Capernaum, Israel
Top things to do in Capernaum
15 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.
Sea of Galilee
Israel's largest freshwater lake, famous for biblical events and offering boating, swimming, and scenic promenades.
Capernaum
An ancient fishing village with well-preserved ruins, including a synagogue and Peter's house, central to Jesus' ministry.
Mount of Beatitudes
A serene hilltop in northern Israel where Jesus is believed to have delivered the Sermon on the Mount, offering panoramic views of the Sea of Galilee.
Church of the Multiplication
A Catholic church in Tabgha commemorating the miracle of the loaves and fishes, featuring a stunning 5th-century mosaic floor.
Church of the Primacy of Saint Peter
A Franciscan church on the Sea of Galilee marking the site where Jesus appeared to his disciples and reinstated Peter.
Tabgha
Tabgha is a serene site on the Sea of Galilee, home to the Church of the Multiplication, which commemorates Jesus' feeding of the 5,000.
Chorazin
Chorazin is an ancient Jewish village whose ruins include a well-preserved synagogue, offering a glimpse into 1st-century Galilean life.
St. Peter's Church, Capernaum
St. Peter's Church in Capernaum is a modern church built over the traditional site of Saint Peter's house, featuring a unique glass floor.
Mount Arbel
Mount Arbel offers panoramic views of the Sea of Galilee and features a nature reserve with hiking trails and an ancient fortress.
Monastery of the Holy Apostles
The Monastery of the Holy Apostles is a Greek Orthodox monastery near Capernaum, dedicated to the apostles and set in a tranquil lakeside setting.
Sea of Galilee Boat
The Sea of Galilee Boat is a 1st-century fishing vessel displayed at the Yigal Allon Museum, offering a tangible link to the time of Jesus.
Magdala
Ancient Jewish city and archaeological site with a first-century synagogue, linked to Mary Magdalene.
Kursi, Sea of Galilee
National park and archaeological site on the Sea of Galilee's eastern shore, identified as the site of the miracle of the Gadarene swine.
Domus Galilaeae
Catholic retreat center and chapel on the Mount of Beatitudes with panoramic views of the Sea of Galilee.
Church of the Beatitudes
A serene Catholic church on the Mount of Beatitudes, offering panoramic views of the Sea of Galilee and commemorating Jesus' Sermon on the Mount.
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