Free Time In Hebron: It is very easy to find interesting and entertaining things to do in Hebron, West Bank, Palestine. There are many food and drink establishments lining Ein Sarah Street, Hebron’s main thoroughfare, on which the Volunteer in Palestine is located, so for lunch, whether you want to get a quick takeaway falafel or find a spot to play chess and drink tea, Hebron’s city center will cater to you.
You will find fresh juice stands, ice cream and sweet shops, shawarma joints, and even a KFC, a short walk away if you can’t escape some Western cravings. But make sure you ask the other internationals and volunteers where the “1 shekel donut” shop is—it’s a not-so-secret secret among them.
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Shopping and Markets in Hebron
Hebron is a city filled with shops, stores, malls, and supermarkets. From small “mom-and-pop” markets to large modern grocery stores, you will most likely find what you need. There is also a large supermarket within a fifteen-minute walk of Volunteer in Palestine, and it is commonplace for international participants to withdraw currency from the ATMs.
Cafe, For Tea or Coffee
Once your shopping is complete, there are several other activities. The city and its surrounding area are beautiful, so long walks are a wonderful opportunity that should be taken advantage of whenever possible. Local Palestinians are especially friendly, and many will invite you into their places of work or a cafe for tea, coffee, and conversation. If you are lucky, someone may bring you sweets, too.
Many Opportunities to Travel with Other Volunteers
On days off, you will have the opportunity to travel and sightsee with other volunteers. Ultimately, your trip to volunteer to teach English or to learn Arabic at Volunteer in Palestine will be interesting and immersive. You will experience a completely different culture and be able to use your free time to explore its ins and outs.
Take the chance to travel on your own or with other volunteers and see distinctive tourist sights from a local’s point of view, such as Bethlehem, Ramallah, Nablus, Hebron, Tulkarm, Qalqilyah, Jenin, and the Dead Sea in Jericho.
Moreover, Weekends in Israel exploring famous historical cities such as Jericho, Jerusalem, Akko, Tel Aviv, the Dead Sea, Eilat, Tiberias, Nazareth, Be’er Sheva, Ashdod, and Masada await you! Travel to Jordan’s most ancient sites in Petra, Amman, Wadi Rum, Irbid, and Aqaba, and broaden your experiences in the Middle East!
Free Time in Palestine Will be Spent with Your Host Family
As a female, more of your free time in Palestine will be spent with your host family. You will be fully immersed in Palestinian home life, including childcare and cooking. In addition, you can attend large celebrations such as weddings and family events.
Sightseeing in Hebron
There are interesting sights to see in Hebron, including the Cave of the Patriarchs (known locally as Ibrahimi Mosque) and the Oak of Abraham at Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Monastery. According to tradition, the Oak marks the site where God and three angels appeared to Abraham and announced that his wife, Sarah, would become pregnant. You can also explore the miles of ancient souq in the Old City and visit the glassblower, ceramics, and keffiyeh factories in Hebron, watching these traditional products be made before your eyes.
Alongside this, if you pass through the checkpoint, you can view the Israeli settlement in H2, although be mindful that if you are Muslim or you present as Arab, the soldiers may deny your entrance to H2. Additionally, you may be more comfortable initially exploring H2 with a group.
In H2, you can visit the Beit Hadassah Museum, explore the Tomb of Jesse and Ruth, and see Tel Rumeida, an archeological site that returns to the Bronze Age. Visiting the Old City and the settlement will also give you a strong sense of the impact of the occupation and the political and social realities of the nearby people.
Fitness Centers and Gyms
Hebron, Palestine, has about 10 gyms scattered around the city, which means you have a lot to choose from, and there is almost guaranteed to be one close to you and Volunteer in Palestine.
There are mainstream gyms tailored to all your basic needs, including personal trainers, quality equipment, and such, like the Prestige Gym, Fitness Power, Future Gym, and the Hebron University Gym.
Students of Hebron University can join the university’s sports club and participate in activities that include athletics, basketball, football, handball, karate, swimming, and volleyball.
There are also more specialized gyms and sports/fitness clubs, which are beneficial if you have specific fitness goals or needs.
There are entire gyms dedicated to pilates, yoga, and intense muscle training in Hebron, Palestine.
Open for Your Convenience
Many gyms are open 6 days a week, 14 hours a day (morning from 9 am to 5:00 pm for women only and evening from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm for men). Normally, female gyms and male gyms are separated.
Joining a gym in Hebron costs you around 200 NIS a month, around 50 Euro.
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 150.00 ₪ |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 35.00 ₪ |
| Swimming | 25.00 ₪ |
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