
  • Al-Aqsa Mosque
  • Islamic Museum

Jerusalem Audio Guide #6: Via Dolorosa

From Latin, Via Dolorosa translates as the "Way of Sorrow" – the final road Jesus Christ walked on the day of his crucifixion. We invite you to follow this street from Lion's Gate to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and revisit every stage of the Savior's path. The Ever.Travel audio guide will help along the way.

Story by: Natalya Shakuro

Duration – 30 minutes

Audio guide price: 100 piastres (about $1)

This tour route includes:

What our users say:

  • WhiteKnight7: I was really pleased with the quality. It was not my first time in Jerusalem, but I still learned plenty of fascinating facts. It works out to a full city tour for the price of a pita with falafel.
  • Safoe: Excellent storytelling – and just as importantly, great diction and a pleasant voice. It is perfect for a noisy city. The route is very thoughtfully planned. Highly recommended!
  • Boris'ka: There is no shortage of guides in Jerusalem, but in a group you can easily get lost or miss half of what is being said. A private guide is quite expensive. Luckily, the Jerusalem app came out at just the right time!! It is absolutely worth it, and it is affordable too. Thanks for the tours.

So you do not forget, download the Jerusalem audio guide right now!

And so there are no questions left at all, take a look at our article on how to do it as quickly, conveniently, and budget-friendly as possible!

Photos used in preparing this material came from soborma.rf, Alex Levine Photography, jeff_a_goldberg, NoamC - www.noamchen.com, Jan van der Wolf, David Mor off, Riceman3, davepope, MadGrin.

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