About The Israel Museum

Established in the year 1965, the Israel Museum is home to some of the unique objects put up on display for the world to see. Venus of Berekhat Ram, the interior of a 1736 Zedek ve-Shalom synagogue from Suriname, necklaces owned by Yemen Jewish brides, Islamic Mihrab from 17th century Persia are few of the displays that are worth watching. The museum is located on a hill in the Givat Ram of Jerusalem and stands adjacent to the Bible Lands Museum, the Knesset, the Israeli Supreme Court, and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Must See

  • Hanukkah Lamp
  • Berlin
  • Weaving Shuttle
  • Electrum Coin
  • Abstract composition
  • Shrine of the book
  • Jewish Art and Life
  • The Jerusalem model
  • Thematic collections
  • Neighbouring Culture
  • Israeli Art

How to reach

Take Egged Bus 17, 17א to reach the Israel Museum bus stop.
The Tourist Bus 99 also stops at the Israel Museum bus stop. 
By Taxi or Rental Car to Israel Museum.

Tips

  • On Tuesday and Friday, there's free entry for children and teens under 18 years of age.
  • On Friday, the Museum remains closed except the Jerusalem Model and Shrine of the Book.
  • Hearing-impaired persons can book an audio guided tour in the ticket counter.
  • The Museum Map is available in different languages including the English language.  

Visit Time

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

No waiting time

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adults: 54 ILS
Students: 39 ILS
Children between 5 to 17 years of age: 27 ILS (Free on Tuesday and Saturday)
Senior Citizen: 39 ILS
Disabled Person: 27 ILS

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 27.78°C

 

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