National Maritime Museum – Haifa

National Maritime Museum – Haifa

If you are a fan of the sea, sailing, and maritime history – or simply looking for the next museum adventure in Israel – it’s a good idea to head north to Haifa and visit the National Maritime Museum, also known as the Israeli National Maritime Museum. The museum traces the history … Read more

Fine Art & Doll Museum – Arad

two dolls in dresses

Visiting and checking out museums is a popular activity in Israel. And it’s not so surprising because Israel has the most museums per capita in the world with over 200 of them. While you can expect to find the usual art, archaeological, religious, natural, and historical museums in Israel, other museums present … Read more

ANU – Museum of the Jewish People

ANU – Museum of the Jewish People

Knowing the story of the Jews should not consist of merely going through history books. It should also consist of seeing it, hearing it, and perhaps, even experiencing it. Doing so will serve as a bridge to understanding how the Jewish identity and culture have not only survived, but even thrived, for … Read more

Israel National Museum of Science, Technology, and Space (Madatech)

Israel National Museum

Science and technology is one of the most developed sectors in Israel. Here are some interesting and amazing facts about it: Israel has 140 scientists and technicians per 10,000 employees, even besting the United States’s 85 to 10,000 and Japan’s 83 to 10,000 ratio. Israel allocates 4.3% of its gross domestic product … Read more

Tikotin Museum of Japanese Art

Tikotin Museum of Japanese Art

If you’re “turning Japanese” but can’t go to Japan for the time being, not to worry. Even if you’re in Israel, you still have the chance to see, learn, experience, and even study Japanese arts and culture. On the crest of Mount Carmel in Haifa, you can see a small, unassuming gray … Read more

The Russian Compound in Jerusalem

The Russian Compound in Jerusalem

The Russians have played a significant part in shaping Israel’s past and present history, leaving their mark and legacy in the country. Russians make up a quarter of Israel’s total population. So, it is not surprising that the Russian language is the most widely spoken non-official language in Israel (see the most … Read more

Top Museums and Galleries in Haifa to Visit

Museums in Haifa

Despite its chief reputation as an industrial port city, Haifa is also known as northern Israel’s cultural hub. So, it not a big surprise that you will find several museums in Haifa. They range from the most popular to the hidden gems. Haifa boasts museums and galleries of great variety. Whether it’s … Read more