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Israel Museum

Ruppin Boulevard, Near The Knesset, Jerusalem, Israel 91710

Featured Review : One of the many educational and interesting places we visited in Israel this summer was the Israel Museum located in Jerusalem, not far from the parliament building. There are various buses that will stop at the museum,...See Full Review

  • Category:Museums
  • Hours:Mon., Wed., Sat. and, Jewish holidays 10-4; Tues. 4-9; Thurs. 10-9; Fri. and Jewish holiday eves... Read More
  • Price:NIS 40 (includes audio-guide); half price for return visit within one month (keep your ticket)
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Israel Museum Reviews

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Quote: Covering a hilltop in West Jerusalem, the Israel Museum ranks among the best in the world. It contains the unique Dead Sea Scrolls and a first-rate collection on archaeology of the Holy Land, as well as a fascinating display of Jewish art.

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Quote: For anyone who is interested in Jewish history, biblical archeaology, or art, this is a must see. A lot of the artifacts and things that have been discovered throughout Israel are housed here. (Occasionally, you will see reproductions at the site... Read the full Israel Museum review

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Israel Museum

  • 3 out of 5 stars by daisy from new york, New York
  • June 6, 2025
Quote: This museum has exhibits that range from pre-historic archeology to contemporary art. Here, you’ll also find the Dead Sea Scrolls and many other artifacts from ancient times. There’s also a sculpture garden, from which you get a great view of the... Read the full Israel Museum review

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