There are said to be more museums in Israel per person than in any other country in the world. From the major institutional Israeli museums in particular the Israel Museum Jerusalem, and the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, to small museums in towns or villages, Israel is truly criss-crossed with high-quality museums about almost every topic conceivable. Museums in Israel offer a vast exploration of all fields including art, music, history, religion and much more. Below is our listing of museums in Israel, if you are specifically interested in Museums in Tel Aviv or Museums in Jerusalem, see the relevant pages.
Museums in Israel
Museums in Israel
Katzrin
Known as the “capital of the Golan Heights”, Katzrin is full of beautiful scenery and fascinating history. The original Katzrin, which dates back to the Byzantine era, was destroyed by an earthquake in 749 CE. Thousands of years later, you can still see some of the ruins that tell the story of the ancient town.... Read More
10 Best Museums in Tel Aviv
There are loads of museums in Tel Aviv ranging from large, national institutions such as the Tel Aviv Museum of Art and Beit Hatfutsot: The Museum of the Diaspora, to smaller, more specialist museums such as the Museum of the History of Tel Aviv-Yafo, the Bauhaus Museum, and the Reuven Rubin Museum. There are also many great museums in the towns surrounding Tel Aviv: the Design Museum in the city of Holon to the south, and the Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art in Herzliya, north of Tel Aviv. Read More
7 Museums Off The Beaten Path in Israel
Israel is a region covered with ancient architecture and littered with a diverse and fascinating history, so it’s no surprise that they’re hiding museums in every corner of the country. While we’ve already covered our favorite museums in Tel Aviv, and a few of our favorites outside the White City, like Beit Hatfusot and the... Read More
Design Guide for Tel Aviv
While we don’t have favorite cities, our design guide for Tel Aviv is our love letter to one of the cities we most adore. Once you land in Tel Aviv and take in its cinematic beauty, be sure you don’t miss the splendor of its unique skyline. You’ll see how this thriving urban center earned... Read More
The Museum of the Underground Prisoners, Akko (Acre)
History of the Museum of the Underground Prisoners The Museum of the Underground Prisoners in Akko tells the story of the underground fighters who fought for the independence of the State of Israel. The years leading to the establishment of the State of Israel were fraught by a bitter conflict between the Jewish and Arab... Read More
Hospitaller Fortress (Knights’ Halls), Akko
The Hospitaller Fortress is one of the most impressive sites in Akko. The Hospitallers, also known as the Order of the Knights of Saint John, were a military order of warrior monks created in the time of the Crusades. The Hospitaller Order helped pilgrims on their journey to the Holy Land, providing them with protection... Read More
The Center for Contemporary Art
The Center for Contemporary Art is Israel’s leading institution for contemporary art. The museum, a non-profit organization, puts on 4-6 big exhibitions every year by local and international artists. The artists’ work is often inspired by a theme or an idea suggested by the gallery. In addition to exhibitions, the CCA offers public programming, including... Read More
Best Art Galleries in Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is a dynamic city filled with art, culture, museums, and galleries. Tel Aviv is Israel’s cultural capital, with homegrown talent and international names showing off each month. The city is alive with busy markets, street art, glorious beaches, and delicious food. Tel Aviv is Israel’s non-stop destination with exciting things to see and... Read More
Treasures in the Walls Museum, Akko
About The Museum The Treasures in the Walls Museum is an ethnographic museum dedicated to the city’s craftsmanship. Located inside the northeastern walls of old Akko, the museum depicts life in the Galilee during the 19th and early 20th centuries. A huge assortment of crafts, art, and even children’s books are on display. The hundreds... Read More
The Israel Children’s Museum, Holon
The Israeli Children’s Museum provides unique learning experiences that are one-of-a-kind in Israel. Since it opened in 2001, more than two million visitors of all ages have passed through its doors. The museum offers a variety of adventurous activities to encourage learning around emotional intelligence, tolerance, and acceptance. The museum’s fundamental purpose is to create... Read More
Things To Do On A Rainy Day in Jerusalem
Winter in Israel tends to be temperate and comfortable, with the rainy season starting in the middle of October and lasting until March. While most of the winter in Israel is mild, the weather in Jerusalem can be much cooler. In fact, in the winter Jerusalem even gets a day or two of snow! On... Read More