Israel Museum

The Israel Museum brings together some of the country’s most important archaeological treasures, Jewish art, and international works of art in one hillside campus in Jerusalem.

A private visit can focus on the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Shrine of the Book, the model of Jerusalem in the Second Temple period, archaeology from the Land of Israel, Jewish life and ritual, or a selection of the museum’s art collections. It is a good choice for travellers who want context before exploring Jerusalem’s ancient sites, or who prefer to spend time with a few objects and stories rather than rush through a large museum.

It is also a way to see how the many cultures, faiths, and communities of this region have preserved their stories through objects, art, and material life.