The Israel Museum has some of the best artifacts and unique objects in not just the history of the country but of the world. The museum was established in 1965 and is one of the largest museums in Middle East!

Highlights include:

• A Nail which is believed to be one of the nails used in the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
• Dead Sea scrolls (the oldest biblical manuscripts in the world).

The museum also has a Fine Art museum and an Art Garden and functions the other museum on their off-site location including the Rockefeller Museum and Ticho house. 

Admission prices:

• Adults : NIS 54
• Students: NIS 39
• Children and teens (aged 5 to 17: Free on Tues and Saturday (except groups and workshops): NIS 27 per person
• Senior Citizen (Upon presentation of official Israeli Ezrach Vatik or International ID): NIS 27
• Disabled: NIS 27
• Soldier / National Service (Upon presentation of suitable ID): Free
• Repeat Visit (within 3 months): NIS 27
• Jerusalem Resident Cardholder: NIS 46
• Leumi 1+1 cardholders: Discount on tickets purchased in advance on the Leumi Card website
• Isracard customers get 50% discount
• Free audio guide for hearing impaired visitors included with all tickets

For other prices, visit the official website. 

Library Hours:

• Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 10.00 am – 4.00 pm
• Tuesday: 4.00 pm -8.00 pm
• Closed on Friday, Saturday, Holiday Eves, and Holidays

Museum Shop:

• The Museum's shop is open during regular Museum hours and also during the day on Tuesdays.

For other timings, visit the official website.

• Bus: The Israel Museum / Ruppin
• Light Rail: at Pioneer
• Taxi
• Rent a Bike
• On foot

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