10 Museums in West Bank That You Shouldn't Miss

August 27, 2021 Giuseppe Pratt

Discover the best top things to do in West Bank, Palestinian Territories including Dar Zahran Heritage Building, Yasser Arafat Museum, Bab idDeir Art Gallery, Science Studio, Gush Etzion Heritage Center, Zawyeh Gallery, Palestinian Heritage Center, Eretz Yehuda Archeological Museum, Al Bad Museum, Mahmoud Darwish Museum.
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1. Dar Zahran Heritage Building

The Old City, Ramallah 970 Palestinian Territories +970 599 511 800 [email protected] http://www.darzahran.org
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5.0 based on 218 reviews

Dar Zahran Heritage Building

1- Dar Zahran Heritage Building: Attractive, historic building with a unique history. For 250 years, this building has been the property of the Ramallite Dar Zahran Jaghab family, serving as a family home, guest chamber, and the place of residence of Ramallah's" Mukhtar" (leader). It includes an art gallery, a photo gallery of Ramallah from 1850 to 1979, a souvenir shop and a Fair Trade corner selling authentic Palestinian food products, embroidery and jewelry. Visit Dar Zahran to experience a journey through centuries of Arab Christian life in Palestine. Location: Old City, opposite Arab Bank branch Al- Balad branch- Ramallah Al-Tahta. 2- Tarfidia is considered to be a historic area of great significance to Palestinian heritage in the city of Ramallah. The name Tarfidia originates from Latin, meaning faithful and sincere. This narrow valley is situated between two mountains, in which ancient Roman olive trees flourish, as well as pine, oak, eucalyptus, figs, peaches, almonds, apricots, grape vines and wild herbs such as thyme and sage. Ruins in Tarfidia indicate that it was once the site of a Roman village. In the valley there are rock carvings and wildlife, as well as "palaces" that serve agricultural purposes. Referred to as al-manatir, these are important historical monuments to the traditional lives of Palestinian society. There was also a spring of water that used to provide fresh, pure water to the area. The continued survival of Tarfidia as an authentic ecological microcosm is under threat from dwindling water supplies, urban development and competition for land. We invite you to visit Tarfidia, and to experience Palestinian cultural and historical heritage in this area.

Reviewed By DBART1990 - Hong Kong, China

This is a must-see in Ramallah. Gallery/museum/gift shop, this was once a family home at the turn of the century and now is open to the public. Tea and chat were provided upon arrival and it was a highlight of my few days in the city.

2. Yasser Arafat Museum

Ramallah Palestinian Territories +970 2 296 7770 [email protected] http://www.yam.ps/en/
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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Yasser Arafat Museum

Reviewed By Princessbonniebun - Adelaide, Australia

I did not expect much prior to my visit and I ended up spent over 3 hours there. The museum is very well set up with friendly staff who were always there to help with the visitors. It is a must visit to anyone who travels to Palestine. Lots of information about history, culture and the conflict to learn there. I loved the visit.

Manger Street D'eik Quarter, Opposite Manger Square Hotel, Bethlehem Palestinian Territories +970 2 276 9888 [email protected] http://www.babiddeir.ps
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Bab idDeir Art Gallery

Bab idDeir Art Gallery is an independent artistic and cultural space in Bethlehem, located in Deik quarters part of the historical old city of Bethlehem. The gallery aims to present a rich artistic program that features different exhibitions, seminars and publications and present art of Arab and foreign artists to enrich the space of dialogue to what is new and vital in the arts scene.

4. Science Studio

22 Al-Jihad Street A.M. Qattan Foundation, Al- Masyoun, Ramallah Palestinian Territories +970 2 296 0544 http://qattanfoundation.org/en/ss
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Science Studio

The Interactive Science Studio is a working creative space where a team of developers from different specialisations and backgrounds (artists, scientists, engineers, educators and technicians, etc.) can brainstorm and work together on ideation, prototyping and fabrication of interactive science exhibits targeting Palestinian public for learning and educational purposes.

5. Gush Etzion Heritage Center

Kibbutz Kfar Etzion, Gush Etzion 90912 Palestinian Territories 02-9935160 http://www.etzion-bloc.org.il
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Gush Etzion Heritage Center

Heritage Center The new state-of-the-art sound&light show Several Languages Permanent exhibit Historical Archive Panoramic observation point

Reviewed By eingedi - Jerusalem, Israel

I revisited recently and found that the building and the film had been updated. The story of the settlement of Gush Etzion and its challenges is a gripping one and the film does an excellent job of depicting that era through actors. The fall of Gush Etzion in the aftermath of Partition is heart rending. I cried when I saw the original film and this time was no different. The idealism and heroism of the early settlers are inspiring and the return to Gush Etzion and its flourishing communities are heartwarming. This is a wonderful place to visit...to be moved...to be inspired... and to be grateful

7A President Circle, Al-Balo', Ramallah Palestinian Territories +970 2 242 6486 [email protected] http://zawyeh.net
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Zawyeh Gallery is an independent visual arts gallery founded in Ramallah, Palestine, in 2013. Zawyeh's mission is to promote emerging and established Palestinian artists - from Palestine and the Diaspora - through various thematic exhibitions at home and aboard. Zawyeh showcases excellent contemporary and modern Palestinian art internationally through the participation in art fairs, exhibitions.

Reviewed By georgepaget - Kiruna, Sweden

Great Palestinian art! Exhibition by Tayseer Barakat focusing on the refugee crisis was amazing. Friendly staff and overall a great experience.

7. Palestinian Heritage Center

Manger Street, Bethlehem Palestinian Territories +970 2 274 2381 [email protected] http://www.phc.ps/
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4.5 based on 37 reviews

Palestinian Heritage Center

8. Eretz Yehuda Archeological Museum

20 Gur Arye Street Israeli Settlement, Kiryat Arba Palestinian Territories 972-2-9605602
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Eretz Yehuda Archeological Museum

9. Al Bad Museum

Fawagreh Street, Bethlehem Palestinian Territories +970 2 274 1583 http://visitpalestine.ps/where-to-go/listing/bethlehem/sites-attractions-bethlehem/museum-cultural-centers-bethlehem/al-bad-museum/
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

Al Bad Museum

10. Mahmoud Darwish Museum

Al Ayyam Street, Ramallah Palestinian Territories +972 2-240-8587 http://www.darwishfoundation.org
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Mahmoud Darwish Museum

Reviewed By Drghannam - Ramallah, Palestinian Territories

It’s really a beutiful compound in the beutiful city of Ramallah, for a great international famous Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish, who passed away 10 years ago, but still his poem is the mind of Palestinian people, may god bless his sole.

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