Madatech – Israel National Museum of Science
מדעטק
An interactive science museum housed in the century-old building of a technical college, with many hands-on exhibits that are ideal for families with children.
The Israel National Museum of Science, Technology and Space, known as Madatech, occupies the old Technion campus built in 1912. Albert Einstein once planted trees there. The museum has dozens of interactive galleries covering physics, energy, space, robotics and optical illusions, and children can operate many exhibits themselves. The building blends Eastern and European architectural styles, and the garden in front is also worth a look. The museum is in the Hadar district of the Lower City, a few minutes' walk from Carmelit station.
Opening hours
About 10:00–17:00 (varies by day; check official site)
Nearby sights
- Wadi Nisnas
- Bahá'í Gardens & Shrine of the Báb
- Louis Promenade
- Tikotin Museum of Japanese Art
- German Colony
- Stella Maris Monastery & Cable Car
- Clandestine Immigration and Naval Museum
- Elijah's Cave