Pesach Kaytana: Spring Day Camp
The week before Pesach is school vacation for kids in Jerusalem. There are a variety of Spring Day Camp options for parents who need the time to prepare for Pesach. It is a great opportunity to teach your children art, sports and more.
The following is a list of local camps. If you know of more feel free to add them to the comments section or to email us.
Gheppeto’s Wood Workshop Kaytana
Ages: 6-12
Dates: March 21-25 (Daily rate available)
Time: 9am-1pm
Cost: 680 NIS (15% discount for siblings)
Includes: Material for one project a day as well as a week long group project
Contact: 077-456-0165
YMCA: King David Street
Ages:Gan Chova-6th Grade
Dates: March 21-25
Time: 8am-3pm
Cost: 500 NIS
Includes: Morning Snack and hot kosher lunch, swimming, sports, art and more.
Contact: 02-569-2684
Ein Yael “Saba Jack” Horseback Riding School
Includes: Horseback riding, Taking care of horses, dog training and more
Hours: 8am-1pm
Dates:March 22-28th
Contact: 02-645-3573 (after 4pm) or 050-680-1985
Ein Yael Pesach Kaytana
Includes:Arts & Crafts, cheese making, milking cows, recycling workshop, storytime, bow and arrow, cooking and more.
Hours: 8am-3:30pm
Dates:March 21-25th
Cost: 550 NIS (Includes snack and lunch)
Contact: 02-645-1866
Bible Lands
Dates: March 21-25
Times: 8:30am-1:00pm
Includes: Tours of the Museum, art workshops, cooking, games, plays and costumes
Ages: 1st-5th Grade
Contact: 02-561-1066
ICCC
Date: March 21-28, 2010
Cost: 700 NIS 8am-1:00pm, 930 NIS 8am-3:30pm (includes lunch)
“Chess & Sports” Spring Camp: Chess, Basketball, Soccer, Frisbee, Table Tennis
“Tasting & Creative” Spring Camp: Art, Painting, Cooking
Ages: 1st grade -5th grade
Contact: 02-566-4144, 052-268-8666
Location:12 Emek Refaaim
El Halev: IMPACT (Girls Self Defense Course)
Date: March 22-25th 10:00am-2:00pm
Cost: 1000 NIS
Ages: 12-17
Location:Pierre Kenig 37, Talpiot
Contact: 02-678-1764
www.elhalev.org
Israel Museum: Art Festival Day Camp
Activities: Landscape painting, portraits, collage, sculpture, still life
Dates: March 21-25th 8:30am-1:30pm
Ages: Gan Chova-5th Grade
Cost: 110 NIS per day (can register per day)
Reservations Required Contact: 02-670-8960
For information about backyard camps run by teenagers please contact us.
Check our Calendar of Events for other activities going on the week before Pesach and on Chol Hamoed.
Activities and Events for Kids in Jerusalem-Succot 2009
For a full list of Succot events and details please visit our Calendar of Events. New events will be added so check back with us again soon!
Special Events for Succot
Birkat Cohanim “Priestly Blessing” at the Kotel
Monday October 5, 2009
If you have never been to the Kotel (Western Wall) for the Birkat Cohanim, then it is a true “Chavaya” experience. This Succot on Monday of Chol Hamoed, walk to the Kotel (Western Wall) and see thousands of people recite and receive the priestly blessing.
Time:Prayers begin at 8:15am and the Birkat Cohanim for Shacharit is usually recited around 9am and for Mussaf at 10am.
Getting There:Keep in mind that the Old City will be closed to private cars during Succot. There will be an Egged Bus line from the Carta parking lot to the Kotel.
Jerusalem March & Parade
Tuesday October 6, 2009
The day begins with family activities in Gan Sacher (across from Wolfson Towers)
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
Activities: Shows, HOP Live!, Electric Train, crafts, artists and more.
Parade: Starting at 2:30pm the parade will walk in the center of town.
Do not plan to drive anywhere within the city on that day. The streets will be closed to cars.The city recommends you park in Teddy Stadium or Binyanei Hauma. For detailed information call 106.
Red Bull Soap Box Car Festival
Wednesday October 7, 2009
Location: Gan Sacher
Activities: Soap Box Car Competition. Children’s activities, a flying car competition, attractions, market and more.
Cost: Free
The Largest Succah in Israel: Jerusalem Kikar Safra
This year’s theme: MUSIC
Dates: Oct 3, 2009-Oct 7, 2009
Place:Kikar Safra
Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm
Special Kids Events:
Sat Oct 3: Adi’s Music Box (8:00pm-10:00pm)
Sun Oct 4: Adi’s Music Box (6:00pm)
Mon Oct 5: Meet the Mayor 5pm-7pm, Build Musical Instruments from Recycled Objects
All performances are in Hebrew. For more information please call 106.
Beit Avi Chai-Oct 4-8, 2009
Comics Workshop: Learn to draw Comics about the Ushpizin
Ages: 8-12
Time: 11:00am & 1:00pm
Cost: 10 NIS
Puppet Theater & Story Time (Includes Art Workshop)
Ages: 4-8
Time: 11:30am & 1:30pm
Cost: 10 NIS
Location: Beit Avi Chai 44 King George
Parking: Lot is located on Keren Kayemet L’Israel
Reservations: 02-621-5300
A Journey Through Time: Succot in the Archaeological Park Davidson Center-Oct 4-8, 2009
“Young Archaeologists”
Sift through earth to discover findings from the Western Wall Plaza Dig.
Time: 1:00pm-6:00pm
“Musical Workshop for Kids”
Imagine you are the Levites in the Holy Temple making music and singing.
Time: 4:00pm-6:30pm
Tour Zedekiah’s Cave
Beneath the old City lies the Quarry used for the Stones that built the Beit Hamikdash “Holy Temple.” Two hour tours at 11am and 2pm leave from Jaffa Gate Information Station
Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
Contact: 02-627-7550
Jerusalem Tours Run by Gesher
11:00am Heroes of Jerusalem (King David St)
4:00pm Tour the earliest neighborhoods of Jerusalem (Machane Israel, Nachalat Shiva, Beit David)
7:00pm Musical Tour, Magical tour of Shaananim and Yemin Moshe
All tours include free art workshops for kids.
Tours are in Hebrew and leave from Beit Gesher, Rechov David Hamelech 10.
Tickets: 20 NIS/Adult 10 NIS/Child
Contact: 02-622-8040
Art & Nature
Gheppeto’s Wood Workshop
Enjoy hands on activities at Ghepetto’s Woodworking Workshop during Chol Hamoed. On Succot there will be special open hours for the public from 10:00am-6:30pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Make sure to make a reservation for one of the three daily sessions. Click here and print a special discount coupon for Fun In Jerusalem readers.
Kad V’Chomer “Paint Your Own Ceramics Studio”
Ages: Fun for all ages
Location: Kikar Safra 4
Contact: 02-624-5329
Prices: Prices vary depending on what you paint
Succot Hours:
Sun, Mon, Wed 11:00am-7:00pm
Tues & Thurs 11:00am-11:00pm
Sat 8:00pm-Midnight
Jerusalem Bird Observatory Succot Activities
The Jerusalem Bird Observatory will be offering Family Hikes, Bird Ringing Demonstrations, a Night Safari, and a Magic Flight Workshop. Check the Calendar for details of events.
Botanical Gardens at Har Tzofim: Oct 5-6 10:00am-5:00pm
Activities for Children:Paper Making, Succa decorations from Date leaves, Pita baking and more…
Ages: 3-12
Price: 20 NIS per person, 80 NIS per Family
Museums
Ein Yael: Mountain Air Festival-Oct 6-8, 2009
On Oct 6-8 Ein Yael will have a variety of special activities including reconstructions of historic battles, archery competition, costumes,fencing, 10th legion training camp, ancient music & traditional circle dancing, doll theatre, ancient handicraft workshops, craftsman, artisans and tours of the Roman villa. On October 4 & 5 Ein Yael will also be open to the public and events include regular workshops, storytime and museum tours.
Time: October 6-8, 10:00am-5:00pm (Weather Permitting)
Tickets: Regular Price: 40 NIS/Child over 3 yrs old, 35 NIS/Adult (FunInJerusalem 15% Discount with printed coupon)
Contact: 02-645-1866
Old Yishuv Court Museum, Old City:
Succot Oct 4-8 Hours: 10:00am-8:00pm, Closed Erev Succot, Erev Simchat Torah Oct 9 10:00am-1:00pm
The museum will be offering special children’s activities including a scavenger hunt for the Ushpizin, games in the courtyard and more. Family entrance 40 NIS. On Sunday October 4, 2009 there will be a 10:00am museum tour in English and at 11:00am there will be an English Story Hour. On Wed Oct 7 at 2pm there will be an English tour of the Old City leaving from the Museum. 45 NIS. Reservations Required. For details 02-627-6319.
Aish Jerusalem Experience- Oct 4-8, 2009
Time: 10:00am-6:00pm
Activities:Panoramic Rooftop View of the Temple Mount, View the largest Model of the 2nd Temple, See the Chihuly “Rabbi Akiva” glass sculpture, snacks and drinks on the rooftop
Ages: 6+ (younger kids are also welcome)
Location:Aish Hatorah, 4 Tamid St. Jewish Qtr (Follow the signs from the Golden Menorah at the top of the Kotel Stairs.
Tour Times: 45 Min tours leave every 15 min, Call to Reserve 052-761-1192
Cost: 25 NIS Adult, 15 NIS for child 3+, 90 NIS per Family
Heichal Shlomo“Ushpizin in the Heichal”-Oct 4-7, 2009
Time & Place: 10:00am-3:00pm, 58 King George St.
Activities: Creative workshops, games, theater, museum tours
Cost: 20 NIS/Child 50/Family (parents + 2 kids)
Caricature Exhibit & Night Spectacular at the Tower of David
An impressive collection of work from over 50 Israeli caricature and sketch artists. Inspired by daily life, sporting events & Jerusalem public figures in this complex and special city. This exhibit is open until the end of October. A humorous interactive guided tour in Hebrew for the whole family including the citadel and exhibition “Jerusalem in Caricatures” will take place at 10:30am and 1:00pm on Chol HaMoed Succot Sunday Oct 4- Thursday Oct 8.
Night Spectacular Light and Sound Show (45 min) at the Tower of David on Oct 4-8 Sunday-Thurs 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm. Adults 50 NIS and Child 40 NIS. For details call 02-626-5333.
Israel Museum
Entrance to the Israel Museum will be free for children under the age of 18 during Succot. Performances and workshops are an additional fee. Children can enjoy the model of Jerusalem in the time of the Second Temple, an exhibit of decorative masks and a special Israeli toy exhibit. In addition there is a special youth wing with activities and a library.
Scripts & Scrolls (HEBREW)- Surprises, riddles and workshops using ancient techniques. 15 NIS. Oct 5-8 Mon-Thurs 11:00am-1:30pm. See Calendar of Events for details.
Recycling Workshop: Sun–Thurs, Oct 4–8, 10am–2pm, NIS 10 per child
The “Sukkah-Peacock,” a rare bird, carries an etrog instead of an egg… Reusing a variety of materials, we will create an exotic bird with which to decorate the sukkah.
Shlomit Builds a Sukkah: Sun–Thurs, Oct 4–8, 12pm, NIS 15 per child, in the Art Garden
Songs and stories in celebration of the holiday with Shlomit Dvir
Bible Lands Museum : Sukkot Family Fun Sunday- Thursday Oct 4-8th
Succot Family Fun: Free entrance for children, 50% off for Adults
Journey Through the Museum with Costumed Actors: Ages 5-9. 10:30am-1:30pm every half hour, Hebrew
Holiday Self Guided Scavenger Hunt: Explore the museum with clues that unravel the mysteries. Ages 9+
Creative workshops: 10:30am-2:30pm for kids ages 5+ including pottery, Simchat Torah Flags (20 NIS), Pomegranate decorations (20 NIS), and baking pita (5 NIS).
“Amanili Sings”: A Train Theater production in Hebrew of shadow puppets and live music about a magical tale in ancient Mesopotamia. Ages 5+. 25 NIS per ticket. Advanced Reservations recommended. 02-561-1066
Time:12:00pm Succot Oct 4-5 & 7-8, 2009 Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Botanical Gardens: “Festival of Children’s Plays in Nature” October 4-6, 2009
Date & Time: Sun-Tues 11:00am-4:00pm
Ages: 5-10
Shows Schedule:
Pluto’s Journey (11:00am, 12:30pm)
Mouse & The Apple (11:30am)
5 balloons Storytime (12:00pm)
Theatrical Olympics (1:00pm)
Oren’s Turtle: Storytime (1:30pm)
Chaim & the Monster of Jerusalem (2:30pm)
Other Events: Art Workshops, Treasure Hunt, Ride the Flower Train
Fee: 35 NIS (ages 2+) for entrance, shows & workshops. Family Tickets available
Contact: 02-679-4012 ext 3. Show times may change so please call ahead to confirm the schedule of shows.
Museum of Islamic Art
Come and see a magnificent watch display at the Museum of Islamic Art on Palmach in Katamon. This exhibit is appropriate for children ages 6+. The museum also has a permanent exhibit that includes armor for horses and soldiers, that all young kids will appreciate.
During Sukkot the Museum of Islamic Art has wonderful Arts & Crafts workshops. Workshops include sword and shield making, jewelry, drawing, creating boxes, bags and designing musical instruments and clocks. Costs range from 15 NIS- 25NIS. Workshops are open from 10am-3pm on Sunday-Thurs and 10am-1:00pm of Friday on the top floor of the museum. For more details of the museum and a picture of the workshop click here.
Museum of Italian Art - Oct 4-8, 2009
Each day of Chol Hamoed enjoy a live performance throughout the museum of a comedy about a young man in love with a “Tarantale” busybody. An experience for the whole family.
Time: 11:30am
Tickets: 30 NIS
Language: Hebrew
Museum Hours: Sun, Tues, Wed 9:00am-5:00pm Mon 9:00am-2:00pm Thurs, Fri 9:00am-1:00pm
Location: 27 Rechov Hillel
Contact: 02-624-1610
City Of David Attractions
The City of David “Ir David” offers a variety of family activities in Ir David and at the Haas Promenade “Tayelet”. Through the different activities learn about the history of the City of David during the time of the Temples. The Old City will be closed to private cars but there will be a special line of Egged buses running to the Western Wall from the Carta parking lot. From the Western Wall it is an easy 5 minute walk to the entrance of Ir David. Make a left when you come out of the gate next to the Kotel and then your first right. For tourist tips for the City of David visit our post. For event times and tickets visit the City of David website.
Emek Zurim National Park: 4×4 Jeep rides, Archaeological Digs
City of David:Water tunnel hikes, Tours of Biblical Jerusalem (Lots of steps), Tour of Kidron Valley (Not for Cohanim).
Armon Hanetziv (Haas Promenade): open desert vehicle ride around Ir David, Segway Tours, Family bicycles.
Bloomfield Science Museum: “Touching Water” October 2-11, 2009
Come and enjoy the successful water exhibit at the Bloomfield Science Museum. On Succot they will be offering free workshops including exhibit tours, a workshop about flowing water, a creative art workshop for kids and a family workshop. There will also be special showings of their multimedia performance “SPLASH” for an additional fee of 15 NIS. The show includes live performance, dance, music and video presentations and is about a little boy named Dani who is afraid of the water. The show is in Hebrew and best for kids ages 2-10. Children under 5 enter the museum for free.
Teens & Young Adults
The following is a list of Succot events that Teens and Young Adults would enjoy. For event details please visit our Calendar.
- Paintball ( Oct 8 )
- Singing Bus (Oct 5)
- Ir David Attractions: Segways, 4×4 Jeeps, Open Desert Vehicle
- Nature Hikes: Night Safari, Bird Hikes
- Museums: Caricature Exhibit & Night Spectacular at Tower of David
- Festivals:Birkat Cohanim at Kotel (Oct 5), Jerusalem March (Oct 6), Red Bull Festival (Oct 7), Kite Festival ( Oct 8 )
- Concerts: Festival Beit Shemesh (Oct 5), Mattisyahu (Oct 7), Eitan & Shlomo Katz (Oct 7), Gush Etzion Concerts, RockAmi Concert ( Oct 8 ), Yaakov Shwekey & Shlomie Gertner (Oct 8 )
- Segwayz: Choose from 4 routes. Ages 17+, 052-811-9996, www.segwayz.co.il
Other year round teen/young adult activities include Bowling, Go Karting and Rock Wall Climbing.
Just Outside Jerusalem
Gush Etzion Family Events: For event details and to confirm the following schedule call 02-941-0124
Sde Bar Family Day- Nokdim-Sunday October 4, 2009
Havayot Center-Elazar-Sun, Tues-Fri October 4, 6-9, 2009
Tour Herodian-Outside Tekoa-Sun-Thurs October 4-8, 2009
Kite Flying Festival-Pnei Kedem-Thurs Oct 8, 2009
Olive Oil Festival-Tekoa-Thursday October 8, 2009
For event details please visit our Calendar of Events and the Gush Festival Calendar of Events. For other Gush Attractions please see our Gush Etzion Post.
- Jerusalem Sukka
Tags: Bible Lands Museum, Birkat Cohanim, City of David, Gush Etzion Events, Ir David, Israel Museum, Jerusalem Bird Observatory, Jerusalem Parade, Kite Festival, Night Spectacular, Red Bull Festival, Succos, Succot, Sukkot
Come and discover the ancient City of David this summer with your whole family. Archeological digs for the whole family, Mount of Olives 4×4 Ranger Tours, Tour the Hasmonian Aquaduct, and older kids can enjoy the segway tours of Armon Hanetziv. Visit The City of David for more information.
The Jerusalem Art Festival will take place in the Sultan’s Pool area from August 3-15. It is open every evening from 6pm-11:00pm. Artists from all over Israel and around the world participate in this festival displaying artwork, pottery, jewelry, furniture and more. Adult 50 NIS Child 5-12 30 NIS. Make sure to ask for a Yerushalmi Discount (Adult 40 NIS) if you are a local. The festival includes concerts throughout the week. Childrens activities include a Treasure Island, Enchanted Forest and Gingerbread House.
This yearly event takes place this year on August 9-14th. The Festival includes performances for children as well as adults and the launch of a new book, “Fairy Tales Dinner.” The Festival uses the Train Theater, Khan Theater, The Lab, Jerusalem Theater and the Gan Hapaamon Bell Amptheater. Events include puppet shows, hand shadow shows, and a variety of tours and performances. Ticket Prices and Info.
The Jerusalem Cinemateque is hosting a festival of childrens movies, workshops and events.
Wonderful Arts & Crafts workshops will take place throughout August from 10:00am-3:00pm. Workshops include sword and shield making, jewlery, drawing, creating boxes, bags and designing musical instruments and clocks. Costs range from 15 NIS- 25NIS. For more details of the museum and a picture of the workshop click here.
The entire month of August the museum is open for FREE for children. Look through our calendar to find fun workshops and events happening at the museum. Dont miss the annual Kite Flying Festival on August 18, 2009
An impressive collection of work from over 50 Israeli caricature and sketch artists. Inspired by daily life, sporting events, Jerusalem public figures in this complex and special city. A humorous guided tour of the exhibit for kids ages 6+ and their parents is available through August 22, 2009. Tours are on Wed, Thurs at 3:30pm and 4:30pm and Friday at 10:30am or 12:30. Tour is 35 NIS per child and 25 NIS for accompanying adult. Reservations required 02-626-5333.
Night Spectacular Light and Sound Show (45 min) at the Tower of David. Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs and Sat at 8pm, 9pm and 10:15pm. Adults 50 NIS and Child 40 NIS. For details call 02-626-5333.
Follow costumed actors on a guided tour through the treasures of the Museum, as they bring to life your favorite Bible characters. Includes creative workshops and is ideal for kids ages 5-9 and their parents. Sun-Thurs Aug 9-27 from 10:30am-12:30pm. See our calendar for a complete listing of events. Advanced Registartion Required.
Ein Yael is a wonderful place to take your kids to teach them about the Jerusalem of many years ago. They can learn how to press olive oil, make leather sandals, make wine etc. The museum is usually only open to school groups during the year so take advantage of the summer hours open to the public. This Summer 2009 enjoy weaving, pottery, frescoes, treading on grapes, milking goats, bake pita, and learn archery and fencing techniques. Exciting tours of the archaeological site and along the reconstructed Roman Rd. For details call 02-645-1866.
Sun-Thurs 10:00am-6:00pm
Friday 10:00am-4:00pm
Every Monday and Thursday from 4:30pm-7:00pm there will a jazz performance for the whole family at the Biblical Zoo. Please call the zoo for a detailed list of the performers. 02-675-0111. “Smart at Night” a night tour in Hebrew of animal behavior including bats, hedgehogs, owls…Age 5+ 8:15pm-11:00pm, 45 NIS (40 NIS for members) Reservations 02-675-0104.
“Waterworks” Learn, have fun, sail, go with the flow and get wet at the Bloomfield Science Museum Water Exhibit this August. The museum is filled with fun interactive exhibits for children of all ages. There is also a special multimedia show in Hebrew called “Splash” each day. Tickets are an additional 15 NIS and the show is 30 min. Call for show times. 02-654-4888.
The Butterfly House
Bring the whole family to the Botanical Gardens in Givat Ram to see the special Butterfly exhibit. Learn about the special role of the butterfly and how we can help keep them in our surroundings. Learn about the butterfly’s lifecycle, enjoy butterfly arts and crafts and come to hear special stories. For more info 02-679-4012. Directions: Take Rechov Herzog and pass the intersection for Nayot. Take the next right turn off Herzog and follow the signs.
Prices: 35NIS Adult, 25NIS Child Including the art workshop. 15 NIS with Yerushalmi Card
Hours: Sun-Thurs 10:00am-5:00pm, Friday 10:00am-3:00pm
After the event you can enjoy a delicious meal at the milk restaurant Caffit in the gardens. Make sure to bring your www.eluna.com coupon for 10%
On the roof of Hadar Mall in Talpiot you will find a Tim Tam Gymboree. The area is covered and has a few fans blowing to keep the temperature down. The Mischakiya has two jumpy castles, a water slide and a blow up obstacle course. They also have a variety of gymboree areas. It is ideal for ages 1.5-8 but we did see older kids enjoying the water slide. Bring drinks with you because they only sell ice cream there. 20 NIS enterance fee.
The Israel Museum
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Shrine of the Book, Israel Museum Jerusalem
Ruppin Blvd on Museum Row 02-670-8811
The Israel Museum is one of the leading art and archaeology museums in the world. Founded in 1965, the Museum houses encyclopedic collections, including the most extensive holdings of biblical and Holy Land archaeology in the world.The museum has a variety of children’s activities in the Youth Wing, especially in the summer and during holidays. Children can enter the museum for free on Tuesdays. The Museum also contains the Shrine of the Book, Model of Jerusalem During the 2nd Temple and an outdoor Sculpture Garden.
Opening Hours:
Museum:
Sun,Mon,Wed,Thurs. 10:00am – 5:00pm
Tues 10:00am–9:00pm (Free Entrance for Children)
Fri & Holiday eve 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sat and holidays 10:00am – 5:00 pm (Free Entrance for Children)
Israel Museum Youth Wing Library
Sun, Wed, Sat 10:00am-2:00pm (Closed on Sat in the winter)
Mon, Thurs 1:00pm-5:00pm
Tues. 4:00pm-7:00pm
For information about recycling workshops, storytimes and puppet theater visit our Calendar of Events.
Ticho House Hours:
Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs 10:00am – 5:00pm
Tues 10:00am – 10:00pm
Fri 9:00am – 2:00pm
No entrance to the upper level gallery between 10:30-12:15 on Friday
Closed Saturday
Rockefeller Museum Hours:
Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs 10:00am – 3:00pm
Saturday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Closed Tuesday and Friday
Ticket Prices:
Adult 36 NIS
Student 26 NIS
Child (aged 5 to 17) 18 NIS *Free entrance for children(up to age 17) on Tuesdays and Saturdays
Senior Citizen (w/ ID) 18 NIS
Disabled 18 NIS
Soldier / National Service (w/ ID) FREE
Repeat Visit (within 3 months) 18 NIS
Family (parents and children up to age 17) 100 NIS
Discounts for Cardholders (upon presentation of valid card)
Leumi Card – For cardholder only / With coupon 18 NIS
Mifal Hapais – For cardholder only / With coupon 22 NIS
Jerusalem Resident Cardholder 30 NIS
Family Activities:
The museum is well known for its extensive schedule of children’s activities including the archaeological Tell, Mask Making, Scripts and Scrolls, Recycling Room and Caveman Cooking during school holidays. Children can also enjoy story theater and storytime in the Museum library as well as the model of the 2nd Temple. Click here for details.
How To Get To The Israel Museum…
By Car
From Tel Aviv: Enter the city and make a right on Herzl St and then a left on Wolfsohn. Follow Wolfshon till you see the museum on the right. You will see the white dome from the Shrine of the Book on your right. Parking is available outside the museum for the general public.
GPS – “Avraham Granot Street”
By Bus
9, 17, 24, 24a, 31, and 32 lines
