3 Best Places to Shop in West Jerusalem, Jerusalem

Israeli prime ministers have been shopping for gifts here since 1951. This is the factory showroom, and it stocks everything from high-quality olive-wood cutting boards to attractive trays decorated with Armenian pottery tiles.

Known locally as Kenyon Malcha, this sprawling mix of shops covers 500,000 square feet and is one of the largest malls in the Middle East. It includes a department store, a supermarket, and almost 200 shops and eateries, all near the city's two main sports arenas. Expect brands like Mango, Zara, and H&M as well as local chains. On Friday morning there is a range of home-cooked food, breads, cakes, and more on offer before Shabbat.

Artist Ruth Havilio makes hand-painted tiles that can make your table shine, give your floors a shot of Middle Eastern color, or brighten up a child's room. You can have your tiles personalized (though not on the spot). To get there, take the alley to the left of St. John's Church. Part of the charm of the gallery is its evocative courtyard setting.