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Hallelujah Night Show
From 45 NIS per person
With children, Adults
Not accessible
Includes simultaneous translation in a variety of languages
The Fun Begins on the Red Bus – October 1- 5, 2023
The popular night show, which offers visitors a fascinating nighttime experience with a light show projected onto the antiquities in the City of David, has been redone with fascinating content and pyrotechnics that combine the special effects of fire and water, creating a breathtaking experience!
The unique show tells the story of the Return to Zion: After 70 years, and against all odds, Nehemiah the son of Hacaliah succeeded in rallying the greatest empire in the world and embarked on a dangerous journey to Jerusalem, leading a small mission to rebuild the devastated city, while facing challenges from within and enemies from without.
The show includes simultaneous translation with the use of earphones in a number of languages: English, Spanish, French, Russian, and Chinese.
Throughout the year, with the exception of Chol Hamoed Sukkot (Oct 1-5), the City of David operates free shuttles from the First Station in Jerusalem to the City of David National Park. The shuttles have the Hallelujah logo on them, and the ride is both short and perfectly safe.
The Fun Begins on the Red Bus!
New! During Chol Hamoed Sukkot, from October 1-5, enjoy the Hallelujah nighttime show, beginning with a fun ride on the Jerusalem Red Bus.
Before arriving at the show, you will receive a fascinating guiding, and from there, you will proceed to the show, set against the backdrop of the ancient ruins of the City of David.
The bus departure times from the First Station are listed under “Directions”.
Please note:
- The guiding will be in Hebrew.
- Warm clothing is recommended.
- The total experience, the bus ride and show, runs about 2 hours.
- The bus ride is coordinated with the scheduled times of the shows.
- Upon arrival at the First Station Parking Lot, click on the link to navigate on foot to the pickup location. https://goo.gl/CygFKD
- 5% discount for internet reservations.
Site Facilities
Essential Information
Shuttles:
Throughout the year, with the exception of Chol Hamoed Sukkot (Oct 1-5), the City of David operates free shuttles from the First Station in Jerusalem to the City of David National Park. The shuttles have the Hallelujah logo on them, and the ride is both short and perfectly safe.
The shuttles depart approximately 45 minutes before each show begins.
Shuttle pickup location: In Waze, “First Station Parking Lot, Jerusalem”
Upon arrival at the parking lot, click on the link to navigate on foot to the pickup location. https://goo.gl/CygFKD
During Chol Hamoed Sukkot, from October 1-5, the Hallelujah nighttime show will include a fun ride on the Red Bus.
The bus will depart from the First Station Parking Lot. Upon arrival at the parking lot, click on the link to navigate on foot to the pickup location. https://goo.gl/CygFKD
Show Bus Departure Time Show Time
1st show 6:30 PM 7:30 PM
2nd show 8:15 PM 9:00 PM
3rd show 9:45 PM 10:30 PM
Independent arrival:
For individuals who prefer to travel to the City of David show independently, you are welcome to arrive at the specified time indicated on your ticket.
Directions to the First Station
Public transportation:
Disembark from the bus at the bus stop called David Remez, The Hahan, which is close to the First Station
Bus Lines: 71, 72, 74, 75, 78, 91
Independent arrival:
For individuals who prefer to travel to the City of David show independently, you are welcome to arrive at the specified time indicated on your ticket.
Public transportation to the City of David
- Bus line 1 – Central Bus Station – Western Wall
- Bus line 3 – Central Bus Station – Western Wall
- Bus line 38 – Jewish Quarter (The 38 takes a circular route which stops at the Western Wall)
- Bus line 2 – From Kikar Tzahal / Yitzhak Kariv Street. The bus takes a circular route and is operated by the Superbus company.
Cabs
Cabs are always allowed to enter through the Jaffa Gate.
Arrival by private vehicle:
It is important to note that it is difficult to find parking near the Western Wall and the City of David. We suggest parking in nearby parking lots and walking on foot.
- Karta and Mamilla Parking Garages- (paid parking). To Navigate with Waze.
Walking distance from the Karta / Mamilla parking garages to the City of David is approximately 20 minutes. Arrival by taxi is recommended. - Har Zion / David’s Tomb Parking Lot (paid parking) – To Navigate with Waze. Walking distance from the Har Zion / David’s Tomb Parking Lot to the City of David is approximately 9 minutes.
Please note that the parking garages/lots have a very limited amount of parking spots.
Arrival on Foot:
If you are coming from the Western Wall, turn left at the Dung Gate and then right. The entrance to the City of David will be on your left. It is a 2 minute walk from the Dung Gate. Navigation with Google Maps
- Starting point: Gathering at the Visitors Center, at the entrance pavilion of the City of David National Park
- City of David National Park – presentation projected on the City of David antiquities
- Endpoint: City of David National Park Visitors Center
There is a snack bar on site offering food and drink options.
- There are lockers on site (fee charged) to place personal items. There is no space to leave strollers.
- The show is held under the sky, we recommend to have warm clothes.
- The show is available for Hebrew, English, Spanish, French, Chinese and Russian speakers using headphones with simultaneous translation.
- The show is accessible to people with hearing disabilities, by prior arrangement through the reservation center by calling *6033.
- Those who have a personal hearing aid will be provided with devices with inspirational loops to listen to the show in the different languages. It is necessary to move the hearing aid to the T position.Those using sound amplification will be provided with personal headphones to listen to the show in the various languages.
- One may cancel a reservation at no cost until 3:00 PM the day before.
- Club members – in case of cancellation of the reservation, you must inform in advance by calling *6033
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FAQ
Unfortunately, due to the limitations of the archeological site, it is not wheelchair accessible
During Chol Hamoed Sukkot, from October 1-5, the Hallelujah nighttime show will include a fun ride on the Red Bus.
The bus will depart from the First Station Parking Lot. Upon arrival at the parking lot, click on the link to navigate on foot to the pickup location. https://goo.gl/CygFKD
Shuttles:
Throughout the year, with the exception of Chol Hamoed Sukkot (Oct 1-5), the City of David operates free shuttles from the First Station in Jerusalem to the City of David National Park. The shuttles have the Hallelujah logo on them, and the ride is both short and perfectly safe.
The shuttles depart approximately 45 minutes before each show begins.
Shuttle pickup location: In Waze, “First Station Parking Lot, Jerusalem”
Upon arrival at the parking lot, click on the link to navigate on foot to the pickup location. https://goo.gl/CygFKD
Independent arrival:
For individuals who prefer to travel to the City of David show independently, you are welcome to arrive at the specified time indicated on your ticket.
The City of David National Park is a secure site, and we work in full cooperation with the security forces.
The Western Wall area and the City of David are very limited in terms of parking, it is not recommended to arrive by private vehicle.
Yes, the show is reccomended for children from age 5+.
The show is available for Hebrew, English, Spanish, French, Chinese and Russian speakers using headphones with simultaneous translation.
You can cancel free of charge until the day before the show at 15:00.
Club members – in case of cancellation of your order, please inform in advance by calling *6033.
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