Ammunition Hill Memorial and Museum (Givat Ha-Tachmoshet)
Ammunition Hill Memorial and Museum (Givat Ha-Tachmoshet)
Ammunition Hill Memorial and Museum (Givat Ha-Tachmoshet)
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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This official memorial, symbolizing the liberation and reunification of Jerusalem, is in honor of those who died during the Six-Day War in 1967. The past 3 years the site was significantly upgraded and the last accord was the launching of a most impressive new Museum & a commemoration Hall.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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newidad
New York City, NY82 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
Firstly, if you are coming by light rail, use the exact address to get to the entrance. If not, you’ll end up at the locked back gate or a very large bus depot!
On arrival, people were helpful and explained what to look at using the very good audio. The museum is cleverly laid out with personal stories and lots of detail - very well presented. Overall, an excellent visit and very well worth the time.
On arrival, people were helpful and explained what to look at using the very good audio. The museum is cleverly laid out with personal stories and lots of detail - very well presented. Overall, an excellent visit and very well worth the time.
Written 24 December 2023
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Ko G
8 contributions
Nov 2019
Ammunition Hill was a strategic Jordian stronghold guarding the northern approach to the Old City. In the morning hours of 6 June 1967, Israeli paratroopers fought a series of fierce close-combat battles with the equally brave and determined Jordian defenders as they worked their way along the trench positions, clearing bunker after bunker, and finally overran this base after a four-hour see-saw battle. Much of the defensive system is well preserved. On the grounds are four vehicles including a Sherman tank and a half-track. The Museum presents the stages of the Battle for Jerusalem in a surreal manner. An excellent site to visit.
Written 24 February 2020
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Thank youso much for your valuable comments
Alon
Written 26 February 2020
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Passenger402435
Tel Aviv, Israel7 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
For anyone interested in Israel’s history, this is highly suggested. It had a nice film with relief map that allowed you to follow the events talked about.
Written 15 February 2020
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Thank you so much for your response!
At your service any time!
Written 26 February 2020
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Dreamer799458
7 contributions
Feb 2020
Our family of 8 adults visited here before going into Jerusalem for the day, and I would highly recommend doing it in that order. It provides an informative recount of the taking over of Jerusalem by the Israelis.
Written 10 February 2020
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Thanks!!!
Hope to see you agagin
Alon
Written 26 February 2020
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RosBondi
Bondi, Australia252 contributions
Jan 2020
Our family, including 7 & 10 year old grandkids, were here and all of us were fascinated. One of the best movies we have seen in any of the sites we visited in Israel and very moving. The kids loved playing in the trenches. The museum held their interest as well although sometimes it was hard to get the audio guides to sinc with the pieces in the museum but it mostly worked. I learnt a lot about the history of Jerusalem and would definitely recommend a visit.
Written 19 January 2020
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Thank you so much for your kind words
Audio guide sinc will be improved
Alon
Written 21 January 2020
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David G
Gedera, Israel1,413 contributions
Dec 2019
Ammunition Hill, which was a fortified Jordanian military post in the northern part of Jordanian-ruled East Jerusalem and the western slope of Mount Scopus ( between 1948-67) , is now memorial to the brave Israeli paratroopers and soldiers who paid the ultimate sacrifice securing the strategic hill, during the bloody battles for Eastern and old Jerusalem during the 6 day war of 1967 .
The memorial can be reached using public transport ( light railway , as well as by bus , then a 5 minute walk up a slight hill ) .Generally speaking , you need an appointment to enter , but on the day, I was lucky , and was allowed in without one .The museum is opposite the Mahal memorial to overseas volunteers who helped the IDF .
Ammunition Hill generally appeals to Israelis , but is a worthwhile site to visit for Middle Eastern history buffs .
The last time I visited was 1984 , so I was eager to see what if anything had changed in the meantime - nice new auditorium by the looks of things !!.
I opted for an audio guide ( in English) to the museum , which also included the remote switch to open the museum door .
As there was no actual guide book , I took lots of pictures of the info stands - ( see included pictures ).
Voices from the past , along with realistic sound effects crackled in my ears , and by the time I reached the memorial to the fallen , the enormity of the sacrifice ( of the paras etc) had gotten to me .
The trenches , which so many years ago had accommodated Jordanian troops , are quite narrow , and I found it hard to comprehend how Israeli soldiers weighed down with kit ,could have conquered such a place , even taking into account the casualties incurred .
The trenches for obvious reasons are not meant for disabled folk , and to be honest , I think more should be done to accommodate folk that are physically challenged .
There is also an auditorium , where a film is shown along with a model which is illuminated during the narration of the film to highlight the battles
The Ammunition Hill memorial , has few souvenirs on sale, which is a great pity , ( they could learn a LOT from the gift shop area at Yad La Shiryon , armoured Corps memorial site at Latrun ) .
Despite its few failings , I can still recommend this place for an informative visit
The memorial can be reached using public transport ( light railway , as well as by bus , then a 5 minute walk up a slight hill ) .Generally speaking , you need an appointment to enter , but on the day, I was lucky , and was allowed in without one .The museum is opposite the Mahal memorial to overseas volunteers who helped the IDF .
Ammunition Hill generally appeals to Israelis , but is a worthwhile site to visit for Middle Eastern history buffs .
The last time I visited was 1984 , so I was eager to see what if anything had changed in the meantime - nice new auditorium by the looks of things !!.
I opted for an audio guide ( in English) to the museum , which also included the remote switch to open the museum door .
As there was no actual guide book , I took lots of pictures of the info stands - ( see included pictures ).
Voices from the past , along with realistic sound effects crackled in my ears , and by the time I reached the memorial to the fallen , the enormity of the sacrifice ( of the paras etc) had gotten to me .
The trenches , which so many years ago had accommodated Jordanian troops , are quite narrow , and I found it hard to comprehend how Israeli soldiers weighed down with kit ,could have conquered such a place , even taking into account the casualties incurred .
The trenches for obvious reasons are not meant for disabled folk , and to be honest , I think more should be done to accommodate folk that are physically challenged .
There is also an auditorium , where a film is shown along with a model which is illuminated during the narration of the film to highlight the battles
The Ammunition Hill memorial , has few souvenirs on sale, which is a great pity , ( they could learn a LOT from the gift shop area at Yad La Shiryon , armoured Corps memorial site at Latrun ) .
Despite its few failings , I can still recommend this place for an informative visit
Written 8 January 2020
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Dear David.
Thank you so much for the detailed comments.
We surly intend to build a real souvenirs shop at the entrance.
Alon
Written 9 January 2020
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Ttlabee
16 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Should not be missed. We booked an English tour which was great. The movie at the end was so moving as the veterans explained it to their grandchildren
Written 30 December 2019
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Thank you so much for yout response
Alon
Written 9 January 2020
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kls42
Jerusalem, Israel385 contributions
Dec 2019
The museum and the site bring alive the 1967 battle to reunite Jerusalem. Our group had a wonderful guide which added much to the experience. Good for all ages, tourists and Israelis.
Written 17 December 2019
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Thank you so much!
Do you recall the name of our guide?
shall love to update her!
Alon
Written 9 January 2020
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Sassy S
47 contributions
Nov 2019
I took my daughter and niece who was visiting from the USA to visit Ammunition Hill. The new museum was done very well and taught a lot. Highly recommended!
Written 9 December 2019
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Hi there Sassy
Thanks!! :-)
Written 9 January 2020
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awesomeseminars
Jerusalem, Israel174 contributions
Nov 2019
This site is great for all the family. Whether summer or winter I really recommend this on your must-see list.
Not the easiest to get to by public transport but walkable from the Dan and from Hebrew Universsity
Not the easiest to get to by public transport but walkable from the Dan and from Hebrew Universsity
Written 26 November 2019
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Hi there and thanks.
Please bare in mind that we have a lite train station close to us and about 4 local busses frequent lines.
Hope to see you again.
Alon
Written 27 November 2019
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Amy H
3 contributions
I dont think ammunition hill is included on our jerusalem day tour. We will be renting an apartment near machane yehuda for three weeks so the plan is to do this on our own. Is there a tour guide on site or is it best to find a outside tour that includes ammunition hill?
What is the cost of entrance?
Thank you,
Michal
Alon Wald
Jerusalem, Israel9 contributions
just call us either locally: *2967 or using standard phone: 025829393 and we will be more than glad to book an Hebrew or English tour slot according to our daily availabilities
marla p
Toronto, Canada9 contributions
hi i am coming to this place very soon . i would like to purchase 2 tickets for ammunition hill. i would like them for this month 28th. you could be so kind as to look into this for me.
thank you
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Joe_NYC_R
New York City, NY20 contributions
Hi!
I have been many times and it is amazing.
they are open the 28th from 9am to 5pm.
i would send an email to their reservations department.
Enjoy!
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