Old City of Acre, Crusader Heritage and Ottoman Landmarks
Napoleon Hill: Start the tour overlooking the old city from the hill where Napoleon's army once stood and fired at Acre.
Visitor Center - Knight's Hall: Beneath our feet still lies the old Crusader capital of Acre. Hear about the different orders of the Crusader army, walk through their streets, and experience their amazing architecture.
Walls of the Old City: Walk on the city walls and unfold the story of Napoleon's great defeat in Acre.
El-Jazar's Mosque and the Turkish Bazaar: Moving into the Ottoman period, hear about the ancient relic still lying in Acre's most prominent mosque. As you walk through the Turkish bazaar, see local artists and connect with the locals.
The Marketplace: Amazing colors, scents, and tastes lead the way through the marketplace. Here, get to know how to bargain, trade, and look for the best goods. This is also the time for the famous hummus meal during the lunch break.
Pillars' Inn: This beautiful seamen's inn lies right by the port and holds one of six unique clock towers in Israel. The mark of the Sultan tells the story of the whole Ottoman Empire, while the amazing granite pillars hold a hidden bond to the Crusaders who once ruled the city.
Crusader's Tunnel: Learn about the contingency plan formed by the mighty Knights Templars in Acre. They built a secret underground escape tunnel from the keep to their private port.
Merchant's Inn: Finish the tour at the beautiful Merchant's Inn. Now flourishing with restaurants, its walls hold the secret plan of the Jewish advisor who came up with the means to defeat Napoleon's army and change Israel's history forever.
