Bloomfield Science Museum

Jerusalem


Primarily aimed at kids, Bloomfield bursts with water-pumping, electrically charged exhibits that will enlighten budding scientists on everything from smashing atoms to exploring Mars. It's worth a detour if your kids are getting restless after too many dusty ancient sights, but grown-up groups aren't likely to consider the science museum time well spent.

Visiting the museum also gives you a chance to see the grounds of the Hebrew University campus.

Transportation

  • bus: 9, 14

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