Tel Aviv

Old Jaffa is the oldest part of Tel Aviv with romantic streets, old churches, and old stone buildings. The rich history behind this part of town is what gives it an irresistible charm and makes visitors fall in love with its atmosphere. Walk around or spend a few hours at some of the best restaurants in the city.

The promenade of Tel Aviv is a picturesque waterside stretch. The 5km long shore is an unmissable location for anyone visiting the city. Take a romantic walk with your significant other or just sit down and relax while watching the waves crush the shore.

The Jaffa Clock Tower's history goes back to the Ottoman period. It is located at the entrance to the Old Jaffa area of the city. The Clock Tower is often used as a meeting point for city tours, and is one of Tel Aviv's most recognizable landmarks.

The Azrieli Towers were built between 1996 and 1999, which makes them a relatively new addition to Tel Aviv's city scape. Visit the towers and do take the chance to shop at one of the largest shopping malls in the country (located at the ground level of the towers).

One of the most popular museums in Tel Aviv, the Museum of Art hosts an ever-changing selection of excellent exhibitions. With a permanent display at departments for Israeli and contemporary art, design and architecture, and even photography, the museum truly has something to offer any visitor.

According to Greek mythology, Andromeda was tied to one of the rocks somewhere along the shore and offered to a sea monster. She was rescued by Perseus, and the two later went on to go get married. The rock Andromeda was once chained to is, as the legend goes, still here today.

If you would like to see one of the most amazing areas of Tel Aviv, Neve Tzedek is the place for you to go. Famed artists and writers used to live here. Today, Neve Tzedek preserves much of its historical charm and is a great neighbourhood to explore all while dining at authentic restaurants and dropping into colorful shops.

The Hayarkon Park is the perfect place if you want to get away from the busy streets of the city. It's located just right outside of downtown Tel Aviv and is highly popular with residents for its facilitates and scenic areas. World-renowned musicians (from The Rolling Stones to Justin Bieber) have performed here at different points in time.

If you are in Tel Aviv and would like to know more about the country's history and culture, Eretz Israel Museum is the place for you. The museum not only has exhibits but also a planetarium, lecture rooms and workshops for its visitors.

If your are looking to escape from the bustling streets of the city, Meir Park can be a great choice for you. Sit down and have a cup of coffee in the cafe or stop by at the park's playground if you're visiting with kids. It's a wonderful, central green spot for everyone to enjoy nature for a little while.

Charles Clore Park is located right next to the Mediterranean Sea. Take your friends or family to this park and have a nice afternoon while barbecuing, playing ball games, riding a bicycle along the scenic promenade or just relaxing out in the sun.

Al-Bahr Mosque is the oldest mosque in Old Jaffa. People arriving by boat used to enter the city via Jaffa's old port. To take in the view of the city's historic center, use the mosque as a vantage point and enjoy the panorama. Al-Bar Mosque is located right on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea.

Suzanne Dellal Center is a dance and theatre show space with an inviting open-air garden, a venue popular with both locals and visitors. The Center boasts an ever-changing offer of professionally staged performances, so do check the website for schedules when you're in town.

Just outside of the city you can bump into the largest number of animals in a safari park in the Middle East. Gorillas, hippos, lions and elephants are just some of the 1600 species of animals waiting for you! Don't miss the chance to visit this place if you are in town!

The heart of Old Jaffa, Kikar Kedumim is an ancient central square and an essential stop for anyone touring the city. With the city port on one side and Old Jaffa streets on the other, Kikar Kedumim is the perfect departure point for a Tel Aviv city tour. Do not miss its centerpiece fountain, as well as souvenir shops and eateries in the area.

The former national stadium of Israel (it used to hold the title up until 2014) is the Ramat Gan Stadium. It is mostly used to host football games, but is also a site for large-scale concerts and athletic competitions other than football.

Cymbalista Synagogue and Jewish Heritage Center is a local cultural institution that aims to promote mutual understanding between different sub-groups of the local population - religious or otherwise - via hosting events and lectures. The building itself, with its two bulky towers, is a sight to behold.

Right outside of Tel Aviv is a place where you are welcome to take a closer look at the sky and to all of its stars. Givatayim Observatory also offers educational lectures and courses for children and adults. The friendly staff will help you get answers to all of your questions about the cosmos and skies.

Sitting outside, enjoying a tasty meal while sipping on your favourite cocktail is sometimes all you wish for. Dalida is a reputable, centrally located Middle Eastern restaurant that makes it happen - stop by if you are longing for some refreshment and great music.

Fleamarket - not to be confused with Tel Aviv's actual flea market - is a great restaurant for those who are looking to dine on fresh seafood and paired with some of the finest regional wines. Stop by and have a lovely dinner while enjoying the special atmosphere of this place.

Haj Kahil offers a large variety of delicious meals for both meat eaters and vegetarians. The establishment specializes in Palestinian and broader Middle Eastern cuisine - order a selection of small plates to try a variety of flavours at once. Please mind that no alcohol is served.

Night Kitchen is one of the hippest restaurants around - its kitchen is known for the innovative approach to dish preparation and presentation, and offerings range from ceviche to tacos to a whole multitude of Mediterranean specialties. The location is convenient, too.

This well-visited restaurant is the right place to try out one of the local specialties - the namesake shakshuka, a tomato and egg-based dish with special seasoning. Try the classic variety, or customize your shakshuka with meats and vegetables of personal choice.

Sumesa is an all-around excellent kosher restaurant consistently delivering meal offerings of superb quality. Tuck into juicy cuts of meat cooked to perfection, and follow up with a decadent dessert. Located next to the Dimol Mall, which makes it a great after-shopping dinner location.

La Shuk serves authentic Middle Eastern food right in the heart of Tel Aviv. The restaurant is known as the go-to place for fish and seafood lovers, and enjoys a superb reputation for its exceptionally attentive service. Do not skip on the bread and dips.

La Repubblica di Ronimotti is located right in the heart of Lev Ha'ir district. Stop by to have breakfast, lunch or even dinner at La Repubblica - separate menus are available for each meal of the day. Cuisine served is refined Italian, featuring familiar classics and refreshing new finds.

Zepra is Tel Aviv's fine dining - the upscale restaurant serves an Asian-inspired menu for lunch and dinner, and lays special emphasis on attentive service and forging a welcoming atmosphere. Portion sizes are modest, so do keep this in mind if looking to satiate a substantial hunger.

Delicious bagels with a cup of coffee on the side is what Cafe Xoho offers visitors. Located just a few minutes away from the beach, this excellent vegan- and vegetarian-friendly cafe and bakery welcomes for breakfast, lunch, and a coffee in-between.

Healthy does not equate to flavourless at Café Louise, a chain of several establishments throughout Israel, all of which place special emphasis on offering delicious, nutritious meals to guests with any any dietary requirements - especially so plant-based eaters.

Puaa is a popular place among those looking to take a little break from the busy flea market of Jaffa. The quaint cafe offers a pleasant selection of nourishing local and international specialties, and is especially well-known as one of the locals' breakfast spots of choice.

Everyone deserves a treat sometimes, and Cookeez is certainly a good place to get one. Indulge in one of the delicious ice cream cookie sandwiches on display, selecting your own cookie variety and ice cream of choice. The chill dessert is a welcome refreshment on a hot day.

You'll never look the same way at hummus again after a brief stop at Abu Hasan, an eatery serving hummus and hummus only, with a side of bread and fresh chopped onion. Do not despair if securing a spot inside proves too complicated - the eatery is incredibly popular, and patrons often spill out onto the street.

Nearly universally heralded as the best possible pizza place in Tel Aviv, Ha'pizza may venture off traditional Italian classics with its recipes, but all into a no less delicious direction. The kitchen is open, allowing for a a fascinating insight into the kitchen's workings.

The hip cafe gives off a relaxed vibe of a neighborhood coffee place, with an unassuming yet cool interior and a compact outdoor terrace that seats a select few. All coffee is carefully selected and roasted in a variety of techniques. A few snacks and pastries available to order.

Cafe Birenbaum provides real authentic food in an enchanting atmosphere. This places welcomes you with open-arms and offers home-made cafe. Healthy meals and delicious dessert is waiting for you if you decide to stop by!

This bar's premise attracts locals and tourists alike - all food and drink (including alcohol) comes at a fixed price of 6 New Israeli Shekels - that's about 1.5 US Dollars (as of March 2017), which is a bargain hard to beat. The concept is borrowed from a chain of Cofix stores operating on the same basis.

HaMinzar is a great place to grab a beer or even sit down for a meal at a reasonable price any time of day - they are open 24/7. It's one of the oldest bars in town, and one that offers both in- and outdoor seating along with consistently good service.

Mila is the right place to go if you'd like to take advantage of a 1+1 happy hour special in the area of Dizengoff. Every day from 17.00 to 21.00 - the happy hour period - the bar gets fully packed with customers, the crowd spilling out from the bar's insides onto the street. Serves food alongside drinks.

Enjoy the evening in a small hideaway with your significant other. Le Par Derrière offers seating in a romantic garden with a lovely atmosphere. Order your favourite Israeli wine and try out one of the cheese plates while enjoying this lovely wine bar.

A fun night out with excellent drinks and friendly staff is what Dizzy Frishdon has to offer. It's divided into 3 different bar areas, in- and outdoors. Spending your night out in this lounge-bar is not only fun but an entire experience - locals and visitors are known to mingle here freely.

Chill outside on the outdoor terrace, spend the night firing up the dance-floor, or simply marvel at the awesome graffiti on the walls - all to tunes spun by an ever-changing line-up of local and international Djs (see website for schedules).

The Cat and the Dog, located in the Karlibach area, is the club for the fans of tech, progressive house and electronic music. They style themselves "Israel's leading underground club", and as such regularly feature the best DJs from Israel and around the world.

Lining up top DJs, this club has quickly became on of the top names in Tel Aviv's clubbing scene. Some parts of the place offer a more laid-back atmosphere and tasty food, but the Breakfast Club is really all about dancing and partying.

Haoman 17 is perhaps one of the most spectacular and visually stunning clubs in the city, with gorgeous indoor and outdoor areas, a huge stage for all manner of events and performances and plenty of room for hundreds of people.

If it comes to gay nightlife in Tel Aviv, Shpagat is the number one place to go. Welcoming everyone, this club attracts not only locals but international travelers as well. Step in and enjoy a night-out in a high-school-gym-themed place with live music and great drinks.

Bugsy is for those who want to get away from the busiest streets of the city and enjoy a burger while having a few drinks. The menu consists of kosher meat dishes, as well as vegetarian options, and the ice coffee comes highly recommended.

Levontin 7 consits of not only a bar-restaurant but also a mini club and live music venue, as well. Talented local bands play covers and original songs, which can be enjoyed over a delicious vegan pizza.

Clara is the largest outdoor nightclub in Tel Aviv, a spacious beach bar and club that draws huge crowds in the summer. Party til dawn by the sea, dancing to the beats of some of the area's most celebrated DJs.

Langa Club (formerly known as Valium) is located on the fifth floor of the Migdalor building, and as such offers great views of the Tel Aviv skyline. It represents the height of luxury, with fine decor and finishings on every detail of the huge space.

Bellboy Bar provides a unique vibe, excellent service and a fun but also laid-back atmosphere for its guests, boasting that it redefines the bar experience and sets "a new standard in modern hospitality." Try their award-winning cocktails and creative Mediterranean cuisine.

BuXa is a bar, gallery, performance venue and a general gathering space for the artistic and alternative crowds of Tel Aviv. Grab a drink and enjoy the art hanging on the walls, browse through books and records or if you're lucky, catch a performance.

Duplex Club is one of the largest party scenes of Tel Aviv. The building has two floors for all those who decide to party and keep dancing from dusk till dawn to music played by some of the best DJs.

Great food, excellent drinks, a chilled atmosphere and awesome music - these are just a few of the things that Silvia Bumper offers its guests. Visitors will also find a pool table and screenings of major sporting events to accompany their drinks.

Stern Gallery attracts its visitors with high quality classic and contemporary Israeli art. It is a great place to pick up a genuine treasure of a souvenir, a beautiful and unique piece by a talented local artist.

Carmel Market, or Shuk Ha'Carmel as the locals call it, is a place where you can find locals Tel Aviv do their everyday shopping. The market has become an attraction for tourists as well, but it is lovely for everyone just to take a walk through the market, shop for breakfast, find your favourite fruit or drink some freshly made juice.

Jaffa Flea Market has a lot to offer for those who decide to visit. Take a walk around the flea market - right in the middle of Jaffa - and find something for yourself among all the antiques and handmade products they have on offer. Even after the market is closed, it is nice to hang out in the restaurants and cafes just around the corner.

Dizengoff Center is the perfect place to stop by to do your shopping, go to a spa, have lunch or even spend some time with your kids at the indoor play center. The mall has more than 400 shops to choose from, as well as a cinema and other facilities.

Levinsky Market is a Tel Aviv institution, a paradise for foodies and a unique visit for tourists. Spices, nuts, dried fruits and fragrant herbs from around the world fill the stalls, showcasing the multicultural culinary scene in the city.

Shuk Hanamal is the place to go to shop fresh ingredients for your breakfast - or even better, have your breakfast here. There are tons of shops, cafes and restaurants along the side of the market where tourists can sit down and take a break while chilling and have some champagne.

Located in one of the most popular areas of the city, Adina Plastelina is a great place to stop by and pick some handmade jewelry, colorful earrings, necklaces or bracelets for your significant other, your friends or family members or even for yourself.

On Tuesdays and Fridays it is essential for everyone to visit the Antiques Market in Tel Aviv. Take a look around all the handicrafts, secondhand goods and unique items right in the heart of this beautiful city.

Stop by this little treasure chest and find yourself an antique map to hang up at home. Not only maps but rare books, prints and original prints can all be found at M. Pollak, making it a great place to find truly unique items.

Maskit is one of the most beloved luxury brands among women in Israel, with a long history to support it. Launched back in 1954, it has consistently provided cutting-edge fashion items for over 60 years.

Using the finest materials Yanic Fine Jewelry has become one of the most popular places to buy jewelry in the beautiful city of Tel Aviv. In their studio and workshop the work never stops, and they are ready to welcome visitors anytime.

Sarona has an indoor market where you can find a huge variety of shops and restaurants. It is a little green island of peace in the middle of the busy city of Tel Aviv. Walking around the market area you will find cheese stands, break counters, a butcher and a lot more treasure to lighten up your day.

The PhotoHouse contains one of the largest archives of historical photographs in Israel. Enjoy the exhibitions or purchase one of your favourites from the gift shop and take home an immortalised piece of Israeli history.

The Nahalat Binyamin Art Market is a huge arts and crafts fair, the largest of its kind in Israel and one of the most beautiful in the world. Within the spacious area you can find hand-made goods and designs, live music and great places to stop for a coffee.

Ben Gurion Airport is the main international airport serving Tel Aviv, located 19 km to the southeast of the city.

To travel to the city centre from the airport you can use the national bus company called Egged bus. There are two locations where you can take the bus from. One is the Airport City and the other is the Ben Gurion Airport - inbound and outbound terminals.

The second way to travel from the airport is by train. Israel Railways operates the Ben Gurion Airport Railway Station, located in the lower level of Terminal 3. The train goes to the north-west of Tel Aviv, Haifa and other destinations in the north, south-east to Modi'in, or south to Beersheba via Lod, Kiryat Gat and Lehavim. The journey to Tel Aviv Savidor Central Railway Station takes around 18 minutes.

The taxi service from the airport is provided under the supervision of the Israel Airport Authority. Passengers are recommended to avoid the use of non-authorized taxi services. The taxi station are located in front of the Terminal on Level G, near the exit through Gate 01.

To visit Israel you need a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry. If you hold an Israeli passport, you will be required to present it upon arrival.
Many countries have a Visa Waiver Program with Israel, which allows their citizens to visit Israel without a pre-arranged visa. Citizens of Australia, Canada, the EU, and the USA do not need a visa for touristic stays up to 90 days. Citizens of other countries can check if they need a visa at www.mfa.gov.il/MFA/ConsularServices/Documents/VisaRequirements-Tourists.pdf
Because of diplomatic issues, you might not be able to travel to some Arab or predominantly Muslim countries if your passport shows an Israeli visa or stamp. To solve this problem, your visa will be stamped on a separate entry card when you arrive in Israel.
Remember to bring your passport with you on trips to Palestinian territories: it will probably be required at checkpoints and border crossings.

The best months to visit Tel Aviv are March through April and September through November, as spring and fall bring reasonable and pleasant temperatures as well as the lowest prices. Moreover, during this period you will avoid the tourist crowds, so you can fully enjoy outdoor cafés and markets.

However, if you are heading to Tel Aviv for your summer holidays, then May to August is your time. The sun is bright and warm and the Mediterranean is perfect for a swim, but remember to book at least two months in advance, as this is the peak tourist season.

Bus transport:
The main public bus company that operates in Tel Aviv is called Dan and the national bus operator is Egged.

Tickets and Fares:
There are discounts for children, senior citizens and the disabled. You can either buy single rides, monthly subsections or an all-in-one public transportation pass. Tickets and passes can be obtained on the bus or at central bus stations.

Rail transport:
Tel Aviv-Yafo has four train stations, all of which are situated along the Ayalon highway. All trains to Tel Aviv-Yafo stop at all four stations. For best access to the city center, use either "Tel Aviv Merkaz" (also known as Arlozorov), or "Hashalom" which is located in a large shopping mall.

Taxi-il operates all around the country.
+972 50 5266133

Taxi Aviv
+972 1 700 503 300

Taxi Ichilov
+972 03 696 7070

There are post offices conveniently located all around the city.

You can find several pharmacies all over Tel Aviv, but most of them are closed on Saturdays.

Super-Pharm:

Country code: +972
Area code: 3

There are a few things you should know about the electricity in Israel.
The supply is single phase 220 volts and it is at 50 Hertz. The European double plugs will work here as well, even though most of the sockets have 3 holes.