During the upcoming Sukkot holiday , come enjoy a special family visit at the National Library, including holiday activities for children!
Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities, cultural enrichment, or simply quality time together – the Library offers all of this in a festive and welcoming atmosphere.
English Guided Tours
Special Family Tour (English): A guided tour created specifically for families to experience the new National Library building.
Daily General Tours (English): 2 tours held daily throughout Sukkot.
Discover the Secrets of the National Library of Israel: Family & Public Tours
Step into the iconic new building of the National Library of Israel (NLI) in Jerusalem. Whether you are looking for an immersive family adventure, a hands-on kids’ tour, or an architecturally rich public tour, the National Library offers engaging experiences tailored for all ages.
“To Infinity: Journeys and Discoveries” (Special Sukkot Family Production)
Set off on an extraordinary, high-energy interactive voyage inspired by humanity’s endless curiosity! Created in collaboration with leading Israeli artists, this major original production takes families across oceans, land, and outer space.
- Meet legendary travelers from history, including Marco Polo on his expedition to the edge of the known world.
- Visit the exhibition *”The Quest of Questions: Unlocking the Secrets of the Universe”*.
- Experience a unique space show featuring planets, stars, and remote galaxies.
Best suited for children ages 5–11 and their families.
“A Library Experience” (Kids & Family Guided Tour)
Discover the secrets of the National Library up close on a kid-centric, interactive tour designed to make history and literature come alive. Stroll through reading halls, solve riddles, explore big ideas, and discover rare books and stories. Admire the building’s breathtaking architecture and artwork.
Personal Activity Kit: Every child receives a colorful, personal activity kit (“A Library Experience”) to explore the exhibits interactively. Self-guided audio option & open Children’s Reading Library also available on-site.
Ages 3–12 (specifically designed for children of reading age).
Weekly Public Guided Tour
Explore the landmark new National Library building on a general public tour designed for adults, teens, and culture enthusiasts.
Tour the architectural marvel of the new NLI campus, including its grand reading halls. View selections from over five million items—rare books, antique manuscripts, historical photos, unique maps, and personal archives. Observe rotating art exhibits and trace the words that shaped historical milestones.
General public (Teens & Adults).
Every Wednesday (Regular weekly schedule).
