Israel MuseumvsRockefeller Archeological Museum
Both Israel Museum and Rockefeller Archeological Museum are rated very highly by writers. Overall, Israel Museum ranks significantly better than Rockefeller Archeological Museum. Israel Museum is ranked #2 in Jerusalem with accolades from 4 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Frommer's.
Israel Museum
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Givat Ram, Ruppin Rd., Jerusalem, Israel
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Frommer's "Israel’s national museum would be a treasure-trove even if it didn’t house the Dead Sea Scrolls." Full review
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Don’t just see the scrolls and bolt! You’ll want to dedicate a good half-day to touring here.
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
Rockefeller Archeological Museum Frommer's Fodor's Lonely Planet Frommer's
Sultan Suleman Street, East Jerusalem, Jerusalem 91710, Israel
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Frommer's "Located near Herod's Gate... the Rockefeller is a treasury of regional archaeological objects ranging from the Stone Age to the 18th century." Full review
Fodor's "This museum's octagonal white stone tower is an East Jerusalem landmark." Full review
Lonely Planet "Though overlooked by many visitors to the city, this archaeological museum is well worth a visit." Full review
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Don't miss the extraordinary stucco dome from the diwan (Muslim meeting place) – and an exquisite wooden model of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Frommer's "Located across the road from Herod’s Gate, this museum is filled with local ancient and archeological objects uncovered by expeditions during the first half of the 20th century" Full review
