Hotels near Dome of the Rock

The Dome of the Rock (Qubbat al-Sakhra) is one of Islam's holiest shrines and the visual landmark of Jerusalem's Old City - built 691 AD by Umayyad Caliph Abd al-Malik on the Temple Mount (Haram al-Sharif). The 20-metre golden dome covers the Foundation Stone, sacred in all three Abrahamic faiths as the rock where Abraham nearly sacrificed Isaac (Judaism), and where Muhammad ascended to heaven during the Night Journey (Islam). The Al-Aqsa Mosque on the southern side of the Mount complements it.

The Temple Mount platform is open to non-Muslims Sunday-Thursday 07:30-10:30 and 12:30-13:30 (entry only via the Mughrabi Bridge at the Western Wall plaza). Closed Fridays, Saturdays, and Muslim holidays. The Dome of the Rock interior is closed to non-Muslims - the platform itself is the visit. Modest dress strictly enforced. Free entry. Free to visit but bring passport for security check. Allow 1-2 hours.

Pro Tip: Arrive at the Mughrabi Bridge by 07:15 to clear security before 07:30 opening - non-Muslim visitor numbers are limited daily and access can close early on high-tension days. The walk around the Dome's exterior at sunrise is one of the most photogenic in the Middle East.