Bethlehem Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in the State of Palestine
About Bethlehem
The "little town" of Bethlehem, mentioned in Christmas carols, attracts pilgrims worldwide on account of its description in the New Testament (and particularly the Gospels) asthe Biblical birthplace of Jesus, whom Christians believe to be Messiah and Son of God. TheChurch of the Nativity, one of the oldest churches in the world, is the focus of Christian veneration within the city. Modern textual analysis has almost universally drawn the conclusion thatNazareth, the place where Jesus spent most of his later life and the home town of Joseph and Mary was probably his actual birthplace, but that has not lessened the draw of this city for Christian pilgrims. Bethlehem is also revered by Jews and Muslims as the birthplace andhome town of David, Biblical prophet and King of Israel, as well as th
Top Attractions in Bethlehem
Explore the best things to see and do in Bethlehem:
- ★Al-Badd Museum for Olive Oil Production
- ★Banksy: Angel
- ★Banksy Art
- ★Banksy: Dove with bulletproof vest
- ★Banksy: Girl checking soldier
- ★Banksy: Man throwing Flowers
- ★Bethlehem University
- ★Catholic (Latin) Shepherds' Fields
Where to Eat in Bethlehem
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Abu Shanab
- 🍴Afteem Restaurant
- 🍴Beit Jala Pork Butcher Shop
- 🍴Bon Jour Café
- 🍴Bonjour Restaurant & Cafe
- 🍴Dar Jdoudnah
Where to Stay in Bethlehem
- 🏨Abu Jubran Lutheran Guest House
- 🏨Al Salam Hotel
- 🏨Beit Al Liqa
- 🏨Bunksurfing Hostel
- 🏨Dheisha Camp Homestay
- 🏨Everest Hotel
Bethlehem Travel Guide Sections
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