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- Drabin77Newton, MA49 contributionsThis is not a traditional museum. Rather, it is a 12-room guided tour with film and panoramas that describe a particular group of volunteers in the Palmach during 1938-1948 period.Written 7 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- laurie416Toronto, Canada37 contributionsI recommend that one starts with the daily free tour on the third floor. This for me was the most interesting as it presented current thoughts, perspectives, observance and cultures of Jews from all around the world There were explanations for all the above. The question often asked is whether being Jewish is a religion, a nationality, a culture, or an identity feeling. This was shown through video presentations of all types. The second floor traced the history the antisemitism and the movement of the Jews interesting and well-presented for young and old. This is very different from the Diaspora MuseumWritten 9 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dee Catz22 contributionsEven though this is not the real location, it is still a great place to learn about the events leading up to the Declaration of the State of Israel. The movie is very informative, all the pictures on the walls are really educational and the bonus is the rest of the historical information in the building. The models of Tel Aviv are so interesting.Written 16 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Michael OWarsaw, Poland95 contributionsWalking down Rothschild, we accidentally stopped in this museum when my cousin who lives in Tel Aviv walked in. The 4 of us had a wonderful time. We started with a movie downstairs which explained well the history of the Hagana, an important part to understanding the beginning of the state off Israel.
We then went upstairs and were given a personalized tour just because we asked by Abigail. She was wonderful and explained everything.
The museum was set up in a fun and interactive way that kept you interested and I would highly recommend making a stop here.
The museum is handicapped accessibleWritten 2 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Watchful26Carlsbad, CA100 contributionsThere are a lot of places that are closed on Saturday in Tel Aviv. Eretz Israel Museum was open and we're glad we visited. Interesting exhibits of artifacts, coins, stamps, glass and other antiquities. Highly recommended.Written 22 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jacqueline GSaint Louis, MO213 contributionsDi[plays are educational and interactive. Must book a tour which lasts for 90 minutes. Can book a tour in English. the lower floor has displays about new innovations.Written 15 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- benc99991 contributionWe visit the Neve Tzedek area a lot, but until recently had never entered nor indeed paid particular attention to this fascinating museum detailing a little-known but unique community: the Jews of Aden, a former British Protectorate port now located in Yemen, separated only by a narrow gulf from the Horn of Africa.
The Jews of Aden have numerous similarities to Yemenite Jews as a whole (a community about which it's possible to learn a lot in Neve Tzedek and also in the nearby district of Kerem HaTeimanim) but are distinctly influenced by the importance the British attached to the Protectorate as a bustling entrepot, and as such mingled with British, Indian, and Iraqi Jews, among others. For instance, as we learned, while it is more common in Israel to eat the starchy dough jachnun as a savoury dish, alongside a rich tomato sauce and spicy condiments, in Aden 'gachnun' (according to the local dialect) was typically eaten with jam, as a sweet dish which might even accompany afternoon tea.
The museum houses a broad range of artefacts, photographs and documents relating to Aden Jews, from the community's origins to its later settlement in Israel and in the UK. There is also a range of books to browse through or buy which help the visitor enrich their knowledge. Our visit was really made special by staff member Sarah, who took time to explain to us numerous nuances and additional facts that placed the community in its historical context. It's also possible to book tours in advance if you're coming with a large group. You can pop in for ten minutes just to get a feel while you're on your way to one of the neighborhood's other sides, or stay for up to an hour to fully immerse yourself in the exhibits and books and even climb the stairs to the grand synagogue hall.Written 9 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Boaz YTel Aviv, Israel614 contributionsTake a step into a world of coolness and nostalgia! It's a small place nothing fancy or crazy but filled with so many details and collectors items - if you like those stuff, old toys especially - visit! Plus so many cool places in the area to enjoy so it's a plusWritten 1 November 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- saschastreuleChur, Switzerland538 contributionsGreat little museum directly at the sea.
Nice place to eat after the visit outside on the huge garden or just to drink a beer.
Really old building combined with modern glass.Written 2 August 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - IndianaMom2010Indiana9 contributionsMy husband, daughter (age 25), and I visited here as well as other historical museums in Tel Aviv. This Etzel Museum is well worth the visit.Written 31 July 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tel Aviv
- These are the best places for kid-friendly history museums in Tel Aviv:
- ANU - Museum of the Jewish People
- Eretz Israel Museum Complex (Haaretz Museum)
- Peres Center for Peace and Innovation
- These are the best places for budget-friendly history museums in Tel Aviv:
- Palmach Museum
- ANU - Museum of the Jewish People
- Independence Hall Museum in the Shalom Mayer Tower
- Eretz Israel Museum Complex (Haaretz Museum)
- Hagana Museum