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Group Tours
War has shaped human history for thousands of years. Through key events from the ancient Near East, this exhibition explores themes of war, victory, loss, and peace, inviting visitors to reflect on contemporary issues through the lens of history.
Duration: 1 hour
A spectacular collection of ceramic vessels decorated with scenes from Greek mythology. You are invited to discover the culture of Athens and other Greek cities, and to get a close look at the stories of the gods in Greek mythology, the world of women and men, and the attitude of the ancient Greeks toward love, entertainment, sports, and war.
Duration: 1 hour
A one-of-a-kind collection of classical Roman frescoes originating from villas in the suburbs of Pompeii, dating back to the 1st century CE in Italy.
This is an opportunity to behold the splendor of Roman painting and gain a glimpse into the lives of the people of that period.
Duration: About half an hour, usually offered as a supplement to a tour
A tour of culinary arts in the biblical period, from the dawn of agriculture to the banquets of Greece and Rome. We will deal with the basic foods that have sustained human society for thousands of years—grain, cattle, fish, fruits, and vegetables. We will discover what the rulers of the ancient world ate and hear about symbolic meanings attributed to various foods.
Duration: 1.5 hours
A tour full of magic and mystery, which brings us face-to-face with threatening demons and protective entities, and reveals the secrets of sorcery in the cultures of the ancient world.
Duration: 1 – 1.5 hours
A tour following the “fashionistas” of the ancient world.
What did the Queen of Sheba bring with her to her meeting with King Solomon that made him fall head over heels in love with her? How did Queen Esther prepare herself before the fateful meeting with Ahasuerus, and was the beauty of Queen Cleopatra truly so sensational? During the tour, we will discover the beauty secrets of the women of the ancient world.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Through the museum’s artifacts, we will become acquainted with the great revolutions that took place in the Ancient Near East, considered the cradle of Western culture. From the invention of writing to the determination of the calendar, from the firing of pottery to advanced methods for transporting water—we will discover the needs the ancients dealt with, and perhaps we will better understand what it is about this region that turns its inhabitants into the greatest inventors in history.
Duration: 1.5 hours
A tour between three special displays that take us on a trip full of beauty from Greece to Italy: Classical Pearls, the exhibition Gods, Heroes, and Mortals, and Dionysus: The Magic of Wine.
On the tour, we will encounter the foundations of classical art, discover the influence of Greek culture on Rome, and meet mythological figures.
Duration: 1 hour
Explore the roots of Judaism and Christianity through the museum’s unique collection.
Discover key biblical figures and events, from Abraham and the Exodus to the First Temple period and the emergence of early Christianity.
Duration: 45 minutes–1.5 hours
Explore the interaction between the people of Israel and the ancient civilizations of the region, tracing key events, ideas, and symbols that shaped Jewish identity—from Jerusalem and the Babylonian Exile to the Hasmonean Kingdom.
Duration: 1–1.5 hours
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Opening Hours
- Sun-Tue, Thurs: 10:00-17:00
- Wed: 10:00-21:00
- Fri-Sat: 10:00-14:00
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