Experts' Choice Award Israel Museum
What the experts agree on
The Israel Museum's Dead Sea Scrolls are legendary, but experts rave just as much about its sweeping 5,000-year historical narrative spanning art, archeology, and religious artifacts—a world-class collection that justifies the visit alone.
“Israel’s national museum would be a treasure-trove even if it didn’t house the Dead Sea Scrolls.”
– Frommer's
Fodor's "This world-class museum shines... The Dead Sea Scrolls are certainly the museum's most famous—and most important—collection." Full review
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Don't miss the small side rooms devoted to glass, coins, and the Hebrew script.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"One of Israel's most impressive cultural assets, this splendid museum gives an excellent grounding in the region's 5000 years of history." Full review
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Before starting your tour (dedicate at least half a day), be sure to pick up a complimentary audioguide from the visitor centre.
Afar Magazine "I definitely recommend beginning with the Model of Jerusalem followed by the exhibit devoted to the Dead Sea Scrolls." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"Founded in 1965, the Israel Museum is the country's largest cultural institution and one of the world's leading art and archeology museums." Full review
National Geographic "The national Israel Museum—home to the Dead Sea Scrolls, a fascinating Judaica wing featuring reconstructed synagogues from around the world, and more—is high on my list"
