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Full disclosure, we are not avid museum people, but this place was full of art and artifacts. We mostly enjoyed the festival atmosphere outside with music and dancing as it was Independence Day and the mood was very festive.
This museum has been carefully planned and crafted to present Israel to the world with archaeological finds, the detailed display of the Dead Sea Scrolls and even a presentation of Jerusalem as it was in the first century before the destruction of the temple. That...More
We set aside a day to visit the museum - and found we needed every minute. Suggest the best ‘route’ is to start outside in the Art Garden before heading inside to see the Dead Sea scrolls and art galleries. Cafe and facilities were good...More
I went specifically to explore the Shrine of the Book in depth. The exhibition was very good, but not really for scholarship (need special arrangements for that). Read up on the story of the scrolls before you go so their explanations have more meaning. Also...More
Fascinating overview of the Dead Sea scrolls and how they have managed to fit the Torah onto a pinhead!. Well worth a visit
Gives a great overview of the old city especially looking at the model there. Actually helps one as going through the old city. Seeing the dead sea scrolls was amazing also. So much history.
This is very large and full of historical facts and artifacts. You will end up seeing only a small part. You will need to come back....
There’s really not a lot to add to the other “excellent” reviews already posted here. I only had about two hours and could have used at least another two. Besides viewing the Dead Sea Scrolls (amazing!) I spent the rest of my time in the...More
In one place, one is exposed to an entirely variety of exhibits, ranging from antiquities to modern art. For those interested in ancient history, make sure you visit the Aleppo Codex in the lower floor of the Shrine of the Book. This museum is a...More
There is so much to enjoy in this beautiful place! I spent quite a while just wandering the open air artwork before seeking shade in the fantastic Dead Sea Scrolls museum. Topped it all off with a walk through the beautiful halls of the modern...More
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