Tower of David (Museum of the History of Jerusalem)
Jerusalem, Israel
2 ticket options available · from $10.29 to $18.87
Tours, passes & combos at Tower of David (Museum of the History of Jerusalem)
Skip-the-line, guided tours, city passes and combo tickets — priced higher because they bundle extras beyond standard entry.
| Seller | Option | Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fever | Science Fiction in Jerusalem - Outdoor Exploration Game | $10.29 | View |
| Tower of David Official | Adult admission to the museum, including the permanent exhib | $18.87 | View |
Did you know?
- Type
- Museum in Jerusalem
Visitor information
- Address: Jerusalem, 1001363
- Phone: +972 2-626-5333
- Official website: https://www.tod.org.il/
People also ask
Has King David's tomb ever been found?
The actual site of David's burial is unknown, though the Hebrew Bible states that David was buried in the City of David. In the 4th century CE, he and his father Jesse were believed to be buried in Bethlehem. The idea that David was entombed on what was later called Mt Zion dates to the 9th century CE.
How old is the Tower of David in Jerusalem?
The museum is located at the 2,500 year-old citadel known as the Tower of David just beyond Jaffa Gate in the Old City's Armenian Quarter. The museum chronicles the history of the city and the numerous peoples who have left their mark on it over the course of 4,000 years through exhibits and archeological ruins.
When was David's Tower destroyed?
This is how David's Tower met its demise. The tower was destroyed during the Laing Siege of 1573. Canon balls stuck within the walls were discovered during excavations. However, the bottom part of the tower remained intact and is now within the Half-Moon battery wall.