At the end of January 2026, Israel’s Ministry of Tourism announced the opening of a new pilgrimage route in Jerusalem that follows an ancient stone pavement over 2,000 years old. The route was discovered through decades of archaeological excavations conducted by the City of David in partnership with the Israel Antiquities Authority.
The tour begins with a panoramic view of Ancient Jerusalem before descending to the Font of Siloam, an ancient reservoir historically associated with the healing of a blind man by Jesus Christ. Travelers then follow the historic pilgrimage path, where the city’s history unfolds through the landscape, historical facts, and artifacts uncovered during excavations. The journey concludes at the Davidson Center, managed by the Jewish Quarter Renovation company, which includes access to an interactive museum and a walk along the site of ancient city walls.
The Ministry recommends advance ticket bookings due to limited seating capacity. The route involves an uphill climb of approximately 600 meters, is fully illuminated for safety, and permits entry with infants in baby carriages.
