Dress Code at the Western Wall

Modest Attire Required

Men

• Kippah (head covering; provided at entrance)
• Long pants
• Shirt with sleeves (no tank tops)
• Tallit (prayer shawl) for prayer; tzitzit (fringes) optional

Women

• Skirt/dress below knee or long pants
• Top covering elbows and collarbone
• Head covering (scarf, hat, wig; provided)
• No exposed midriff, cleavage, or tight/form-fitting clothing

General

• Shoes removed only if entering covered prayer areas (optional).
• Security screening at entry.
• Photography restricted on Shabbat/holidays.

Modesty standards reflect Orthodox Jewish practice governing the plaza.