Hightlight
- Religious
Overview
In 1947, a Bedouin goat herder found the Dead Sea Scrolls in the Qumran caves. The Dead Sea Scrolls are the world’s oldest evidence of a Hebrew bible text.
There are a total of 11 caves where the scrolls and thousands of fragments of scrolls were found. Although not all of the caves are accessible, explore the caves that are open to the public via the easy trail.
Along with the caves, see the 8th century BCE rectangular fortress that later became a 2nd century BCE monastic settlement. View other archaeological remnants such as trenches, ritual baths, pottery, table-like structures and burial sites.
Learn about Bar Kochba’s fighters that sheltered in theses caves during their revolt against the Romans, leaving behind gold coins.
Take advantage of the guided tours, peruse the visitors’ center and enjoy the audiovisual presentation. These amenities along with the easy trail make viewing the site easy and informative for all ages.
Note:
- No entrance to dogs.
- Combination ticket to both Qumran and Enot Tsukim: Adult 38 NIS, Child 19 NIS.
- For guided group tours, call 02-654-1255.
- Children under 5 get in FREE!
- In the summer, avoid coming to the park in the afternoon.
To See and Do
- Caves that contained the Dead Sea Scrolls
- Fortress ruins & monastic settlement
- Archaeological remnants
- Guided tours
- Audiovisual presentation and visitors’ center
Child Friendly
- Easy trail for young children
Amenities
| Disabled Access | Trail through the ruins is wheelchair accessible and there are special signs for the visually impaired. | |
| Eating | Restaurant | |
| Shopping | Souvenir shop |
Don’t Miss
Exploring the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found.