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The Blue Stone Trail – Hasmonean Aqueduct
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Join us for a fascinating guided tour that includes panoramic views of ancient Jerusalem from a number of strategic vantage points aboveground while following the water that once flowed to Jerusalem through the remnants of the Lower Aqueduct deep beneath the ground.
The new Blue Stone Trail, named for the 28 blue tiles spread along the route, was created through a cooperative effort by the City of David Foundation, the Jerusalem Municipality and the Israel Antiquities Authority. The project, recently inaugurated on the Armon Hanatziv promenade in Jerusalem, uses spectacular paintings and artwork, as well as original songs, to trace the story of how water flowed to Jerusalem in ancient times.
The walk is in the aqueduct without water
The project is presented in partnership with the City of David and the Jerusalem Municipality.
Credit: Eliahu Yannai
Credit: Zvi Epstein
For additional information and to make a telephone reservation, call the Reservation Center.
Tour Track
Start Point:
Armon Hanatziv Promenade - Statue of the Birds Panormaic view from the Armon Hanatziv Promenade and tour of the underground aqueduct (which is dry)
End Point:
Armon Hanatziv Promenade Essential Information
- The tour involves walking through an aqueduct that no longer contains water
- Not recommended for people that are claustrophobic
- Babies can be carried in a front carry only
- One may not bring a stroller on the tour
- Flashlights are needed. They can be purchased onsite
- The aqueduct narrows at a point along the way
- One may only enter the aqueduct as a participant on one of the guided tours
For additional information and to make a telephone reservation, call the Reservation Center:
Prices
The Hasmonean Aqueduct is closed until further notice
| Ticket | Adult | Child(5-18), senior citizen* |
|---|---|---|
| Guided Tour | 35 | 25 |
| Entrance Fee | 15 | 12 |
Group over 30 people
| Private Tour Guide Prices | |
|---|---|
| Up to two hours | 430 nis |
| Ticket | Adult | Child(5-18), senior citizen* |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance Fee | 14 | 11 |
* Senior citizen - Women from the age of 60, men from the age of 65.
- Registration is required ahead of time.
- Senior citizen- Women from the age of 60, men from the age of 65.
- One may book a tour with a private tour guide through advanced registration of a minimum of 8 business days.
Opening Hours
Hasmonean Aqueduct - Opening Hours
| Day | Winter Schedule | Summer Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Sun- Thur | 17:00 - 8:00 | 19:00 - 8:00 |
| Friday | 13:00 - 8:00 | 08:00 - 16:00 |
Entrance to the aqueduct till 2 hours before closing time.
Guided Tours
| Tour | Winter Schedule | Summer Schedule | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | - | Friday | - | ||
| Hebrew Tour | 10:00 | - | 10:00 | - | |
Directions
Navigate to Armon Hanatziv Promenade
Public Transportation and Navigation using GPS/ WAZE
Buses to Derech Hebron: 71, 72, 74, 75, 8
WAZE – Peace Forest
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