East Jerusalem
The only English-language bookstore in East Jerusalem, the Educational Bookshop attracts journalists, aid workers, activists and intellectuals. There's a…
Must-see shopping in Jerusalem
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Jerusalem
Browse through dramatic historic B&W photos of the Old City and other sights in Jerusalem from before 1967, shot by well-known Armenian photographer Elia…
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Jerusalem
Grinding sesame into paste since 1947, this irresistible stall is hard to miss thanks to its crown-shaped sign, huge wheels of halva and attendant…
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Jerusalem
Several generations of the Kouz family have sold high-quality Armenian-style ceramics out of this shopfront. And this will be the last. No offspring will…
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Jerusalem
One of the city's oldest streets, this cobblestone alleyway is lined with small artists' galleries and workshops producing jewellery, paintings, Judaica,…
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East Jerusalem
The longest-established Armenian-style ceramics studio in Jerusalem, this family business is run by Neshan Balian, grandson of a master potter from Turkey…
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Jerusalem
Sleek, minimalist designs characterise the metalwork of versatile artist Yaakov Greenvurcel. His gleaming challah trays and dreidels are among the Judaica…
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Jerusalem
After you stroll through New Gate into Jerusalem's Old City, it's hard to resist taking a peek inside the colourful ceramics workshop of Armenian brothers…
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Jerusalem
Jerusalem is full of delicious cheese, but Basher Fromagerie isn’t worried about its competitors because… well, it’s Basher. Beloved by Jerusalem…
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East Jerusalem
This non-profit outfit empowers Palestinian artisans by promoting and selling traditional handicrafts, including embroidery, basketry, weaving, carving…
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Jerusalem
Personalised perfumes are't just for celebrities. After a thorough survey of your likes and dislikes as well as a short life history, Perfuniq's French…
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Jerusalem
Yerevan-born Arman Darian might be the best-known ceramicist in Israel, having installed his designs in many public buildings. Skilfully decorated ceramic…
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Jerusalem
Drawing inspiration from European and Middle Eastern design, Morocco-born artist Danny Azoulay creates ketubahs (Jewish wedding contracts) with lacy paper…
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Jerusalem
Situated in a lovely old house near the Hurva Synagogue, this upmarket shop sells jewellery made with gold, diamonds and fragments of Jerusalem stone…
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Jerusalem
Traditional Jewish ritual items are given a fresh, contemporary overhaul at Benny Heifetz' studio, where he crafts silver Torah pointers, jaggedly…
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Jerusalem
An astonishing range of kippot (yarmulkes or skullcaps) bulge from the entryway to this hole-in-the-wall shop on pedestrianised Ben Yehuda St. There are…
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Jerusalem
Operated by the Arab Orthodox Society, this craft shop sells embroidered clothing, bags, purses and pillows made by West Bank women working to preserve…
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Jerusalem
This chain bookshop with several branches around town, including this one in Jaffa Rd and another in the German Colony. It has a good range of English…
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Jerusalem
The Old City's largest Jewish bookstore, plus Judaica and souvenirs, located across from the massive Wohl Torah Centre and just below Hurva Square.
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Jerusalem
Choose from every size, colour and style of shisha and a selection of tobacco flavours. It doubles as a popular bar for yeshiva students at night.
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Jerusalem
New-school millinery selling Panamas, trilbys, fedoras, pork pies, safaris and everything in between (except baseball caps) for men and women.
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Jerusalem
Low-pressure shopping experience for olive-wood religious souvenirs, including crosses, manger scenes, plus Judaica and jewellery.
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Jerusalem
Dedicated antiques-lovers are often disappointed by their rummaging in the Old City until they reach Alan Baidun's store. All antiques – from Egyptian…
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Jerusalem
The German Colony branch of this chain bookstore has a wide range of fiction, non-fiction and travel, including a small selection of books in English.
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Jerusalem
Branch of a popular chain selling maps and travel guidebooks (including Lonely Planet), as well as quality camping supplies and outdoor gear for those…
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Jerusalem
Israeli fashion designer Rina Zin uses natural fabrics (linen, cotton, wool) in muted hues to craft her casual yet elegant pieces, which suit women of all…
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Jerusalem
Between the 5th and 6th stations of the Via Dolorosa is this shop selling olive-wood religious carvings, icons, jewellery, Jewish prayer shawls and…
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Jerusalem
This 200-year-old family business, run by friendly brothers Isaac and Jacob, sells well-priced culinary and medicinal herbs and spices.
