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Zippori - “the ornament of Galilee.”
Zippori was the capital of the Galilee during the roman period. It thrived for 7 centuries. Tradition identified it as the home Virgin Mary’s parents. On our virtual tour of Zippori we shall walk through the water system, the Jewish neighborhood, the fort, and the market. We will also go in and visit the synagogue, "the Nile house", and "Dionysus house". Everywhere we turn we will see amazing mosaic floors, and all around us will be the views of the green rural lower Galilee.
Meeting Point
Zippori National Park gate
Zippori Nationl Park gate
Meeting, paying entrance fee, and introduction
The ancient water system
Walk fown to the sistern anf through the water tunnels that served the city in the Roman period
Upper parking lot
Begin walking tour of the ancient city: The roman theater, the Jewish neighborhood, the fort, and the market. We will also visit "the Nile house", and "Dionysus house" with their breathtaking mosaic floors, includin "the Mona Lisa of the Galilee".
The ancient synagogue
Watch the audio-visual show, ang look at the very famous mosaic xodiav ornament in the center of the floor.
Visitor center
Toilet and coffee break, souvenir shop.
End of tour
Ending Point
Zippori National Park visitor center
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guiding fee
Entrance fee to national park
Transportation
Tour Important Information
Please make sure to bring a personal bottle of water.
Wear a hat and use sun screen in summer. The tour is mostly outdoors - dress according the wheather. Comfortable shoes or sandals are requried (Please - no high heals or flip-flops).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can children join this tour as well?
Yes - children are welcome
How do I get there?
From the Hamovil – Nazereth junction (Road 79), between kilometer stones 22-23.
In Waze, type: Zippori National Park.
Public transportation between Nazareth and Haifa reach the Zippori interchance. From there it is a 3 km. walk to the site. The price of the bus - from Haifa - 12 nis, from Naxareth - 5.5 nis.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunatly - not.
What is the entrance fee?
Adult 28.00 nis
Child 14.00 nis
Student 24.00 nis
Openning hours of National Park: Winter: 08:00 - 16:0. Summer 08:00 - 17:00
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
