Israel

Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv: Mediterranean beaches, Bauhaus streets, and nonstop energy.

Local time: UTC+2
Population: 0.46M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Very expensive

Food$$$$$About $102 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $216 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $10.2 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇮🇱 ILS =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

TLVBen Gurion International AirportMain international gateway, 13 km southeast of the city.

How	Cost	Time
TrainTel Aviv stations (HaHagana, HaShalom, Savidor)	₪15-20	15-20 min
Direct trains; buy ticket or use Rav-Kav.
Bus 445Tel Aviv hotels area	₪10-15	30-50 min
Runs hourly, 24/6.
TaxiCity center	₪150-200	15-25 min
Use meter; shared taxis can be cheaper.
Ride app (Gett/Uber)City center	₪120-180	15-25 min
Compare prices before booking.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Tel Aviv

Getting around

Walk and bike the center and promenade; use the light rail and buses for longer trips.

Light rail ★Since 2023 it links Jaffa, Neve Tzedek, Rothschild Blvd, Sarona and Tel Aviv Center. Handy for the main sights.
BusFrequent and cheap. Use a Rav-Kav smart card; no cash on buses.
Taxi / ride appsMetered taxis; Gett and Uber work in Tel Aviv. Good for late nights and the airport.
Rental carPossible, but traffic is heavy and parking is hard to find. Skip it for city days.
Walking ★Great along the beach promenade and in the center. The best way to see the city.
BikeBiking is great along the promenade and in the center. Rent by the hour or day.
FerryNo ferries to Tel Aviv. Private boats can dock at the marina.

Recommended stay★ 2 nights (3 days)

Two nights suit you: Jaffa's old town, White City architecture and one major art or city museum fill two sightseeing days, without needing a third night for beaches.

Best for

BeachSwims, promenade walks and sunsets on the Mediterranean.
FoodHummus, sabich, Carmel Market and all-night eating.

Weather by month

17°10°Jan🌧 12d

18°10°Feb🌧 9d

20°12°Mar🌧 8d

23°14°Apr🌧 3d

27°18°May🌧 2d

29°21°Jun🌧 1d

31°23°Jul

32°24°Aug

31°23°Sep

28°20°Oct🌧 4d

24°16°Nov🌧 7d

20°12°Dec🌧 10d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Mediterranean climate: hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters. The beach season runs roughly May to October.

Best time: April to June and OctoberWarm days around 23–29°C with little rain. Ideal for the beach and walking the city.
Hot, humid summer (July to September)Highs of 31–32°C and warm nights. Swim early, rest in the shade at midday.
Wet winter (December to February)Around 10–12 rain days a month and highs of 17–20°C. Pack a jacket and umbrella.
Rain is seasonalAlmost none from June to September. Most rain falls between November and March.
Sea and beachThe sea is warmest in late summer. Check flags and lifeguard hours on the day.
What to packLight clothes, hat and sunscreen for summer; a light jacket and rain layer for winter.

Landmarks 11

Must-see · 8

1
Old Jaffa
The ancient port quarter is Tel Aviv's most famous sight, with stone alleys, a flea market and sea views that draw every first-time visitor. Go early in the morning to beat the crowds and heat, and wear comfortable shoes for the cobblestones.
2
Tel Aviv Beach
The long Mediterranean beachfront is the heart of the city, with calm swimming and lively promenades. Late afternoon is best for swimming and sunset; the beaches are free and easy to reach on foot or by bus.
3
Neve Tzedek
One of the city's oldest neighborhoods, now a charming maze of restored houses, galleries and quiet lanes. Wander on a weekday morning when it is calm, and dress casually for walking.
4
Carmel Market
The bustling open-air market is the best place to taste local food and feel the city's everyday energy. Come before noon on Friday for the fullest stalls, and bring cash for snacks.
5
Bauhaus/White City architecture
Tel Aviv holds one of the world's great collections of Bauhaus and International Style buildings, a UNESCO-listed draw. A self-guided walk is free; start in the morning to avoid the midday sun.
6
Rothschild Boulevard
This leafy boulevard mixes historic buildings, cafes and the story of the city's founding. It is free and pleasant to stroll in the late afternoon or evening.
7
HaYarkon Park
The city's largest green space offers lawns, paths and river-side walks for a break from the streets. Early morning or late afternoon is coolest; entry is free.
8
Tel Aviv Museum of Art
A major museum with a strong modern and Israeli collection, worth a half day for art lovers. Check opening hours and ticket prices ahead, as some days are shorter.

Cultural

Modern Architecture 1

Market 1

Park 1

Old Town 2

Modern History 1

Museum 1

Natural

Beach 1

Activities

Food 1

Amusement Park 2

Day trips from Tel Aviv

Jerusalem · 47 min by train

★★★★★ · Full day · 65 km from Tel Aviv

Best way: Frequent trains take about 47 minutes and drop you at Navon station with light rail into the Old City.

Frequent Israel Railways trains run from Tel Aviv stations (Hashalom, Savidor) to Jerusalem Yitzhak Navon station in about 40 minutes, then take the light rail or a short bus ride into the Old City.

Train ★47 min · from $7-$10
Bus44 min · from $3-$5
Car57 min · taxi ≈ 340 ILS

What to see

Old City walls and Cardo
Western Wall
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Mahane Yehuda Market
Mount of Olives viewpoint

8 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Many sights close on Saturdays and Jewish holidays, so check opening hours
Book popular sites like the Old City tunnels ahead in peak season
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons to walk the Old City

Haifa · 1 h 09 by train

★★★☆☆ · Full day · 94 km from Tel Aviv

Best way: Direct trains reach Haifa in about 1h 9m, faster and more frequent than the bus.

Direct Israel Railways trains from Tel Aviv Savidor or Hashalom reach Haifa's Merkaz/Hashmona stations in under an hour; the Carmelit funicular or local buses connect to the Bahai Gardens and German Colony.

Train ★1 h 09 · from $10-$13
Bus1 h 15 · from $4-$7
Car1 h 19 · taxi ≈ 480 ILS

What to see

Bahai Gardens terraces
German Colony
Stella Maris Monastery
Wadi Nisnas market quarter

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

Bahai Gardens terraces have limited visiting hours and some sections need a guided tour
The Carmelit funicular is useful for the steep climb to the gardens
Clear spring and autumn days give the best views over the bay

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Tel Aviv rewards visitors with sun-soaked beaches, a lively food scene, and a UNESCO-listed White City of Bauhaus architecture. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

1 night · Beach

One easy beach day: swim in the morning, walk the promenade, catch sunset over Jaffa.

Tickets & tours: ≈ ILS 60
Taxis: ≈ ILS 108

Day 1

Beach morning and Jaffa sunset

Tickets ≈ ILS 60 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 93

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–10:30 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas cost extra

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Swim early before the heat. Lifeguards usually from 07:00.

Open Open all day · lifeguards usually 07:00–17:00, longer in summer · Source
Taxi · 515 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
2

11:00–12:30 · ≈ ILS 30–60 per hour rental

Seafront bike ride

Ride the seafront south toward Jaffa. Bring water and a hat.

Open Rental shops daytime · check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ ILS 21
3

13:00–13:30 · ≈ ILS 15–30 per pita

Falafel Landmark quest

Quick lunch near the beach. Most stands are daytime only.

Open Most stands Sun–Thu daytime · some close early Friday · check on the day
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ ILS 42
4

18:30–19:15 · Free

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Best light at sunset. Check sunset time on the day.

Open Always open
Taxi · 676 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ ILS 15
5

19:30–20:30 · Free to browse · food priced per item

Jaffa Flea Market

Evening bars and food around the market lanes.

Open Sun–Thu daytime · Friday busy · Saturday limited

Day 2

Slow morning, then go

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 15

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–11:00 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas extra

Gordon Beach

Last swim. Showers and cafes nearby.

Open Open all day · lifeguards daytime
Taxi · 524 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
2

11:15–12:00 · Free

Sunset on the promenade

Short promenade walk before you leave.

Open Always open

1 night · Food

Eat your way through Carmel Market and Sarona, with a Jaffa food stop on day two.

Tickets & tours: ≈ ILS 270
Taxis: ≈ ILS 110

Day 1

Market day

Tickets ≈ ILS 250 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 54

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:00 · Free to enter · food priced per item

Carmel Market Landmark quest

Go early. Closed Saturday, and Friday closes around 14:00.

Open Sun–Thu roughly 08:00–17:00 · Fri until about 14:00 · closed Saturday · Source
Taxi · 161 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ ILS 15
2

11:00–14:00 · ≈ ILS 200–350 per person · check inclusions

Carmel Market food tour

Book ahead. Tours usually run in the morning.

Open Tours usually morning · book ahead
Taxi · 466 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
3

15:00–16:00 · Free to walk

Rothschild Boulevard walk

Walk off lunch under the trees.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ ILS 24
4

18:00–19:00 · Free to enter · food priced per item

Sarona Market

Indoor food hall, good for dinner. Saturday hours are limited.

Open Sun–Thu roughly 09:00–21:00 · Fri shorter · Saturday limited · Source

Day 2

Jaffa flavours, then fly

Tickets ≈ ILS 20 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 56

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–10:30 · Free to browse · food priced per item

Jaffa Flea Market

Friday morning is busiest and best.

Open Sun–Thu daytime · Friday busy · Saturday limited
Taxi · 531 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
2

10:45–12:45 · Free to walk · some sites charge entry

Old Jaffa Landmark quest

Wander the lanes and the port. Galleries open later in the day.

Open Streets always open · St Peter's Church and galleries have daytime hours · Source
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ ILS 41
3

13:00–13:30 · ≈ ILS 15–30 per pita

Falafel Landmark quest

Last bite before the airport. Check stand hours on the day.

Open Most stands Sun–Thu daytime · some close early Friday · check on the day

1 night · Culture

Old Jaffa and Neve Tzedek on foot, plus a museum for the hot afternoon.

Tickets & tours: ≈ ILS 120
Taxis: ≈ ILS 117

Day 1

Old Jaffa and the old station

Tickets ≈ ILS 120 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 80

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–11:00 · ≈ ILS 80–180 per person · check on the day

Old Jaffa walking tour

Morning tours are common. Book ahead.

Open Tours usually morning or late afternoon
Taxi · 265 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
2

11:15–12:00 · Free

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Sea views from the old port.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ ILS 23
3

13:30–15:00 · Free to walk

Neve Tzedek walk

Lunch first, then the lanes. Shops are daytime only.

Open Always open · shops and cafes daytime
Taxi · 356 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
4

15:30–16:30 · Free to enter

HaTachana (Old Railway Station)

Old railway station, cafes and small shops.

Open Shops and cafes daytime into evening · check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ ILS 27
5

18:30–19:15 · Free

Sunset on the promenade

Walk back along the promenade for sunset.

Open Always open

Day 2

Bauhaus morning, then go

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 37

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:00 · Small entry fee · book ahead

Independence Hall (Beit Ha'atzmaut)

Weekday tours by booking. Check on the day.

Open Weekday tours by booking · check on the day
2

10:15–11:15 · Free to walk

Rothschild Boulevard walk

Bauhaus buildings along the boulevard.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ ILS 20
3

11:30–12:00 · Free

Habima Square

Quick look at the square and theatre.

Open Always open
Taxi · 1150 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ ILS 18
4

12:30–14:30 · Entry fee · check current price online

Tel Aviv Museum of Art

Check opening days and hours on the day.

Open Closed Sunday? check on the day · usually open most weekdays · Source

2 nights · Beach ★ Recommended length

First-timers who want sand, sea and sunsets, with a little Jaffa history in between.

Tickets & tours: ≈ ILS 60
Taxis: ≈ ILS 202

Day 1

Arrive, settle in, first swim

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 55

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

15:00–16:30 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas cost extra

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Drop bags first. Lifeguards usually finish around 17:00, longer in summer.

Open Open all day · lifeguards usually 07:00–17:00, longer in summer · Source
Taxi · 267 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
2

17:00–18:00 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas extra

Gordon Beach

Easy walk up the promenade. Good for a late dip.

Open Open all day · lifeguards daytime
Taxi · 524 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
3

18:30–19:15 · Free

Sunset on the promenade

Stay on the promenade for sunset. Check the exact sunset time on the day.

Open Always open
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ ILS 25
4

19:30–21:00 · Free to walk · food and rentals extra

Tel Aviv Port (Namal)

Dinner at the port. Boardwalk stays busy into the night.

Open Boardwalk always open · shops and restaurants daytime into night

Day 2

Bike the seafront, then Jaffa

Tickets ≈ ILS 40 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 98

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:30 · ≈ ILS 30–60 per hour rental

Seafront bike ride

Rent near the beach. Ride south toward Jaffa. Shops open daytime, check on the day.

Open Rental shops daytime · check on the day
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ ILS 37
2

11:00–11:45 · Free

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Park the bikes and walk the port. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 181 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ ILS 15
3

11:45–13:45 · Free to walk · some sites charge entry

Old Jaffa Landmark quest

Wander the lanes and St Peter's Church. Streets always open, galleries daytime.

Open Streets always open · St Peter's Church and galleries have daytime hours · Source
Taxi · 531 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
4

14:00–15:00 · Free to browse · food priced per item

Jaffa Flea Market

Lunch and browsing. Friday is busiest, Saturday limited.

Open Sun–Thu daytime · Friday busy · Saturday limited
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ ILS 31
5

18:30–19:15 · Free

Sunset on the promenade

Back on the Tel Aviv promenade for the sunset.

Open Always open

Day 3

Slow morning, then go

Tickets ≈ ILS 20 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 48

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:30 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas cost extra

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Last swim before checkout. Lifeguards from about 07:00.

Open Open all day · lifeguards usually 07:00–17:00, longer in summer · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ ILS 22
2

11:00–12:00 · Free to enter · food priced per item

Carmel Market Landmark quest

Grab snacks for the trip. Closed Saturday, Friday until about 14:00.

Open Sun–Thu roughly 08:00–17:00 · Fri until about 14:00 · closed Saturday · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ ILS 26
3

12:15–12:45 · ≈ ILS 15–30 per pita

Falafel Landmark quest

Quick lunch. Most stands are daytime only, check on the day.

Open Most stands Sun–Thu daytime · some close early Friday · check on the day

2 nights · Food ★ Recommended length

Eaters who want the market, the hummus and the late-night port, with beach breaks.

Tickets & tours: ≈ ILS 270
Taxis: ≈ ILS 187

Day 1

Arrive, Sarona and the port

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 74

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:00–14:30 · Free to enter · food priced per item

Sarona Market

Indoor food hall, good for lunch and a hot afternoon. Saturday hours are limited.

Open Sun–Thu roughly 09:00–21:00 · Fri shorter · Saturday limited · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ ILS 24
2

15:00–16:00 · Free to walk

Rothschild Boulevard walk

Walk off lunch under the trees. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ ILS 20
3

16:15–16:45 · Free

Habima Square

Short stop, good for a coffee nearby.

Open Always open
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ ILS 30
4

18:30–20:30 · Free to walk · food and rentals extra

Tel Aviv Port (Namal)

Dinner by the water. Restaurants run into the night.

Open Boardwalk always open · shops and restaurants daytime into night

Day 2

Market morning, Jaffa afternoon

Tickets ≈ ILS 250 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 65

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–12:30 · ≈ ILS 200–350 per person · check inclusions

Carmel Market food tour

Book ahead. Tours usually run in the morning. Not on Saturday.

Open Tours usually morning · book ahead
Taxi · 940 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ ILS 17
2

13:30–15:00 · Free to walk

Neve Tzedek walk

Cafes and small streets. Shops are daytime only.

Open Always open · shops and cafes daytime
Taxi · 356 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
3

15:15–16:15 · Free to enter

HaTachana (Old Railway Station)

Old railway station, shops and cafes. Check hours on the day.

Open Shops and cafes daytime into evening · check on the day
Taxi · 1177 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ ILS 18
4

16:30–17:30 · Free to browse · food priced per item

Jaffa Flea Market

Snack and browse. Friday busy, Saturday limited.

Open Sun–Thu daytime · Friday busy · Saturday limited
Taxi · 676 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ ILS 15
5

18:30–19:15 · Free

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Sunset over the water, then dinner in Jaffa.

Open Always open

Day 3

Falafel and farewell

Tickets ≈ ILS 20 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 48

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:30–11:00 · ≈ ILS 15–30 per pita

Falafel Landmark quest

Late breakfast. Check opening on the day.

Open Most stands Sun–Thu daytime · some close early Friday · check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ ILS 26
2

11:15–12:15 · Free to enter · food priced per item

Carmel Market Landmark quest

Last shopping for spices and snacks. Closed Saturday.

Open Sun–Thu roughly 08:00–17:00 · Fri until about 14:00 · closed Saturday · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ ILS 22
3

12:30–13:30 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas cost extra

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Quick sit by the sea before you go.

Open Open all day · lifeguards usually 07:00–17:00, longer in summer · Source

2 nights · Culture ★ Recommended length

First-timers who want Bauhaus streets, museums and the old port, paced for hot days.

Tickets & tours: ≈ ILS 140
Taxis: ≈ ILS 146

Day 1

Arrive, Bauhaus and the museum

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 45

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:00–14:00 · Free to walk

Rothschild Boulevard walk

Start with the White City streets. Always open.

Open Always open
2

14:15–15:15 · Small entry fee · book ahead

Independence Hall (Beit Ha'atzmaut)

Weekday tours by booking only. Check on the day.

Open Weekday tours by booking · check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ ILS 26
3

15:30–17:30 · Entry fee · check current price online

Tel Aviv Museum of Art

Good for a hot afternoon. Hours vary, check on the day.

Open Closed Sunday? check on the day · usually open most weekdays · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ ILS 20
4

18:00–18:30 · Free

Dizengoff Square

Evening stroll, cafes around the square.

Open Always open

Day 2

Old Jaffa and Neve Tzedek

Tickets ≈ ILS 120 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:30 · ≈ ILS 80–180 per person · check on the day

Old Jaffa walking tour

Book ahead. Tours usually morning or late afternoon.

Open Tours usually morning or late afternoon
2

11:45–13:15 · Free to walk · some sites charge entry

Old Jaffa Landmark quest

Stay on for the lanes and St Peter's Church. Galleries daytime only.

Open Streets always open · St Peter's Church and galleries have daytime hours · Source
Taxi · 531 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
3

13:30–14:30 · Free to browse · food priced per item

Jaffa Flea Market

Lunch and browsing. Saturday limited.

Open Sun–Thu daytime · Friday busy · Saturday limited
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ ILS 20
4

15:30–17:00 · Free to walk

Neve Tzedek walk

Late afternoon is best here. Shops and cafes daytime.

Open Always open · shops and cafes daytime
Taxi · 356 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
5

17:15–18:15 · Free to enter

HaTachana (Old Railway Station)

Old railway station. Check hours on the day.

Open Shops and cafes daytime into evening · check on the day

Day 3

Port morning, then go

Tickets ≈ ILS 20 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 52

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:00 · Free to walk · food and rentals extra

Tel Aviv Port (Namal)

Boardwalk is always open. Shops and cafes daytime.

Open Boardwalk always open · shops and restaurants daytime into night
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ ILS 30
2

11:15–11:45 · Free

Habima Square

Short stop before you head off.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ ILS 22
3

12:00–12:30 · ≈ ILS 15–30 per pita

Falafel Landmark quest

Quick lunch. Check opening on the day.

Open Most stands Sun–Thu daytime · some close early Friday · check on the day

3 nights · Beach

Swim, walk the promenade and catch a Mediterranean sunset every day.

Tickets & tours: ≈ ILS 40
Taxis: ≈ ILS 160

Day 1

Arrive and settle by the sea

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

16:00–17:30 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas cost extra

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Easy first swim. Lifeguards usually until 17:00, later in summer.

Open Open all day · lifeguards usually 07:00–17:00, longer in summer · Source
Taxi · 260 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
2

18:00–18:45 · Free

Sunset on the promenade

Walk the promenade as the sun goes down.

Open Always open
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ ILS 25
3

19:15–20:45 · Free to walk · food and rentals extra

Tel Aviv Port (Namal)

Dinner on the boardwalk. Shops and restaurants run into the night.

Open Boardwalk always open · shops and restaurants daytime into night

Day 2

Beach morning, Jaffa afternoon

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 66

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–11:00 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas extra

Gordon Beach

Morning swim. Lifeguards daytime.

Open Open all day · lifeguards daytime
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ ILS 36
2

12:30–13:15 · Free

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Short taxi or bus south. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 181 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ ILS 15
3

13:30–15:30 · Free to walk · some sites charge entry

Old Jaffa Landmark quest

Wander the lanes. St Peter's Church and galleries have daytime hours.

Open Streets always open · St Peter's Church and galleries have daytime hours · Source
Taxi · 531 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
4

16:00–17:00 · Free to browse · food priced per item

Jaffa Flea Market

Sun–Thu daytime. Saturday limited.

Open Sun–Thu daytime · Friday busy · Saturday limited

Day 3

Bike ride and port evening

Tickets ≈ ILS 40 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 39

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:00 · ≈ ILS 30–60 per hour rental

Seafront bike ride

Ride the seafront path. Rental shops daytime.

Open Rental shops daytime · check on the day
Taxi · 515 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
2

12:00–13:30 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas cost extra

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Cool off after the ride.

Open Open all day · lifeguards usually 07:00–17:00, longer in summer · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ ILS 24
3

18:30–20:00 · Free to walk · food and rentals extra

Tel Aviv Port (Namal)

Evening stroll and dinner by the water.

Open Boardwalk always open · shops and restaurants daytime into night

Day 4

Last swim, then go

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 15

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:30 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas extra

Gordon Beach

One last swim. Check out first if needed.

Open Open all day · lifeguards daytime
Taxi · 524 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
2

11:00–11:30 · Free

Sunset on the promenade

Quick walk along the promenade before you leave.

Open Always open

3 nights · Food

Market mornings, falafel lunches and long dinners in the old port.

Tickets & tours: ≈ ILS 290
Taxis: ≈ ILS 198

Day 1

Arrive, market and port dinner

Tickets ≈ ILS 20 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 48

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

14:00–15:30 · Free to enter · food priced per item

Carmel Market Landmark quest

Sun–Thu roughly 08:00–17:00. Closed Saturday.

Open Sun–Thu roughly 08:00–17:00 · Fri until about 14:00 · closed Saturday · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ ILS 26
2

15:45–16:15 · ≈ ILS 15–30 per pita

Falafel Landmark quest

Grab a late lunch nearby. Check on the day.

Open Most stands Sun–Thu daytime · some close early Friday · check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ ILS 21
3

19:00–21:00 · Free to walk · food and rentals extra

Tel Aviv Port (Namal)

Dinner on the boardwalk. Restaurants run into the night.

Open Boardwalk always open · shops and restaurants daytime into night

Day 2

Food tour and old Jaffa

Tickets ≈ ILS 250 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 57

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09:30–12:30 · ≈ ILS 200–350 per person · check inclusions

Carmel Market food tour

Book ahead. Tours usually morning.

Open Tours usually morning · book ahead
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ ILS 26
2

14:00–16:00 · Free to walk · some sites charge entry

Old Jaffa Landmark quest

Walk off lunch in the lanes.

Open Streets always open · St Peter's Church and galleries have daytime hours · Source
Taxi · 531 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
3

16:30–17:30 · Free to browse · food priced per item

Jaffa Flea Market

Friday busy. Saturday limited.

Open Sun–Thu daytime · Friday busy · Saturday limited
Taxi · 676 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ ILS 15
4

18:00–18:45 · Free

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Sunset view. Always open.

Open Always open

Day 3

Sarona and the boulevard

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 67

1

12:00–13:00 · Free to enter · food priced per item

Sarona Market

Lunch indoors. Sun–Thu roughly 09:00–21:00, Saturday limited.

Open Sun–Thu roughly 09:00–21:00 · Fri shorter · Saturday limited · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ ILS 24
2

14:00–15:00 · Free to walk

Rothschild Boulevard walk

Walk the boulevard. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ ILS 20
3

16:00–16:30 · Free

Habima Square

Coffee stop. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ ILS 23
4

18:00–19:30 · Free to walk

Neve Tzedek walk

Late afternoon stroll, then dinner in the neighbourhood.

Open Always open · shops and cafes daytime

Day 4

Breakfast and go

Tickets ≈ ILS 20 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 26

1

10:00–10:30 · ≈ ILS 15–30 per pita

Falafel Landmark quest

Quick bite before you leave. Check on the day.

Open Most stands Sun–Thu daytime · some close early Friday · check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ ILS 26
2

11:00–12:00 · Free to enter · food priced per item

Carmel Market Landmark quest

Last snacks for the trip. Closed Saturday.

Open Sun–Thu roughly 08:00–17:00 · Fri until about 14:00 · closed Saturday · Source

3 nights · Culture

Old Jaffa, Bauhaus streets and museums, with beach breaks in between.

Tickets & tours: ≈ ILS 120
Taxis: ≈ ILS 174

Day 1

Arrive, boulevard and old station

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 58

1

14:00–15:00 · Free to walk

Rothschild Boulevard walk

Bauhaus walk. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ ILS 20
2

15:15–15:45 · Free

Habima Square

Short stop. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ ILS 23
3

16:30–18:00 · Free to walk

Neve Tzedek walk

Late afternoon is best.

Open Always open · shops and cafes daytime
Taxi · 356 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
4

18:15–19:15 · Free to enter

HaTachana (Old Railway Station)

Shops and cafes into evening. Check on the day.

Open Shops and cafes daytime into evening · check on the day

Day 2

Old Jaffa day

Tickets ≈ ILS 120 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 30

1

09:30–11:30 · ≈ ILS 80–180 per person · check on the day

Old Jaffa walking tour

Book ahead. Tours usually morning.

Open Tours usually morning or late afternoon
2

12:00–14:00 · Free to walk · some sites charge entry

Old Jaffa Landmark quest

Lanes, St Peter's Church and galleries in daytime hours.

Open Streets always open · St Peter's Church and galleries have daytime hours · Source
Taxi · 531 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
3

14:30–15:30 · Free to browse · food priced per item

Jaffa Flea Market

Sun–Thu daytime. Saturday limited.

Open Sun–Thu daytime · Friday busy · Saturday limited
Taxi · 676 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ ILS 15
4

17:30–18:15 · Free

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Sunset viewpoint. Always open.

Open Always open

Day 3

Museum and beach

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 65

1

10:00–11:00 · Small entry fee · book ahead

Independence Hall (Beit Ha'atzmaut)

Weekday tours by booking. Check on the day.

Open Weekday tours by booking · check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ ILS 26
2

12:00–14:00 · Entry fee · check current price online

Tel Aviv Museum of Art

Hot afternoon indoors. Check opening days on the day.

Open Closed Sunday? check on the day · usually open most weekdays · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ ILS 25
3

16:00–17:30 · Free · sunbeds and umbrellas cost extra

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Late swim. Lifeguards usually until 17:00, later in summer.

Open Open all day · lifeguards usually 07:00–17:00, longer in summer · Source
Taxi · 260 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ ILS 15
4

18:00–18:45 · Free

Sunset on the promenade

Promenade sunset.

Open Always open

Day 4

Last walk, then go

Tickets ≈ ILS 0 pp · taxis ≈ ILS 20

1

10:00–10:30 · Free

Dizengoff Square

Quick look. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ ILS 20
2

11:00–12:00 · Free to enter · food priced per item

Carmel Market Landmark quest

Souvenirs and snacks. Closed Saturday.

Open Sun–Thu roughly 08:00–17:00 · Fri until about 14:00 · closed Saturday · Source

Swap in instead

Swap a beach day for Old Jaffa: the port, the flea market and the alleys of the old town.
Add a day in Jerusalem. Buses and trains run often; check times on the day.
Take a half-day to Caesarea or the Carmel coast if you have a car or join a tour.

Getting around

Light rail (since 2023) links Jaffa, Neve Tzedek, Rothschild Blvd, Sarona, and Tel Aviv Center.
Buses are frequent and cheap; use a Rav-Kav smart card (no cash on buses).
Taxis are metered; ride apps like Gett and Uber work in Tel Aviv.
Driving is possible but traffic is heavy and parking is hard to find.
Walking and biking are great along the beach promenade and in the center.
No ferries to Tel Aviv; private boats can dock at the marina.

Where to stay

Tel Aviv Center · ≈ ILS 450–900 a night
Walk to the beach, Rothschild Blvd and the light rail. Best base for first-timers.
Neve Tzedek · ≈ ILS 600–1,200 a night
Quiet, pretty old streets near the beach and Jaffa. Good for couples.
Jaffa · ≈ ILS 400–850 a night
Old port, flea market and history. Cheaper than the center; light rail links it.
Port area · ≈ ILS 550–1,100 a night
Waterfront promenade, restaurants and parks. Calm and walkable.

Food & drink

Try hummus, sabich (fried aubergine pita) and shakshuka. Cheap lunch spots charge about ILS 30–60.
Carmel Market: graze on fruit, cheese and street food. Busiest on Fridays; closed on Shabbat.
Falafel and shawarma are the fast, cheap option, about ILS 20–40 a portion.
Many restaurants are kosher and close from Friday afternoon to Saturday evening. Check opening hours.
Book dinner ahead for Thursday and Friday nights. Tipping is around 10–15%.

Tips

Public transport shuts down completely from Friday afternoon to Saturday evening for Shabbat
It is consistently ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world
The culinary and vegan scenes are world-class; hummus and falafel are must-tries
Explore the ancient, winding stone streets and flea markets of Jaffa just to the south
Security checks at airports and malls are thorough and standard procedure

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

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Carmel Market

Taste local foods at Carmel Market
Explore Tel Aviv's market culture
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Carmel Market & Tel Aviv Tour with Tastings

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Visit Masada and float in the Dead Sea
Convenient pickup from Tel Aviv
1,535 reviews · 4.5 rating

Hotel pickupFull day

Masada & Dead Sea Full-Day Tour with Pickup

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$125View tour

Explore Jerusalem's Old City
Visit Bethlehem
1,346 reviews · 4.3 rating

GuidedFull day

Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip

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$121View tour

Comprehensive Jerusalem tour
See major holy sites
863 reviews · 4.3 rating

Full dayGuided

Jerusalem Full Day Tour

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$95View tour

Souvenirs

Israeli tahini

ILS 15–35300–500 g jar · estimate

Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds, and it is a staple of Israeli cooking. Levinsky Market is one of Tel Aviv's best places to find it.

Where: Levinsky Market grocery shops

Choose a sealed jar and check the country of origin on the label.

Dead Sea salt and mud cosmetics

ILS 40–100small single item · estimate

These skincare products use minerals from the Dead Sea, which lies near Israel. They are a well-known local product sold across the country.

Where: Official AHAVA stores

Pick a miniature or a sealed item to keep the size and weight small for your trip.

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Climate

Landmarks 11

Must-see · 8

Old Jaffa

Tel Aviv Beach

Neve Tzedek

Carmel Market

Bauhaus/White City architecture

Rothschild Boulevard

HaYarkon Park

Tel Aviv Museum of Art

Cultural

Modern Architecture 1

Market 1

Park 1

Old Town 2

Modern History 1

Museum 1

Natural

Beach 1

Activities

Food 1

Amusement Park 2

Day trips from Tel Aviv

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Plans

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Seafront bike ride

Falafel Landmark quest

Gordon Beach

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Carmel Market Landmark quest

Carmel Market food tour

Sarona Market

Jaffa Flea Market

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Rothschild Boulevard walk

Independence Hall (Beit Ha'atzmaut)

Tel Aviv Museum of Art

Neve Tzedek walk

Old Jaffa Landmark quest

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Seafront bike ride

Falafel Landmark quest

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Jaffa Flea Market

Gordon Beach

Sunset on the promenade

Carmel Market Landmark quest

Carmel Market food tour

Rothschild Boulevard walk

Sarona Market

Jaffa Flea Market

Old Jaffa Landmark quest

Falafel Landmark quest

Old Jaffa walking tour

Jaffa Port viewpoint

Neve Tzedek walk

HaTachana (Old Railway Station)

Sunset on the promenade

Independence Hall (Beit Ha'atzmaut)

Rothschild Boulevard walk

Habima Square

Tel Aviv Museum of Art

Tel Aviv Beach Landmark quest

Gordon Beach

Sunset on the promenade

Tel Aviv Port (Namal)

Seafront bike ride

Jaffa Port viewpoint