Time Elevator

Time Elevator Jerusalem offers a unique, cinematic experience that condenses millennia of Jerusalem's storied past into a 30-minute show. Visitors sit in a moving theater that simulates an elevator ride through time, with special effects like wind, vibrations, and scents to enhance the immersion. The attraction uses a large screen, surround sound, and a moving platform to create the sensation of traveling from the biblical era to modern times. The narrative covers key events such as the construction of the First and Second Temples, the Roman conquest, the Crusades, and the city's reunification in 1967. While the production is engaging and family-friendly, some visitors find the effects dated and the storyline simplistic. It's located near the Jerusalem Time Elevator building in the city center, making it a convenient stop for tourists. The experience is available in multiple languages, including English, Hebrew, and Arabic.

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• Experience a simulated 'elevator ride' through Jerusalem's history
• Watch key historical events reenacted on a giant screen
• Feel special effects like wind and motion during the show
• Choose from multiple language narrations
• Located in central Jerusalem, near other tourist attractions

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Know before you go

• Shows run on a schedule; arrive at least 15 minutes early.
• Headphones with language options are provided. English is available.
• Suitable for children, but very young kids might find the effects intense.
• Photography and video are not allowed during the show.

A bit of history

Time Elevator Jerusalem opened in the late 1990s as one of the first 'time travel' attractions in Israel. It was designed to provide an educational yet entertaining overview of Jerusalem's history for tourists and locals alike.