Location: Jerusalem
Top Things to do in Jerusalem
The 10 Best Specialty Museums in Jerusalem, Jerusalem District
Religious pilgrims have been traveling to Jerusalem for centuries, yet you don’t have to share their zeal in order to appreciate this city’s profound cultural and historical significance. Plan on seeing the major sights, but also leave plenty of time to walk through the streets and simply immerse yourself in the daily life of such an ancient and revered place.
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1. Israel Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,922 reviews
Comprising nearly 50,000 square meters and a six-acre sculpture garden, this complex features an impressive variety of collections from prehistoric archaeology to contemporary art.The children's wing is the most interactive section of this sprawling museum. There are special activities for kids during Jewish holidays and school vacations.
Reviewed By Archaeobuff - Sydney, Australia
Many highlights - the design of the Dead Sea scrolls building - the Shrine of the Book, the chronological order and clear presentation of the artefacts in the rest of the museum and the wonderful massive recreation of the old city of Jerusalem in 66 AD, the Second Temple Period, before the Romans destroyed the City and the Temple. Seek out the Pontius Pilate stone from Caesarea and the Jerusalem Prism from the time of Sennacharib, King of Assyria. Great gift shop and all the facilities.
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3. Terra Sancta Museum - Via Dolorosa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Y9130KXfabiob
The museum, is open in part, the multimedia section presents a very exciting immersive installation that traces the entire history of the city. Very recommended for those who want an introduction to the complex history of Jerusalem.
4. Karaite Jews Heritage Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
5. Islamic Museum
6. Kokia House Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
The Kokia House Visitors Center is dedicated to showcase the riches of the land as a common spiritual heritage to God’s people. During your visit, you will view a short film, an archaeological exhibition and an audio-visual presentation about the land of Israel.
Reviewed By Jeff90038 - Los Angeles, United States
Well worth a visit if you're going to Jaffa Street or Mahane Yehuda Market. Beautiful movie presentation of the significance of the Seven Species of the land of Israel. A small exhibition and artifacts courtesy of the Israel Antiquities Authority that display the Seven Species.
7. Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 305 reviews
The Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem holds a unique collection dating back to the beginning of written history. It tells the story of humanity, the story of culture, the story of where we came from and how we got here. It tells Your Story. The Museum presents the history of humanity through one of the most important collections of artifacts from the Ancient Near East – the Lands of the Bible. On display are the great civilizations that rose and flourished in this region – Sumer, Egypt, Babylon, Assyria, Canaan, Persia, Greece and Rome, who were responsible for the advancements of Western civilization. These cultures developed our understanding of science and technology, language and writing, economics and commerce, faith and religion and material culture. We invite you to explore the greatest revolutions in our ancient history and to discover the power of the continuum that is constantly transforming the world we live in.
Reviewed By FredaMina
Anyone could go through the museum using the audio and love this extraordinary collection of artifacts giving one understanding of the comprehensive history of the land of Israel..the land of the bible. Going thru the millennium one is bombarded with a rich collection that is well organized and easy to follow. Just set aside the time. But you'll only have half the pleasure without reserving a docent tour for yourself or a group. My guide Harriet Mark was passionate and well prepared to take me through the museum and point out so much of what I might not have noticed. Her editorial was fantastic, uber prepared, and her energy extraordinary. There's no question I will return again and most definitely make sure to request Harriet as my guide...think she will be great and engaging especially for families and groups...She makes Bible Land become alive!
8. U. Nahon Museum of Italian Jewish Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Dedicated to preserving and displaying objects related to Jewish life in Italy from the Middle Ages to present day, this museum features a rich collection including doors of a Torah Ark, a 15th-century stone tablet and brass and silver Hannukkiot (Hannukkah lamps).
Reviewed By 831davidmk
Beautiful and educational pieces from the Jewish Communities in Italy. Professional and fun curator. Overall great experience!
9. Tax Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
This unique museum examines taxation in ancient times, during the Diaspora to present day through a collection of uniforms, historic documents and a clay slab dating from the fourth century B.C.E. Persia.
Reviewed By MiriamS12345678 - Thornhill, Canada
Each time I have visited Israel over the past few years I wanted to see the Museum of Taxes in Jerusalem. It can be visited by appointment only. For one reason or another, I was unable to coordinate with the curator. During my recent holiday I was staying on Agripas Street just down the road from the Museum and was determined to connect and visit, and so I did. This was one of four museums I visited during my stay in Israel this time. It was head and shoulders above the others. The Museum has moved from its original location and is fresh and charming. In contrast to other museums that keep popping up in Jerusalem which rely on the bells and whistles of technology and are low in content, this one is rich in information while still being visually appealing. I was lucky enough to have a tour of the Museum with Mira- who is also the museum’s curator. I actually had an hour and a half private tour! The displays are largely in Hebrew and my tour was in Hebrew (my preference), but I understand that Mira can do the tour just as easily in English. I was drawn to the Museum as I am an accountant who works specifically in tax, but one most certainly need NOT be an accountant to enjoy this richly curated display of documents, letters and physical artifacts. The stronger one’s knowledge of history, literature, Hebrew and Bible, the more enjoyable this Museum would be. I would strongly recommend going on the tour with Mira and not going on a self-guided tour. She is able to share additional rich information and is able to draw out the humour and irony in various documents and displays. I would most definitely revisit this Museum and would highly recommend it to someone who loves history and likes to ask questions. Young children should wait until they are older to visit. The Museum of Taxes does not have regular hours and may be a bit difficult to find, but it is well worth making the effort to visit. In addition, for some inexplicable reason- this outstanding museum has no admission fee! Thank you Mira. I have visited many museums in Israel over many years- the Museum of Taxes in Jerusalem is my favorite.
10. Greek Orthodox Patriarchate Museum
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