What to do and see in Bethlehem, West Bank: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

August 21, 2021 Nobuko Falco

The obvious reason to travel to Bethlehem is to visit the Church of the Nativity in Manger Square. The city's outskirts contain Shepherds' Fields and the intriguing Mar Saba Monastery.
Restaurants in Bethlehem

1. Murad Tours

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Murad Tours

Murad Tours specializes in tours for individuals and groups throughout Bethlehem and the West Bank including Hebron, Ramallah, Jericho and the Dead Sea. Relgious and historical sites include Mar Saba, Herodion and the Church of the Navitiy. With other unique visits to the separation wall, refugee camps, grafitti of Banksy and others, plus much more.Tours are fully customizable, with professional guides that ensure a unforgettable experience in Palestine. Experience Palestine with us!

2. Free Bethlehem Walking Tours

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Free Bethlehem Walking Tours

Visit the beautiful city of Bethlehem where Jesus was born with the most significant historical, Political and religious sites in Bethlehem. • Licensed tour guides • Meeting point at the final bus stop of Jerusalem bus 231 in front of Bank of Jordan • We can arrange transportation from any point to Bethlehem.

3. Private Tours by Michael Jackaman

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Private Tours by Michael Jackaman

Private day tours exploring Bethlehem, walk through the old city, visit it's old quarters, Nativity Church, St. Jerome's Caves, Milk Grotto, Olive Press, Shepherd's Field and tour to other cities such as Jericho, Ramallah, Hebron and more.

4. Blessings Gift Shop and The Olive Wood Factory

80-82 Milk Grotto Street 2 Minutes Walk from Nativity Church .Very easy to find alone .Next Door To Milk Grotto Church, Bethlehem Palestinian Territories +970 595 713 504 [email protected] http://www.blessingsgiftshop.com
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Blessings Gift Shop and The Olive Wood Factory

Everyone is Welcome to order from our website and have their items shipped to them .The Olive Wood Factory in Bethlehem ,is a 3rd Generation christian family business run Since 1925 . You get to watch friendly local artist making all kinds of products from Olive Wood .Also the Bethlehem Panoramic View 360 degrees of all Bethlehem at the top of the factory ,and huge selections of olive wood products able to buy from the shop If like .Theres no pressure to buy anything .All welcome to view and take pictures.Its easy to find alone ,only 2 minutes walking from The Church of the Nativity and next door to Milk Grotto Church.Free Wifi ,Local Map ,coffee,tea,Help/ Advice ,all Free without the need to buy anything .Open Anytime by appointment outside opening hours.Closed Sundays

Reviewed By JP88Gomes

Bassem's gift shop and olive wood factory is really the best in Bethlehem. Everything is made with a lot of care, attention to detail, and prices are very reasonable. Unlike in the countless other gift shops where their only goal is to make you spend as much money as possible, Bassem doesn't put any pressure on you, but offers helpful advice and is very accommodating. He has a great panoramic view available to see, as well as his olive wood factory which is super interesting. Overall, if you're looking to buy gifts in the Holy Land to take back with you, this is the place to buy them!

5. Noor Women's Empowerment Group

Aida Refugee Camp, Bethlehem Palestinian Territories +970 598 736 629 http://WWW.noorweg.com
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Noor Women's Empowerment Group

This is tour of the Aida Refugee Camp located in Bethelehem conducted by a family who reside in the Camp. This walking tour gives a first hand experience of everyday life in the Camp. The residents here are descendents of Palestinians who were expelled from their villages in the Israeli-Arab war in 1949. The tour concludes with a wonderful cooking class of authentic Palestinian food.

Reviewed By dee0015

Was there with a group of ten in October 2018. Loved the food and hospitality! I bought their cookbook and have made several desserts since. Highly recommended.

6. Bunksurfing Alternative Tours

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Bunksurfing Alternative Tours

To educate yourself about the political, cultural, and historical aspects of the region please join us everyday are open for the group tour 11-2:30 which is gonna cost 150 Shekels per person covering tour guiding and car within the tour,we also organize private tours across the west-bank. Minimum number of participants for the group tours is 3, otherwise please contact us to make an agreement, make sure to check our website for any changes, and make sure to confirm your reservation either through email or Whatsapp. Transportation can be organized to and from any place in the holy-land, we also organize hiking, camping, and many other fun activities. ​ Contact us and I promise you will never regret it.

7. Carmel of the Holy Child Jesus

119 Jamal Abdel Nasser St., Bethlehem Palestinian Territories +970 2 274 2486
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Carmel of the Holy Child Jesus

It was St. Mary of Jesus Crucified (Mariam Baouardy) who, led by the Lord, indicated the place of the Order of Carmel monastery on top of the hill of David which is in front of the hill of the Nativity Church. The monastery was inaugurated in 1876 while the Chapel was blessed in 1892. You can visit the Chapel and the museum where all the belongings of St. Mary of Jesus Crucified are.

8. Church of the Nativity

Manager St, Bethlehem Palestinian Territories
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Church of the Nativity

Built over the Grotto of the Nativity by Constantine in 325 A.D.To view top of the Nativity church we recommend you visit the Blessings gift shop and The olive wood factory just 2 minutes walk next door to milk grotto church.Destroyed and rebuilt in the 6th century and renovated in the 11th century by the crusaders, this is the oldest Church in the Holy Land that is still in use.$20 fee to skip The Line With Guide for whole group.

Reviewed By BillPNo1 - Friendswood, United States

The Church of The Nativity is located in Bethlehem and is unfortunately located behind the walls of the Palestine area. In my mind, The Church of the Nativity with it's below-ground grotto/cave marking the birthplace of the Infant Jesus Christ, is second only to the Church of The Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem as the most sacred spot of Christianity in the Holy Land. Almost always crowded with reverent pilgrims, there are long lines, and often conflicts with scheduled religious services either Christian or Orthodox. Still, it is a "Must-See place for any trip to the Holy Land

9. Mar Saba Monastery

Juda Desert, Bethlehem Palestinian Territories +972 2-277-3135 http://www.seetheholyland.net/mar-saba
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Mar Saba Monastery

Founded in the 5th century, this Greek Orthodox monastery is considered the oldest and one of the strictest in the Holy Land.

Reviewed By phenning2347 - Dnipro, Ukraine

This is a must-see, even if you cannot get inside. The surrounding Judean Hills and the Kidron Valley are an amazingly beautiful place to hike, with breathtaking views. The monastery is set amid amazing scenery, with paths and steps going down into a wadi. Unfortunately the Israeli settlers use the Palestinian desert for their waste-disposal which has left the wadi badly polluted with rubbish and the water contaminated. It is shameful really - and heartbreaking.

10. The Church of St. Catherine

Bethlehem Palestinian Territories +970 2 274 2425 http://www.sacred-destinations.com/israel/bethlehem-st-catherine.htm
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The Church of St. Catherine

Reviewed By highimpactuk - Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom

This small and beautiful church is next to the church of nativity. This 19th-century church shares a wall with the Nativity church and remains a working church today. It has a lovely courtyard and is usually less crowded than the church of nativity.

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