Paul's missionary journeys: the Holy Land connection

While Paul's missionary journeys ranged across Turkey, Greece, and the Mediterranean, several pivotal moments occurred in the Holy Land — and you'll visit the sites.

Damascus Road (Acts 9): Paul's conversion happened on the road from Jerusalem to Damascus. While Damascus is in Syria today, the road began at Jerusalem's gates.

Jerusalem Council (Acts 15): Paul argued before the apostles that Gentile converts didn't need to follow Jewish law. This decision, made in Jerusalem, shaped the future of Christianity. Tradition places the Upper Room on Mount Zion as the meeting location.

Caesarea (Acts 23–26): Paul was imprisoned in Herod's palace at Caesarea for two years. He gave his defense before Governor Felix, Governor Festus, and King Agrippa in the judgment hall. Standing in the ruins of that hall is one of the most powerful Acts moments you'll experience in Israel.

The Voyage (Acts 27): From Caesarea's harbor, Paul sailed for Rome. The ancient port where his ship departed is still visible in the archaeological park.