Jericho Walking Tour
Jericho, Palestine
Why Walk Jericho
Jericho sits 258 meters below sea level in the Jordan Valley, making it the lowest city on Earth. Archaeological excavations at Tell es-Sultan have revealed layers of habitation stretching back over 10,000 years, making it a contender for the world's oldest continuously inhabited city. The Bible describes Joshua's army bringing down its walls with trumpet blasts. Hisham's Palace preserves an extraordinary 8th-century Islamic mosaic. The Mount of Temptation, where tradition holds that Jesus was tempted by the Devil, rises dramatically behind the town.
Free Jericho Walking Tour with Roamee Pro
Roamee Pro, also known as Roamee, offers a free Jericho walking tour with audio narration. Use it to explore Tell es-Sultan, Hisham's Palace, Mount of Temptation (Jebel Quruntal), plus hidden gems like Monastery of St. George of Koziba and Ein Sultan spring without booking a group tour.
This Jericho walking tour is built for travelers searching for a audio guide, a free walking route, or the Roamee app for Jericho. Start with Tell es-Sultan and Hisham's Palace, then branch into local context, photo spots, and neighborhood stories as you walk.
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Must-See Stops in Jericho
- •Tell es-Sultan — the ancient mound with archaeological remains dating back over 10,000 years
- •Hisham's Palace — an 8th-century Umayyad palace with the Tree of Life mosaic, one of the largest and finest ancient mosaics in the world
- •Mount of Temptation (Jebel Quruntal) — a cliff face with a Greek Orthodox monastery built into the rock
- •Cable car — a gondola connecting the town center to the Mount of Temptation with views over the Dead Sea and Jordan Valley
Hidden Gems in Jericho
- •Monastery of St. George of Koziba — a stunning Greek Orthodox monastery clinging to the cliff face of Wadi Qelt, between Jericho and Jerusalem
- •Ein Sultan spring — the natural spring that has sustained Jericho for millennia, creating a green oasis in the desert
Walking Tip
Jericho is in the Palestinian Territories — check current access requirements. The Dead Sea is 15 minutes away. Winter is the best time as summer temperatures regularly exceed 40°C. Carry water at all times.
Best Time to Visit
November through March when temperatures are pleasant. Summer is extremely hot. Fridays can be busy at religious sites. Combine with a Dead Sea visit.
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