THE MUSEUM IS CURRENTLY CLOSED (as of June 28, 2022). No reopening date seems to be available. Check the official website before planning a trip here.
The Wohl Museum of Archaeology – Herodian Quarter
Photo: The Wohl Museum of Archaeology – Herodian Quarter
Visit the Quarter of the Jewish Kohanim
Have you ever wondered how luxury looked like back in ancient times in the Old City of Jerusalem? The Herodian Quarter will show you exactly that. The museum sits on an ancient upscale neighborhood, which was built during the reign of King Herod in Jerusalem. Among the discoveries in this place are the houses of the Kohanim who served in the Second Temple, spectacular mosaics and artwork, lounges for hosting family and friends, ancient household utensils, ritual immersion baths, and more. The museum is open for visitors all year round and tours around the museum are always available.
Events at the Herodian Quarter
Looking for a unique venue with historical significance? The Herodian Quarter hosts events and milestone celebrations at the perfect location, just by the Western Wall. Celebrate birthdays, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, weddings and all sorts of special events with the museum’s professional and dedicated staff. There is even an option of combining your event with educational activities and tours around the Old City.
The Rich History of the Herodian Quarter
The Herodian Quarter was exposed after the Six-Day War, during excavations in the area. Ever since this discovery, the place has been surprising us with its stories about the luxurious and wealthy life of the inhabitants of Jerusalem during the Second Temple period. The place reveals burnt houses which serve as evidence of the fire that occurred in Jerusalem a month after the destruction of the Temple. The exhibitions in the museum allow us to get a perspective of just how wealthy the residents of the Quarter were. You will see decorated tables, colorful pottery and more.
One of the most fascinating discoveries is a mural that was found on the wall of one of the houses in the neighborhood and it depicts the Temple’s Menorah. It is claimed to be engraved by the Temple’s then-Kohen and is different than the Menorah we know from the Arch of Titus or the Knesset.
Admission Fees
Adults: 20 ILS (Single); 17 ILS ( in a group of more than 20)
Children/students/soldiers/Israeli seniors: 10 ILS (Single); 9 ILS (in a group of more than 20)
Add extra 5 ILS for an audio guided tour. (Languages: Hebrew, English, French, and Russian)
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TripAdvisor Reviews
“Museum CLOSED for renovations as of June 28, 2022”
“Be sure to see this museum in the Jewish Quarter”
We enjoyed this small museum! They are doing more work so O expect it will be even better. Get the Pass that includes the Burnt museum and the Huerva synagogue at the first one you visit. Allow about an hour or so.
“Afternoon at Wohl”
This museum was built in the 1980's. It is said to be the largest archiological site in Israel. It revels the splendor of Herod's time and lifestyle of the Second Temple priests. Consists of 6 houses built on a hillside overlooking the Temple Mount in the Herodian period. The Herodian...
MoreThis museum was built in the 1980's. It is said to be the largest archiological site in Israel. It revels the splendor of Herod's time and lifestyle of the Second Temple priests. Consists of 6 houses built on a hillside overlooking the Temple Mount in the Herodian period. The Herodian Quarter was discovered following the Six Day War. Our groups time there was less than two hours, so we didn't see as much as we would have liked to see.
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