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How to Spend Three Days in Tel Aviv: An Itinerary for 2023

For as long as I have traveled around the world Tel Aviv has held it down as being one of my favorite cities for food, sun, and really hot people in their 20s.  Definitely where some of my more maturing experiences have occurred but I always have fun in this seaside paradise of art and youth.  Whether I come for a crazy party weekend to let off some steam or to visit my cousins for a few days of chill family drinking you can find all points on the spectrum of experience in Tel Aviv.   

Located right on the Mediterranean Sea the sunsets here are some of the best in Israel.  The water makes your skin glow and gleam after a week of dips and for all you people out there who claim you do not have the genetic predisposition for tanning, well, get ready for the sexiest bronzing of your life.  

Tel Aviv is also the quintessential cosmopolitan artist city in Israel.  From the infinite gallery spaces, concert halls, museums, and graffiti, nearly every single surface is adorned.  Other than the amazing coastline and blooming art scene Tel Aviv’s creative spirit can also be found in its food.  This is one of the best cities to experience through your taste buds.  Almost all of the restaurants here are vegan friendly and you will not be munching on the standard tempe and lentils for your breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  Perhaps sir would care for some 3D printed meat from the deli? 

For all of you who are planning to travel to Israel after November 1st Tel Aviv is going to be your best bet when it comes to getting into restaurants and bars without the Israeli issued katav yarok (green pass).  The going out scene in Tel Aviv is mostly held outdoors.  There are some clubs that are considered closed spaces that you may encounter problems when entering, but overall you should not encounter too many barriers when it comes to being able to eat and drink.  For the purposes of this itinerary I recently took a “research” trip to Tel Aviv to get the latest scoop on where I could go armed with only my American vaccination card and a “can do” attitude. 

Day One (Thursday)

Breakfast at Benedict’s

Let’s start your trip off right with something hearty and cholesterol dense.  Why not you’re on vacation?  Benedict’s on Ben Yehuda Street has some of the best Western style breakfasts that you will encounter in Israel.  The restaurant is not kosher so that means that all of you who have been holding out for a piece of crispy bacon this is your moment!  Some of the classics on their menu include: English style breakfast, french toast, bagels with all the works, shakshuka, eggs benedict, eight different types of pancake, and steak and eggs.  Definitely split a few things if you have more than three people at your table.  The food size here is huge and I have never seen anyone finish off a main dish by themselves.  Benedict’s opens bright and early at 8:00am and usually has some sort of a line forming by 10:00 so the earlier you show up the better.  Let that be a testament to the delicious reputation of the food. 

Shopping Shankin Street/Florentine 

Tel Aviv is a city for the bold fashionista.  Although Israel is a religious country that does not stop the youth of the Hill of Spring (Tel Aviv’s literal translation from Hebrew means Hill of Spring) from wearing some of the most outlandish fashions you will see on this side of the world.   Oh boy what a spring time it is with colour being the name of the game in this town.  Definitely don’t miss your chance to experience some amazing shopping from local vendors and boutiques all located on one single and convinient place, Shenkin Street.  One of my all time favorite stores is actually just an open air little store where this man handmakes some of the cutest custom body jewelry.  You can pick what kind of stones or gems you want, the type of metal and then he makes it right there in front of you and will fit it to your body.  On top of that he really hypes you up too with how hot you look.  It’s phenomenal.  Generally though you can’t throw a rock on this street and not hit some amazing and unique pieces of clothing.      

Vintage Shopping Buy Kilo Men and Women 

Another amazing option for some vintage shopping is Buy Kilo Men and Women in the Florentine neighborhood.  Here you pay for clothing according to their weight at 100-400 shekels per kilo.  The racks are packed with funkiest clothes that are curated by an amazing staff.  You walk out of the store feeling like you got your money’s worth without diving deep into your wallet for cool one of a kind pieces.  I managed to snag some amazing strappy little shirts that weighed nothing and topped the scales with an amazing shag coat. 

Touring the Galleries and the Tel Aviv Art Museum 

Tel Aviv is an ideal city to live in if you are a working artist.  There are so many independent galleries operating in Tel Aviv it’s mind boggling.  Two years ago when I interned at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem we took a company trip to Tel Aviv for the day to meet with all the galleries and their directors in Florentine.  We visited over a dozen galleries and barely scratched the surface.  Each gallery shows divergent themes and styles of art everything from musical instruments to portraiture art.  Of course the main palace of art is the Tel Aviv Art Museum.  Green pass regulations apply here but if you are still in the six month range since your second dose then you can show them your vaccine card and you should be allowed to enter. 

Meshek Barzilay 

For dinner on Thursday night make a reservation at Meshek Barzilay, a vegan restaurant located at Ahad Ha’Am St 6.  The first thing I noticed about Meshek Barzilay was the beautiful atmosphere.  We sat outside underneath a canopy of purple creeping flowers, the smell of salt from the sea, and to be honest the faintest hint of marijuana passing us by.  The menu here does not play when it comes to the latest and greatest developments in vegan cuisine.  Remember that 3D printed meat I mentioned earlier?  Trust me you are definitely aware you are not eating “food food” but the experience of eating something that was made by a printer is worth it.  This was not the only noteworthy dish of the night.  Everything we tried was delicious and between six people we finished off about three appetizers, a salad, and four main courses and each paid below eighty shekels including alcohol.  For those of you who are not familiar with Israeli urban price points, that is phenomenal considering the high quality of the food and environment.  Definitely try the roasted eggplant gnocchi and always take the server’s recommendation.  This place has some special limited dishes that are actually mind blowing like vegan baratta raviolis in a beet coconut cream sauce.  Top that off with their hibiscus cocktail to complete this vegan dining experience.

During your stay in Tel Aviv make sure you keep an eye out for Gugy.  For years I had no idea who Gugy was or what he did for a living.  I just referred to him as all Americans did as the “crazy unicorn sticker guy” on account of the fact that he usually carried a twenty pack of My Little Pony glitter stickers to randomly bestow on people.  Gugy’s iconic psychedelic style, gravity defying hair, and bejeweled eyes have made him something of an urban legend to foreigners and Olim (new immigrants).  However the Tel Aviv native knows that Gugy is not just a staple of the city folklore, he is in fact a business owner and has two bars that he named after the man the legend himself, Gugy.  The vibe of his bars are just like him.  Lots of light, lots of colour, lots of glitter, and plenty of alcohol and dancing.  The drinks are not too pricey but what you’re really paying for is the damn good time.  The nice thing about Gugy’s is the size.  There is room to dance if you want to dance but also places removed enough to be able to have a nice drunk chat with your friend.   

Day Two (Friday)

Brunch at yishtabach .

After your night out on the town you need to be replenished.  One of the best post night out dishes is a schnitzel sandwich from Yishtabach in Shuk HaCarmel.  These sandwiches are served with roasted eggplant, matbucha (spicy tomato and red pepper jam with roasted garlic), and spicy green pepper on a fresh whole challah roll.  The cost is only 35 shekels and these guys move fast.  This place is great if you need food for a large group of people and is also a godsend if you started your day hungover.  Their assembly line efficiency can turn out seven hot and perfect sandwiches every four minutes.  Fair warning these sandwiches are huge and super filling so don’t be hesitant to split with someone.  Trust me on this plenty of times my eyes have been bigger than my stomach but I never finish the whole thing. 

Drinks at  Vivian’s

It is said that nothing cures a hangover better than consuming more alcohol.  On Friday’s people in Tel Aviv usually head to the Shuk en masse to sit, eat, and drink the day away.  At around 4:00pm people head home and start preparing for the Sabbath.  However the best place to get your Friday day drinking done is at Vivian’s in the Shuk.  This is a little pop up cocktail bar that serves some of the tastiest little cocktails in the whole city.  These drinks are not cheap but they are worth it because the bartenders are heavy handed with their pouring so you are getting your money’s worth.  These drinks are “vacation strong,” meaning that if you order a single you are actually going to end up drinking a double.  Watch yourself.  The groovy 70s playlist and second hand weed inhalation can make those drinks go down way too smooth.  Also try to get there before noon or at noon to get a table.  The place is packed by 12:30pm. 

Shuk HaCarmel 

Since you are already in the Shuk this would also be the ideal time to pick up supplies for your beach afternoon tomorrow.  Grab what you think you may need because here you can buy it for a steal.  Shuk HaKarmel is the place for all your shopping needs whether that be food, beverage, clothes, shoes, jewelry, sunglasses, lighters, face masks, you name it they probably have it in the Shuk.  If you are a lady try battig those eyelashes a few times and the male vendors will probably knock off a few shekels.  As you make your way to the next destination take in the vibrant smells, colours, and textures.   Little side tip Friday’s are a packed day in the Shuk and sometimes it is easier to move along the sides then stay in the middle where the crowd gets backed up a lot.   

Dinner at Vong 

Laying down the right food base before a night on the town requires the right restaurant both for a more upscale or adventurous dress code in addition to some delicious food and beverages.  Welcome to Vong, a Vietnamese culinary experience of colour, flavour, spice, and sake.  This is the place where I tend to break out my more daring fashion.  I like to think of the walk to my table as if I were strutting down a catwalk.  It is important for me on a night out to suck out every bit of enjoyment I can and yes that means I like to look great.  Vong allows for such moments.  They also never fail to deliver on the food with something on the menu for everyone including vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, and non-kosher items.  The staff is also super accommodating if you need to add last minute parties to your table but on that note always make a reservation in Tel Aviv for dinner.

Salon Berlin 

Friday night is a chill night in Tel Aviv.  It is really not for dancing, that’s more a Thursday activity. Instead on Friday nights people go out for a few drinks and laughs with their friends after their Shabbat meals are finished.  One of the best places to get a table and not have to wait a lifetime is Salon Berlin.  The place is really a dive bar through and through but they have great deals on drinks.  I usually opt for the draft beer and a shot of hard liquor for 35 shekels.  On top of the cheap liquor you can’t beat the vibe of the crowd.  Definitely where the beautiful young people of Tel Aviv come to drink.  The kind of place where you accidentally end up drinking with the staff till 2:00am and then your friend helps you get home, acting as your human crutch. 

Day Three (Saturday)

Saturday Morning Exploring Yaffo

On Shabbat most of the city is shut down as is customary in Israel.  However the shutdown is nowhere near as severe as in more religious cities like Jerusalem.  On Saturday mornings you can actually find some open stores to shop around and also grab a bite to eat in Yaffo.  There are several restaurants in this neighbourhood that are delicious but I tend to gravitate towards Cafe Puaa for a quick breakfast.  Their menu is mostly traditional Israeli breakfast and lunch items like Shakshuka, Sabih sandwiches, muesli etc but they are one of the cheaper options in that area. 

Beach Afternoon 

Without a shadow of a doubt one of the essential must do items when I come to Tel Aviv is to do a whole beach day.  The weather in Tel Aviv is fit for the beach year round depending on where you are coming from but the ideal beach season is from the end of April to the beginning of September.  There are two beaches I usually go to: Jerusalem or Banana Beach.  There is no special reason that I go to these beaches; they are just the closest in proximity to my cousin’s apartment.  Tel Aviv is located on a long coastline of the Mediterranean with kilometers of beach that span down Shlomo Lahat so if you want to dress for the beach before going to breakfast and then head to a closer beach in Yaffo that’s totally an option.  There is shade cover on all of Tel Aviv’s beaches but these spots usually fill up early in the day with families.  Definitely bring a hat with you.  The sands on Tel Aviv beaches are the softest in all of Israel and the water is less salty than the Red Sea in the south making these beaches great for swimming. 

Cicchetti 

I don’t know about everyone else but I have a deep love for Italian food.  It’s an ancient food form, built up of nothing but simple, fresh, and delicious ingredients.  So, anyone for some Italian food?   Ciccetti on Yehuda ha-Levi St 58 has some of the most delectable and tasty small plate Italian food served with excellent aperitivo options.  The menu really hangs onto that same principle of simple and fresh food but makes it a work of art.  Ciccettis delivers dishes that engage all your senses, the visual beauty combined with the seductive aroma and the taste!  The thing I love most about this place though is the casual fare of the restaurant itself.  While the food and alcohol is extravagant the staff and patrons are super chill.  Dress code is israeli casual, meaning jeans, a t-shirt and your birkenstocks will do just fine.  Be sure to make a reservation sometime during the week prior to your trip.  

Tel Aviv is definitely my favorite Israeli city and for sure in my top ten of all time places I have visited.  If I wasn’t pursuing my Masters degree in Jerusalem I would have moved to Tel Aviv a long time ago.  There are no rules here, it’s the kind of city where you can come as you are, have meaningful life conversations with strangers, eat well, take an afternoon dip in a blue sea, become an artist, do anything.  There is no rush to get anywhere and honestly this is one of the best places in the world to just recenter yourself after a long work week or year.  To take a minute and just breathe.  

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In this guest post, Naomi shares everything you need to know when planning your trip to Tel Aviv, the best restaurants and accommodation, things to do, and spending your time there like a local.

My name is Naomi Bubis and I’ve lived in Tel Aviv for twenty years. I grew up in Frankfurt, studied in Paris, and worked as a journalist for German television.

I got to know Israel during my summer vacations and fell in love with Tel Aviv at first sight. The metropolis on the Mediterranean is fun-loving, cosmopolitan, and lively. A bit like New York, but fun-sized and right by the sea.

It takes some insider knowledge to really get the most out of a trip to ever-changing Tel Aviv.

I write about life in Tel Aviv on my blog Telavivnotes. You can also download a free guide there with the best areas for Airbnb accommodation.

Tel Avivians live for the moment, day in and day out. In this guest post, I’ll show you how to spend your time there like a local.

Ten interesting facts about Tel Aviv

• Tel Aviv has at least 300 days of sun per year.
• Tel Aviv is also known as the City That Never Sleeps.
• The old town of Tel Aviv is called Jaffa.
• With over 200,000 attendees, Tel Aviv boasts the largest gay pride parade in Asia.
• National Geographic lists Tel Aviv as one of the top 10 beach cities in the world.
• 30,000 dogs live in Tel Aviv, and the city is considered the world’s most dog-friendly metropolis.
• Tel Aviv is a paradise for vegans.
• The culinary scene in Tel Aviv is considered one of the most creative in the world.
• There are over 100 sushi restaurants in Tel Aviv.
• The Meier-on-Rothschild Tower is the tallest residential building in the city at 155 meters.

Travel tips for Tel Aviv

The best time to travel to tel aviv.

No question, the off-season. In July and August, Tel Aviv is overrun with tourists. Plus it gets really hot in the summer months. Temperatures rise to 31-34 degrees, and the humidity reaches over 80 percent. That means you’ll be sweating. A lot.

If you like hot weather, then you’ll really enjoy yourself here because the heat shows no mercy, not even at night.

The positive thing about these months is the general mood in the city. The people live outside. Even at night. Eating a watermelon at a beach café at three o’clock in the morning has a lot of charm.

But the best time to travel is in spring or fall. In September, October, and November, when it starts getting cold in Europe, you can still swim in the sea in Tel Aviv at temperatures of around 30 degrees. And unlike in August, you can go for a walk without having to cool off in air-conditioned stores.

April, May, and June are also good months for traveling. Tel Aviv literally means “Spring Hill”, and the season sees the city coming out in full bloom.

25 degrees in the shade is just the right temperature to explore the city. And no one will step on your towel at the beach.

How much time should you plan for Tel Aviv?

You should schedule at least one week. But in order to really immerse yourself in the vibe of Tel Aviv, you’ll need even longer. Fast-forwarding through city life would be a real shame.

Tel Aviv is a young city and was founded in 1909. It has almost 450,000 inhabitants, but many Israelis work in the economic and cultural center, so upwards of three million people fill the streets during the day.

The best way to get around Tel Aviv is on foot. The distances aren’t that great and there’s plenty to see.

How to find cheap flights to Tel Aviv

All major airlines fly to Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv. Several Lufthansa and ELAL flights arrive daily from Frankfurt and Munich; and EasyJet and Airberlin fly here from Berlin. The latter two are the cheaper options. It’s a four-hour flight from Central Europe to Tel Aviv.

You’d be well-advised to book early as tickets aren’t cheap and flights are often fully booked. If you want to buy a last-minute ticket, you’ll be quoted horrendous fares of 800 euros and upwards. Ideally, you should to compare flights on Skyscanner and book six months in advance.

The best way to get through security at the airport

Flights to Israel are subject to special security precautions – not unlike flights to the US, but even stricter. You should make sure to be at the airport three hours before departure. If you’re flying with the Israeli airline ELAL, the security check is even more thorough.

Try to remember that you’re being questioned for your own safety. Stay calm. If you have visas from Arab countries in your passport, you may want to think about applying for a second passport from your passport office before your trip.

Stamps from Arab countries won’t bar you from entry per se , but the questioning will be a lot more rigorous.

Answer the officials’ questions as politely and calmly as possible. Questioning upon departure is even more meticulous. You may be asked where you stayed and whom you met during your time in Israel. It helps to keep a phone number for your hotel or an Israeli friend in your pocket just in case.

Tel Aviv: Getting from the airport to the city

Ben Gurion Airport is located between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. You can get from the airport to the city center by taxi in 20 minutes. The taxi rank is on level G of Terminal 3. Prices for long-distance trips are fixed, so you should ask the driver for the current rate.

Normally, the fare should come to around 140 shekels, which is about 35 euros. Taxis are much cheaper than in Germany. In Terminal 3, you’ll find ATMs and bureaux de change.

Buses are the most common means of transport in Israel. But to get to Tel Aviv by bus, you first have to take the shuttle bus to the Airport City. The shuttle bus stops are located on the second floor, at gates 21 and 23.

From the Airport City, take Egged bus number 475 to the central bus station in Tel Aviv. You can buy your ticket directly from the driver.

Alternatively, you can also take the train to the city straight from Terminal 3, on level S, for just 16 shekels. In fact, that’s probably the best option.

If you’d like your trip to be a bit more comfortable, you can also book a private airport transfer ahead of time. You can find more information here: Private airport transfer Tel Aviv .

Important : There’s no public transport on Shabbat (Friday afternoon to Saturday evening).

What to pack for Tel Aviv

Flip flops, shorts, swimming trunks, bikini, bath towel, sunglasses, sunscreen with a high sun protection factor, headgear, T-shirts, jeans, sweatshirt, sneakers, summer dress.

When you go to Tel Aviv, you can pack light. Only during the winter months from December to February do you need to take a rainproof jacket and a thick sweater.

Tel Aviv is a laid-back city. The New York Times crowned TLV the ‘capital of cool’. You can walk around dressed any way you like without people giving you weird looks.

It’s totally normal to walk your dog in your pajamas and slippers in the morning or to sit on a park bench with curlers in your hair. Tel Aviv has an urban hippie flair.

You’ll hardly see any men in suits or women in pantsuits. Eight months a year, the dress code primarily consists of: flip-flops, sleeveless T-shirts, shorts, airy dresses.

In the winter, Tel Avivians exchange their flip-flops for boots and put on layers upon layers of sweaters because 15 degrees are already considered freezing cold.

You’ll also need a power adapter for Israel, such as this universal adapter .

Is Tel Aviv expensive? Tips on saving money

Tel Aviv is definitely an expensive destination. The cost of living is high. Rents have reached New York or Paris levels.

You’ll be shocked by the prices at the supermarket. Sometimes, they’re as much as double that in Germany.

Tip #1 : Buy fruits and vegetables in the markets.

Tip #2 : Tel Aviv has a free WiFi network. This means you can surf the Internet for free on a park bench or at the beach.

Tip #3 : Get your coffee at Cofix. Everything only costs five shekels here (about 1.20 euros): cakes, cookies, beverages, and coffee. Cofix also operates six supermarkets in Tel Aviv where all products cost five shekels.

Tip #4 : Eat street food such as falafel, hummus, and sabich. One portion costs around 5 euros.

Tip #5 : Keep your eyes peeled for business lunch deals and happy hours at restaurants.

Getting around in Tel Aviv

This mostly flat city is great to explore on foot or by bicycle. In recent years, 40 kilometers of cycle paths have been paved. So go ahead and grab a green Tel-O-Fun Citybike . The 150 rental stations are scattered throughout the city. You have the following options:

• A day ticket for 17 shekels
• A 3-day ticket for 48 shekels
• A 1-week ticket for 70 shekels

You can just cycle from A to B and park your bike at any station. Riding into the sunset down the beach promenade to the old town of Jaffa: now that’s something you have to try.

Tel Avivians love their e-bikes. The street scene has completely changed over the past few years. Nowadays, pedestrians need to watch out that they don’t get run over by e-bike-riding teenagers.

If you’d like to experience Tel Aviv with the wind in your back, then hire a battery-powered bike. An e-bike costs 100 shekels a day. Pole Position is a decent rental service – you can book a guide for a city tour by bike here too. They also provide city maps with bike paths drawn in.

Another popular rental service is O-Fun – e-bikes here cost 120 shekels a day.

Tip : Take shared taxis. The yellow and red minibuses stop at the wave of a hand and are a quick and reliable way to get through the city.

Is Tel Aviv safe?

Israel is always in the headlines, and perhaps you’re one of those people who are concerned about traveling to Tel Aviv because of the security situation. But since terror attacks have gone global these days, a trip to the Mediterranean metropolis is no more dangerous than a trip to any other major city.

You can feel safe in Tel Aviv. Before you enter shopping centers, cinemas, hotels, and clubs, a guard will search your bag. Be nice to him – after all, he’s being paid (poorly) to ensure your safety.

Don’t be frightened when you see soldiers with machine guns eating a falafel at lunchtime. The guns aren’t loaded. You can walk through the city without fear.

Just never leave your backpack out of sight. Not because of thieves. But because Israelis have a short fuse when it comes to abandoned bags. Suspicious items are blown up by special units.

Tel Aviv is a safe place for women traveling alone. The city is alive at all hours. So you don’t have to worry about walking through the city after dark as a woman.

Even in Hayarkon Park, the Central Park of Tel Aviv, you’ll see women going for a solo run late at night. Still, use some common sense – don’t go through dark alleyways on your own.

The best Tel Aviv city tours: My tips

Tip #1: book a bauhaus tour.

Tel Aviv is also known as the White City because around 4000 houses here were built in the Bauhaus style. UNESCO has registered the White City as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Every Friday, there’s a group tour in English. The meeting point is the Bauhaus Center on centrally located Dizengoff Street where you can buy high-quality books and souvenirs.

More infos on the Bauhaus Center Tel Aviv

Tip #2: Book Florentin street art tour

The tour guide will take you on a stroll through the trendy southern quarter of Florentin. The tour is in English and takes 2 hours.

The experienced guide knows all the stories behind the countless graffiti that adorn the walls of Florentine. Explore the hidden gems of the underground art scene.

More infos on the Florentin street art tour

Tip #3: Book the TLVEG tour

TLVEG organizes vegan culinary tours through Tel Aviv. The metropolis is a mecca for anyone who’s chosen to forgo animal products. The tour will take you to the vegan hot spots of Tel Aviv. And there are lots of them.

You should start the tour on an empty stomach because there’ll be plenty to eat on the way. The tour of the city’s vegan scene is a culinary adventure where you’ll get to meet cool people and try creative food.

Highly recommended, and not just for plant-eaters.

More information on the TLVEG Tour .

Tip #4: Read the alternative city guide DIY Tel Aviv

I wholeheartedly recommend the alternative city guide DIY Tel Aviv. It’s available as a paperback or an e-book.

To the travel guide

Ten Hebrew words for beginners

1. Toda – thank you 2. Bevakasha – you’re welcome 3. Café Hafuch – café latte (but milkier) 4. Yam – sea 5. Malon – hotel 6. Alaan – <em>slang for</em> hello 7. Eifo – where? 8. Kesef – money 9. Monit – taxi 10. Shalom – hello, bye, see ya, peace

Where to stay in Tel Aviv

Cheap hotels in tel aviv.

Abraham Hostel Tel Aviv is the coolest guest house in town. Lots of digital nomads hang out here. It’s got it’s finger on the pulse of Tel Aviv’s nightlife: just two minutes from Rothschild Boulevard and right next to the legendary Levontin 7, the best live music club in Tel Aviv.

The hostel has 350 beds, a great roof terrace, and a bar where locals like to relax with a cool beer. You can book a dorm bed (for around the 100 shekels) or a private room (for 300 shekels).

Another option is The Spot Hostel . Here you’ll find tastefully decorated rooms, a sun terrace, and stylish lounges where you can play pool, for example.

The hostel is a stone’s throw from Hilton Beach, Hayarkon Park, and the Gordon Swimming Pool at the marina, with its 50-meter saltwater pool.

Hotels in Tel Aviv for mid-range budgets

A cool hotel right on the beach is the Embassy Hotel . It’s located in the heart of Tel Aviv, just a 15-minute walk from Carmel Market. The colorful rooms, decorated in 1950s style, are particularly striking.

The funky Yam Hotel is located in the quieter north of Tel Aviv. From there, it’s just five minutes to the sea and the Namal. The renovated warehouses along the wooden deck boast cafés, restaurants, and shops with a view of the sea.

The rooms at the Yam (Hebrew for sea) have a surfer flair. They’re small, but cool. The perfect choice for beach lovers.

Boutique hotels in Tel Aviv

Besides all the major hotel chains by the beach, Tel Aviv also has a variety of tasteful boutique hotels. There’s a lot to choose from. Here are my favorites:

The classic is the elegant Norman Hotel in a side street off Rothschild Boulevard. The Norman resides in two renovated historic buildings from the 1920s. The 50 rooms and exclusive suites each have a unique individual design. The highlight is the infinity pool and the Japanese restaurant on the roof. If you really want to pamper yourself, then this is the place for you.

The Shenkin Boutique Hotel is located on Brenner Street, Off-Sheinkin. Sheinkin Street’s glory days as Tel Aviv’s answer to Soho have faded somewhat in recent years, but the area still has its charm.

The location is central and the hotel is a perfect retreat from the hectic hustle and bustle on the streets. The 30 rooms have been furnished with great attention to detail, and on the roof terrace, you can relax in a hammock after a massage in the mini-spa.

The Dizengoff Avenue Boutique Hotel is located in the very center of Tel Aviv, on the lively Dizengoff Street. It couldn’t be closer to the pulse of the city! It’s also close to several great beaches.

In the unique rooms of the hotel you will find details of the famous sights of the city. Here you will get a taste of Tel Aviv’s attractions, which are located right outside the door.

The Market House Tel Aviv Jaffa is located in the old town of Jaffa, right next to the flea market. The hotel runs the Milk Bakery, one of the best bakeries in the city. So it’s no surprise that breakfast here is a veritable feast for palate.

In the lobby, the remains of a Byzantine church are preserved under the glass floor. Boutique hotels generally know how to pamper their guests and this one is no exception.

The Lily & Bloom is yet another of Tel Aviv’s hidden gems. The hotel is a declaration of love to the Bauhaus style of the city. It’s centrally located on Lilienblum Street with its cool bars and restaurants.

The boutique hotel serves a delicious breakfast, and boasts a terrace and a bar with a happy hour. If you’re looking for a stylish intimate hotel, then this is the place for you.

More great places to stay in Tel Aviv

Mendeli Street Hotel with the award-winning Mashya Restaurant Cucu Hotel – colorful, young, urban The Poli House Hotel – a brand new hotel by star architect Karim Rashid

Tel Aviv experiences you have to try

TIP #1 : Browsing the ‘Shuk Ha’Pishpishim’ flea market in Jaffa TIP #2 : Strolling along the wooden deck of the renovated harbor, the Namal TIP #3 : Drinking a cup of coffee at a kiosk on Rothschild Boulevard TIP #4 : Eating a bowl of ramen soup at the delicatessen market in the Sarona district TIP #5: Taking a break from it all in Hayarkon Park by the river

My food guide for Tel Aviv

If you’re a foodie, you’re in for a treat in Tel Aviv. You’d have to be spectacularly clueless to have a bad dining experience here. Creative chefs characterize the restaurant scene.

The food in Tel Aviv is among the best in the world. The ethnic influences in this melting pot of over 70 nationalities are particularly pronounced in the culinary world.

Tel Aviv has a wealth of sensational restaurants, making it difficult to pick out a handful of favorites. But I’ve given it my best shot.

Tip : Make reservations as soon as possible.

Tel Aviv restaurant tips

Star chef Yossi Shitrit runs three restaurants in Tel Aviv, all of which are among the top ten: Mashya, Kitchen Market, and Onza.

Mashya was recognized as the best restaurant in town in 2016: modern cuisine with a Moroccan touch, sensory ecstasy for the eyes and the palate. Perfect for a romantic evening.

Kitchen Market is on the first floor right above the Farmers’ Market at the Namal Tel Aviv. In the evening, you’ll feel the full vibe of the city, as the locals end their day feasting on brick oven pizzas, tapas, and gourmet fish dishes.

Onza boasts the coolest location in the middle of the flea market in Jaffa. The old town with its Jewish-Arabic inhabitants is home to many a trendy restaurant.

Onza’s motto is “Food & Vibe”. Two young talented chefs cook Ottoman dishes here with a modern twist. The food is sensual, the music loud, and the audience exuberant.

The Thai at Har Sinai is located in a nightlife hot spot. Scattered around the Great Synagogue on Allenby Street are some of the best bars and restaurants of Tel Aviv. The Thai at Har Sinai is located right next to the legendary Port Said and serves authentic Thai dishes every night of the week. The atmosphere is young, with live DJs and lots of alcohol.

Santa Katarina right next door is also pretty great. Mediterranean cuisine doesn’t get any better than this. Sitting outside in the summer, surrounded by crowds of people in the bars and restaurants nearby, the magical energy of Tel Aviv is almost palpable.

When Taizu opened, it was like a revelation to the spoiled foodies of Tel Aviv. Rarely was a new restaurant received with such unanimous praise. Taizu combines Asian street food from different parts of the continent to create high-end dishes. The ultimate culinary experience.

Every Sunday, the Taizu celebrates Indian cuisine. The confectioner Ana Shapiro was recognized as the best in Tel Aviv in 2016. You know what that means: You’d better leave room for dessert!

More great dining experiences in Tel Aviv

Brasserie : An institution in Tel Aviv, open all hours. Yaffo-Tel Aviv : The flagship of Israeli cuisine by chef Haim Cohen. Romano TLV : Lounge restaurant with a live DJ by crazy cook Eyal Shani. Ramesses : Mediterranean hipster bistro bar in Jaffa with live DJ. LaShuk : Open kitchen with local delicacies. HaBasta : Located in a side street of Shuk Ha’Carmel. Daily changing menu inspired by seasonal produce at the weekly market.

Tel Aviv street food – My tips

Miznon : Gourmet fast food by star cook Eyal Shani. All the dishes are served in pita bread. The all-time classic: pita with roasted cauliflower. The Miznon has branches in Paris and Vienna. Hakosem :  The best falafel in Tel Aviv. Right around the corner from the Dizengoff Center, a popular shopping mall. Pasta Basta : The cheap pasta bar has several branches all over town. The pasta is homemade, the service quick, the customers young. Sabich Frishman : This unassuming snack bar has the best sabich in Tel Aviv. Sabich is the sister of falafel: pita bread stuffed with hummus, tehina, roasted eggplant, hard-boiled egg, tomato and cucumber salad, and pickles.

The best cafés in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv is teeming with coffee shops. That’s because Tel Avivians are communicative people, love good coffee, and appreciate their local barista.

Bucke has two cafés in Tel Aviv: uptown in the north and midtown near the Habima Theater. Its breakfast buffets with colorful salads, dips, and vegetable creations are renowned throughout Tel Aviv. Bucke only serves vegetarian dishes.

Loveat  has the best organic coffee in town. The cafés of the Loveat chain, scattered all over the city, have delicious sandwiches and lunch deals with lots of vegetables, tehina, quinoa, wild rice, tomatoes, and chillies.

Nahat Cafe is just the place for coffee lovers. It smells of freshly ground beans and panini. A great place to open up your laptop and take a seat next to the locals.

Café Xoho is an international meeting place for students and tourists. You’ll hear a great many languages ​​spoken here. Enjoy gluten-free chocolate cakes, matcha tea, and kale salad.

Cafelix is another coffee bean paradise. The coolest branch is located in lively Levinsky Market, nestled in between spice merchants and hipster bars.

Tel Aviv’s hidden gems : The best vegan restaurants in Tel Aviv

Fact: Tel Aviv is among the top five vegan destinations in the world. You can find vegetarian options on the menu in almost every café. And no, not just a side salad, I’m talking full-blown dishes. Cappuccino with almond or soy milk is available everywhere.

Here are my recommendations for 100% vegan restaurants:

Herzog on lively Ivn Gvirol has a daily changing menu featuring dishes that chef Roey Herzog calls ‘mountains’: rice mountains, quinoa mountains, lettuce mountains, buckwheat mountains, topped with vegetables, tehina, chilli.

Roey knows how to conjure up delicious food with vegetables. The best (but rather pricey) place for a quick lunch. Recommended: zoodles with tehina spirulina dressing.

At peak times, you’ll have to join a long line if you want to eat at Marketlv on Dizengoff Street. It serves different stews and soups every day: Indian, Mexican, Moroccan, and more. The food is cheap and tastes great.

The Dosa Bar is a wonderful place to go for lunch. The South Indian street food is vegan, gluten-free, and, most of all, delicious. Dosas are a kind of pancake, which are varied with spicy fillings.

Zakaim , a self-styled vegan boutique, plays in the culinary big leagues. The restaurant is run by the Zakaim siblings. The menu is Persian-Israeli-vegan. This very hip and stylishly furnished restaurant is located right in the middle of the nightlife district surrounding the Great Synagogue on Allenby Street. Essential eating: the potato wedges.

Tel Aviv’s beaches: The most beautiful beaches

Gordon Beach has everything a beach-lover’s heart desires. A laid-back beach café called LalaLand, volleyball nets, fitness equipment, and lots of sun worshipers. Right next door is the Olympic-grade Gordon Pool and the Topsea Surfing Center.

Mezizim Beach is located at the northern tip of the beach promenade. A bay bordered by the religious beach (yes, that exists too) and the harbor (Namal). The 9Beach lounge café is located on Mezizim Beach. It’s especially lively in the evenings. And if live football matches are being broadcast live on the big screen anywhere in town, it’s sure to be here. A nice hangout for a beer with your feet in the sand.

Hilton Beach is located in a bay right next to the dog beach and the gay beach. This is the place to be for water sports enthusiasts. You can hire SUP boards, kayaks, or surfboards at the Sea Center Club. Lots of kids and teenagers come here every Saturday morning to learn how to surf.

Banana Beach is located closer to the old town of Jaffa and stands out with its characteristic yellow beach chairs. A beach without an attitude, laid-back, fewer tourists. It also has a surfing school.

Tip : On Friday afternoons, Banana Beach morphs into Drum Beach. Standing on the cliffs, the drummers get out their bongos and congas to welcome Shabbat with a drum session.

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The Essential Guide to Tel Aviv

When people who have never been to israel think of tel aviv, they tend to think it’s a provincial middle eastern city with slow-motion camels, armed soldiers everywhere, and some ancient bible-time monuments around. but tel aviv is a stylish, completely contemporary mediterranean metropolis filled with chic and bustling cafes, an exciting culture scene, fashionable trendy boutiques, beautiful lively people and a roaring nightlife..

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By DEBRA KAMIN DEC. 31, 2015

Young, modern Tel Aviv and ancient Jaffa pulse with energy and combine to offer bustling markets, night clubs and a beachside promenade just right for two wheels.

Tel Aviv-Jaffa has many pet names, but perhaps none so fitting as Medinat Tel Aviv ( t he State of Tel Aviv ) . This seafront metropolis of 400,000 may still trail Jerusalem in both population and historical importance, but Tel Avivians are too busy basking in their pristine beaches, high-tech scene and 300 annual days of sunshine to notice. Passionately secular and avowedly carefree, Tel Aviv-Jaffa is a 24/7 city where the search for the perfect cup of coffee and a commitment to L . G . B . T . pride seems to take precedence over Israel’s complicated politics. Tel Aviv-Jaffa is actually two connected enclaves: the traditionally Arab Jaffa to the south, where history and hipsterdom sync up with new energy; and the younger, hard-partying Tel Aviv to the north, which overflows with start-ups and casual cosmopolitanism. To get a taste for the city, hop on a bicycle or explore its avenues by foot — its flat, linked neighborhoods pulse with energy day and night, and the best way to see the action is to join right in.

1. ­ Bright Lights, White City , 4 p.m.

At the heart of Tel Aviv-Jaffa sits the White City, a cluster of some 4,000 buildings designed in the 1930s by German-trained Jewish architects with a passion for Bauhaus design. Marked by simplistic lines, geometric balconies and the sleek uniformity of clean white facades, the White City is a Unesco World Heritage s ite that has, over the past decade, received a painstaking restoration. The richest collection of architectural gems is clustered along tree-lined, caf e -dotted Rothschild Boulevard, which features a central pedestrian green space and is one of the city’s prettiest thoroughfares. Standouts include t he Baumel House (Rothschild 87); t he Old Russian Embassy (Rothschild 46) ; and the Rubinsky-Braun Haus (Rothschild 82).

2. ­ ­Sip and Stare , 6 p.m.

Tel Aviv likes to party late, which means that happy hour — observed at most watering holes between 5 and 8 p.m. — is all about fueling up. Luckily, the outdoor perch at Rothschild 12 offers nibbles of all sizes, like salmon tartar on toast (24 new shekels, or $6.35 at $3.77 shekels to the dollar ) and roasted fennel with G orgonzola cheese (22 shekels ) paired with cocktails (starting at 25 shekels ) and an unrivaled view of the boulevard’s pedestrian parade. As the sun sets, the back room of this funky, street-art adorned caf e morphs into a music hall, with D . J . s and live bands taking over the soundtrack.

3. ­ Flea Market Frenzy , 8 p.m.

Tel Aviv is barely 100 years old, but ancient , cobblestoned Jaffa is one of the oldest port cities in the world and home to Arab community life for centuries. Jaffa was united with Tel Aviv in 1950, and development has brought new energy to many of its downtrodden neighborhoods. By day, Jaffa’s flea market bursts with vendors peddling antiques and bric-a-brac; by night, the market — known locally as Shuk Hapishpeshim — is a wonderland of twinkling lights, clinking glasses and al fresco restaurants. Pull up a mismatched armchair at Puaa, a charming restaurant decorated with flea-market finds, order the red tahini to start (made with chargrilled tomatoes) and expect to pay about 85 shekels , without drinks, for dinner. Or find the alleyway Shaffa Bar, a hair salon that doubles as a tapas joint, se r ving small plates like grilled purple calamari with labneh yogurt (52 shekels ) and Lima Lima, a Romanian-inspired lima bean purée with tomatoes, chil e s and warm bread for 35 shekels .

4. ­ Dance Dance Revolution , 11 p.m.

If you want to find a taste of peace in the Middle East, the dance floor at Anna Lou Lou, a cultural center and underground bar in Old Jaffa, is a good place to look. Utopia reigns at this smoky, hipster-happy party spot, where locals of every stripe — Muslim and Jewish, gay, straight and undefined — shake their sweaty selves to electro-Arab and African beats well into the wee hours. A revolving collection of cultural events and visiting D . J . s adds to the appeal.

5. ­ Meal With a View , 10 a.m.

The classic Israeli breakfast — two eggs any style, breads, salad and dips — holds semireligious importance in Tel Aviv, where every cafe offers a nearly identical spin. Opt instead to start your Saturday with a spread of morning appetizers, including roasted eggplant, smoked fish and fresh ceviche (20 to 24 shekels ) at the seafront institution Manta Ray. It might be hard to focus on your menu, though — the breathtaking view from the restaurant , perched feet from the waves at the sandy corner where Tel Aviv and Jaffa meet, offers quite a distraction.

6. ­ Beachy Keen , Noon

The coolest wheels in Tel Aviv-Jaffa come with handlebars, and on Saturdays, the three-mile promenade alongside the city’s shoreline is a veritable bicycle superhighway. Join the fray by renting a ride (23 shekels Saturdays and holidays, 17 shekels weekdays , plus about 6 shekels each additional hour) from one of the city’s 180 Tel-O-Fun bikeshare stations and take a spin along the boardwalk. The Tel Aviv coast is a string of separate beaches. From Manta Ray’s Alma Beach pedal north. Just after the Hilton Hotel you’ll find the city’s unofficial gay beach (the rainbow-painted cabanas will tip you off), which juts up against the religious beach, with separate sunbathing days for men and women. Pedal past both to Metzitzim Beach, where a man-made lagoon keeps the waves calm , and a cafe will deliver snacks to your towel.

7. ­ Culture Break , 4 p.m.

Neve Tzedek, an artsy neighborhood that is home to Israel’s premier dance performance hall , is an ideal respite from the sun. Here, you’ll find the Suzanne Dellal Center, a sprawling campus housing several dance companies, including the internationally acclaimed modern powerhouse Batsheva. After the encore, stretch your legs and shop : U nlike most of Tel Aviv, where businesses shutter their doors on Saturdays in observance of the Sabbath, many of Neve Tzedek’s boutiques — like Bikaleh (Shabazi 54), Gabriel (Shabazi 13) and Razili, Studio Noa and Sketch (all at the nearby Old Train Station complex) — remain open. For snacks, organic Meshek Barzilay serves smoothies and salads, while Anita Ice Cream scoops up distinctive gelato flavors including ricotta with strawberries and mascarpone.

8. ­ Culinary Revolution , 9 p.m.

Israeli cuisine once meant hummus, falafel and grilled meats. The past 10 years have brought a culinary revolution, with dozens of bright young chefs traveling abroad to hone their art and returning home to test out their newfound skills. Leading the pack is Meir Adoni, who runs four Tel Aviv restaurants that have helped redefine new Israeli cuisine. Catit was the laboratory where Adoni developed his modernist Mediterranean cooking style, but it’s at Catit’s kid sister next door, Mizlala by Meir Adoni, where he lets loose. Start your meal with Zvia’s Kubaneh, a Jewish Yemenite bread reawakened with green chiles (33 shekels ), then move on to the non- k osher calamari salad with shrimp and smoked chil e aioli (87 shekels ) and a veal fillet with licorice salsa and Mexican harissa cream (143 shekels ).

9. ­ Art Rave , 11 p.m.

Follow the splashy street art down the winding staircase of the nightspot Kuli Alma, and you’ll find an enchanted urban garden of interconnected dance floors, art installations and chic lounge areas. Kuli Alma attracts international D . J . s and gallery artists alike, making it an exciting meeting point for creativity and night life. Cocktails run around 40 shekels .

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10. ­ ­Beer for Breakfast , 9 a.m.

At Café Xoho, a funky vegetarian hangout with an expat following, try the Beer Bread Breakfast: scrambled eggs served with a creamy spread and seasonal toppings atop beer-flavored bread (48 shekels ). O rder a café hafuch, the Israeli take on a cappuccino, or head to nearby Brew Shop Coffee , which specializes in cold brew and is one of the only filter coffee bar s in the country.

11. ­ ­To Market, To Market , 11 a.m.

Navigate the stalls of Shuk HaCarmel and see how the city eats and meets. Start where Allenby, King George and Sheinkin S treets meet, and be sure to bring cash. A gentrification wave has spruced up the market’s seedier corners, but several original flagships hold steady: Café Cohen (Yishkon 32), where the same family has been brewing java for 70 years; Amrani Nuts (HaCarmel 15), selling nuts, spices and dried fruit; and Hummus Magen David (HaCarmel 11), where creamy chickpea spread is served under a Torah scroll in what was once a functioning synagogue. Newer additions include Lehamim (Breads) Bakery (HaCarmel 11), a national chain that recently expanded to Manhattan; Meat Market (Yom Tov 5); and the Beer Bazaar (RamBam 1), featuring 80 craft brews from Israeli microbreweries.

The cheeky Brown Beach House (brownhotels.com­/beach) is a boutique hotel with spacious rooms and suites just steps from the Mediterranean, all done up in splashes of black and yellow. Amenities include a bar and caf e , a stellar spa, free bike rentals , beach totes and towels. This is a place to see and be seen, so wear your fancy flip-flops. R ooms from $195 including breakfast.

The handsomely designed Rothschild Hotel (the­-rothschild­-hotel.com) occupies some of the city’s best real estate, a Unesco-protected building overlooking Rothschild Boulevard. The 28 modern rooms feature elegant tiling, custom furniture, espresso machines and free Wi-Fi. From $270 with breakfast.

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TEL AVIV BLOG: A DETAILED LOCAL’S GUIDE TO VISITING TEL AVIV ITINERARY

I lived in Tel Aviv in both 2015 and 2019 and as of October 2019, now live here full-time and it is, without a doubt, my favorite city in the entire world. Tel Aviv has anything you want in a vacation or living environment; beaches, history, nightlife, food scene and walking distance to everything. The zest for life that Tel Avivians, and Israelis in general (more on that in my Israel Travel Blog here ) have is nothing like I have ever seen. I could talk about Tel Aviv all day everyday, but I tried to keep this Tel Aviv blog somewhat condensed. Generally when people visit Israel they only spend 2 or 3 days visiting Tel Aviv but I would argue you need AT LEAST 5 days in a Tel Aviv itinerary to immerse yourself in the bustling city. Keep reading for the ideal Tel Aviv itinerary.

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Tel Aviv Blog: Tel Aviv Travel Tips

• For all of my Israel travel tips head to my Israel travel blog here  (and there are a lot of tips).
• A taxi is my go-to to get to Tel Aviv from the airport. The airport is about a 25 minute ride to the city of Tel Aviv and should be around ~150-170 shekels normally, and around ~190-200 shekels on Shabbat/middle of the night. It is easier to get one directly from the taxi line as soon as you exit the airport and turn left to the authorized taxi lines. Do NOT go with anyone who comes up to you and says they are a taxi.
• You can also take the train which is a direct train to any of Tel Aviv’s 3 train stations, however the stations are on the border of Tel Aviv meaning you will have to then take a taxi or bus to your accommodation. The train is a cheaper alternative from the airport for sure, but keep in mind on the location of where your accommodation is.
• If you are just visiting Tel Aviv I do not suggest renting a car in Israel as parking is hard to come by in Tel Aviv and you do NOT need a car by any means for any Tel Aviv activity. However, if you are exploring the country of Israel (which I suggest, duh) then read my Israel car rental guide on my country guide here .
• Download Gett app . Gett was made in Israel and is the primary way to get around Tel Aviv and Israel in general. They do not use Uber or Lyft in Israel so Gett makes it super easy. Gett just uses taxis in Tel Aviv but it makes it easier because you can pay by credit card . Speaking of which…
• Cabs in Tel Aviv will either give you a set price to your destination within the city or you can choose meter when you get in. I always would choose meter (if I don’t use Gett) because they will rip you off. ESPECIALLY if you are speaking in English and they know you don’t live there. Always do meter. Also most cabs do not accept credit cards, it’s cash only, which is why I like having Gett!
• Download Bird or Lime : Scooters are huge in Tel Aviv and one of our main way of transportations. There are bike lanes on almost every street now and the scooters come with helmets.
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Tel Aviv Packing Tips: Tel Aviv is HOT and HUMID in the summer and mild in the winter. It can always be beach weather, even in winter. Sunscreen is an absolute must during any visit to Israel. My favorite face sunscreen ever is this Sunbum stick (buy here) . I think I own 5 of them and they last forever. They’re the best for travel since its solid too! For more of my fave packing items I bring on any trip compiled together, head to my influencer page on Amazon here for a complete list or my descriptive carry-on packing guide here or my favorite travel gear here or the best travel items you need under $20 !

TEL AVIV ITINERARY: THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN TEL AVIV ISRAEL

Shuk hacarmel (carmel market).

A MUST! The famous Shuk HaCarmel (open-air market) in Tel Aviv is by far one of the best things to do in Tel Aviv and the number one spot not to miss on a Tel Aviv Itinerary. Come to the Tel Aviv Shuk HaCarmel (Carmel Market) any day of the week to shop for anything you could ever think of (clothes, home goods, antiques, candy, falafel, hummus, fruits) and the freshest produce and food. I urge you to try the food in the Shuk , specifically: strawberries (in winter), falafel and halva. Some of the best restaurants are also on the OUTSKIRTS of the Shuk so make sure to weave in and out of the alleys, too, not just the main road! This is also where you will find all of your tourist gifts you could ever want to buy to bring home (IDF sweatshirts, evil eye and hamsa bracelets, keychains and more). I also HIGHLY suggest taking a food tour when visiting the Shuk to really immerse yourself in the history of the Shuk and each of the food stalls. Delicious Israel runs the best food tours I highly recommend (have done it twice!), you can read my review on the tour lower in this guide!

A true local Tel Aviv experience is going to the Shuk on Friday morning right before Shabbat when it is bustling and beyond crowded. Also spending all day here on Fridays is the thing to do – have a drink at one of the many spots on the alleys of the Shuk and people watch until sundown.

• TEL AVIV INSIDER TIP : Negotiating the price of what you’re buying is a 100% must at the Tel Aviv Carmel Market! They will always come down.
• TEL AVIV INSIDER TIP: If you are a looking to buy produce and food, the farther down in the Shuk you go towards the end, the cheaper the price.
• TEL AVIV INSIDER TIP: If you are walking on the outskirts of the Shuk and see the floor is RED, that means you are in the meat section!

Walk (or scooter) the Tel Aviv Promenade (Tayelet)

Walk the whole length of the Tel Aviv Boardwalk (better known as the Tayelet , which technically translates to Promenade). The Tel Aviv Tayelet stretches all the way from the port of Tel Aviv (the Namal ) in the North of Tel Aviv all the way down to Jaffa in the South  along the Mediterranean Sea . The Tayelet is such a gorgeous place to run, bike, scooter or walk and, for obvious reasons, has the best sunset views . This is one of my top things to do in Tel Aviv every single day. I could walk along the Tayelet forever. Scooters (or Korkinet in Hebrew) have also become wildly popular thanks to Lime, Bird and Wind definitely rent one and ride up and down (in the bike lanes!!).

Jaffa (Yafo)

Jaffa (Yafo) is the southern tip and oldest area of Tel Aviv. It is an absolute must-visit to add into your Tel Aviv itinerary travel time as the history is tremendous and shows a different side of Tel Aviv. You need to spend a good part of a full day visiting Jaffa and all that it has to offer especially since it is also up and coming (there are THREE new luxury hotels that have opened in the past year (18/19). While visiting Yafo, you should do the following:

• Walk around the Jaffa Port .
• Get lost in the Jaffa cobblestone alleys up and down from the Port to the top while stopping in cute boutique stores.
• Shop at the Jaffa Flea Market (Shuk HaPushPashim) (my favorite name ever). Here you will find everything from antiques, jewelry, furniture and more.
• See: the Zodiac Fountain , the Gate Of Faith and the Jaffa Clocktower .
• Eat at a Middle Eastern restaurant with lots of small plates (see below for my recommendations).
• Head to Abu Hassan for the voted best hummus in Tel Aviv (but get there as early as possible because they close as soon as they run out (usually near 2pm) since they make it daily!).
• Walk to the top of the hill from the bottom and turn around to see the stunning views of the Tel Aviv skyline.
• Walk across the Wishing Bridge and find your astrological sign, hold it and ask for a wish and it will come true!
• Favorite Jaffa Restaurants to stop at for lunch include Puaa and Beit Kandinof !

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Shuk Levinsky (Levinsky Market)

Levinsky Market is another one of the best things to do during your Tel Aviv travels that, in all honesty, most people do not get to on their first visit to Tel Aviv but should. A lot of people focus on the beaches and the Carmel Market BUT Levinsky Market should be on EVERYONE’s Tel Aviv itinerary ! Levinsky Market Tel Aviv is one of the oldest markets in the country and is located in Florentin (more on Florentin later) and is totally different than the Carmel Market. Shuk Levinsky is a market dedicated to Israeli spices, nuts and fruits as well as popular Turkish and Greek foods (there are two different sides of the street for each of these). It is one of the much more popular local things to do in Tel Aviv (why I love it) and open-air. You won’t find tourist souvenirs here. I also HIGHLY suggest doing a Food Tour in Levinsky Market (more on that in Food Tour section below).

• Some of my favorite spots and foods you must try in Levinsky Market are: Levinsky 41 (Cafe Levinsky) for a Gazoz Drink (flavored fresh soda water with an Israeli twist), Yom Tov Deli for olives and vegetables (get the hibiscus flower wrapped goat cheese it is insane), Halva Magic for Halva, duh, Burekas Penso for amazing Burekas and Saluf & Sons for Yemenite Kubaneh.

Rabin Square

[As of 2023 Rabin Square is under construction for the new metro line so you may have to walk a bit farther and in between streets to find the memorial] Rabin Square (Kikar Rabin) is probably the most famous square in Tel Aviv and is largely historical. It is a big square in Tel Aviv on one of the main streets, Ibn Gabirol . Most importantly, you must check out the Rabin Memorial Monument at the edge of the square which has an exact replication of how Yitzhak Rabin’s assassination was carried out in 1995 . It is incredibly somber and powerful to see the exact movements of this terrorist act and how it occurred. Rabin Square is also extremely lively at nighttime as there are tons of shows and events for various holidays and also peaceful protests are held here often whenever there is something to protest about in Israel (which is often)!

Rothschild Boulevard

Rothschild Boulevard is Tel Aviv’s oldest street and by far the prettiest street in Tel Aviv. It is lined with trees in the middle and has walking/biking paths. It is such a gorgeous and historical street to walk around. If you walk to the end of it (South) you’ll get to Florentin and the Neve Tzedek neighborhoods and on the other side (North) all the way at Kikar Habima (Habima Square), near Dizengoff Center. At the top of it (South) there is a tourist booth where you can take a DIY walking tour pamphlet to read while walking down Rothschild and it will tell you some important facts as you’re walking! There’s a metal strip down the street how its Independence Road. Rothschild is also a hub for Tel Aviv’s famous nightlife with a ton of bars and clubs lining the street on the South end.

Independence Hall

Tel Aviv Independence Hall is one of the only historical museum-type spots most people visit on Israel tours. It is a must-go just for the history lesson of Israel becoming a country and its independence. It is on Rothschild Boulevard and you really only need less than an hour here.

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Tel Aviv Port (Namal)

Namal translates to port and this is in the Old North of Tel Aviv . It is the main port of Tel Aviv (and Israel)  and you can walk around it. There are a lot of nice restaurants, bars and clubs on the Namal as well with great outdoor seating. There are also a ton of stores to shop at. Definitely suggest walking around the Namal for part of a day. There are always people walking, running or biking around here and the Namal at night is beyond lively.

Tel Aviv Beaches & Sunsets

Obviously the main Tel Aviv point of interest to tourists are the beaches ! The beaches of Tel Aviv are some of the best in the world and stretches a vast NINE miles and you can find different types of beaches (13 of them!) for all interests. Tel Aviv sits right on the Mediterranean Sea and this long coast also gives way to some of the best sunsets since it faces West. One of my favorite things to do is sit at the Tel Aviv beach restaurants (like LaLaLand, Calypso, Hilton Beach) and order watermelon and feta and a bottle of rosé . Watermelon is Israel’s summer fruit and you will see everyone eating it on the beach! My personal favorite Tel Aviv beach is Gordon Beach which is right by the Sheraton Hotel and has LaLaLand restaurant right on it. It also has lots of umbrellas, chairs, right in the center of the city and great food.

• Some of the best Tel Aviv beaches to people watch are  Gordon Beach (LaLaLand restaurant is one of the better beach restaurants), Frischman Beach (a lot of French people head here), the Dog Beach (aptly named) , Hilton Bay Beach (the new up and coming trendier beach) and Banana Beach . You can’t go wrong anywhere. You can just walk on to any beach wherever you are staying closest to as well! You don’t need passes as they’re not private.
• You can buy a lounge chair for 16 shekels (~$5), a regular chair for 6 shekels (~$2) and an umbrella for 18 shekels (~$6). You have to buy them at the machines attached to each beach restaurant building. The beaches in Tel Aviv are amazing and I urge you to camp out there for more than one day of your trip to relax. And watch the Tel Aviv sunsets. They never ever get old.

Shopping in Tel Aviv

There is SO much good shopping in Tel Aviv. Head to Sheinkin Street  for the most trendy street with the best boutique shopping in Tel Aviv. Head to Dizengoff Street , one of the main streets in the city that is lined with stores and a million restaurants and bars. Make sure to walk on Dizengoff Square right in the center, it was just recently reopened after being refurbished in 2019! Head to Neve Tzedek for the most upscale and expensive shopping in Tel Aviv. One of my FAVORITE spots to shop & one of the best things to do in Tel Aviv is to go to Nachlat Binyamin Street (next to the Carmel Market) on Tuesdays and Fridays. There is an outdoor market on these days with stands set up by local artists and designers selling their goods. It is the BEST local Tel Aviv shopping and I have bought so many gifts and home decor and pieces here. A must.

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Sarona Market

Sarona Market is somewhat new (<5 years) and is in Central Tel Aviv. It’s basically a food complex and is a bunch of great food/snack places, drinks and shops to check out and just walk around during the day. It reminds me of Chelsea Market in NYC. The Market is an indoor complex with a bunch of spots to choose from and then surrounding the indoor market there is a HUGE outdoor space with more shops and restaurants. It’s a really popular lunch spot since it’s near a lot of Tel Aviv offices. There are about 90 stalls inside so take your time choosing what to eat!

Florentin and Neve Tzedek Neighborhoods

Florentin is a hipster neighborhood in Tel Aviv mostly known for their street art/graffiti (and also Levinsky Market, above) . If you are a street art person definitely walk around Florentin Tel Aviv and get lost looking at the amazing Tel Aviv street art! Neve Tzedek  is the most chic and trendiest (and most expensive) neighborhood of Tel Aviv. It’s home to some of the most posh stores and restaurants as well. The cobblestone streets of Neve Tzedek make it my favorite though. The main street to walk along in Neve Tzedek is Shabazi Street . You also must stop at Anita’s and have their famous gelato here. 

The HaTachana (translates to train station) is an area near Neve Tzedek that used to be an old train station! They repurposed it to be a really cute complex to walk around with a bunch of stores, bars and restaurants ! It’s pretty cool how they built this area on top of old tracks and some of the trendiest restaurants and bars in Tel Aviv are in the HaTachana.

HaYarkon Park

HaYarkon Park  is in the North of Tel Aviv. My favorite part of the park is that it’s  not a tourist destination at all ; you’ll almost solely find Tel Aviv locals here. You can find people kayaking on the  Yarkon River , walking around the parks and playing sports throughout. The botanical gardens and large concert venues here also make for  a great setting for any activity. The park was one of my favorite places to go during my spare time and is a true Tel Aviv local spot.

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Where To Eat In Tel Aviv

One of the best things to do in Tel Aviv is EAT! I am so beyond obsessed with the Tel Aviv food I plan my trips and itineraries around where I am eating in Tel Aviv! I have FINALLLLY finished my MASSIVE beyond massive Food Guide to Tel Aviv . After 10+ visits and living here three times, I know my Tel Aviv food. In the guide, I go in depth into all the cuisines, where to eat for any type of meal you may be craving and more. You can literally find ANYTHING you want to eat in Tel Aviv and this Tel Aviv food guide has it all. I listed a few of the best below in case you are skimming quickly but I highly recommend you read the full guide so you find your perfect spots for your Tel Aviv itinerary.

Visit my massive FULL FOOD IN TEL AVIV GUIDE here!

• Best breakfast/brunches : Café Xoho , Bucke Cafe and Yom Tov Cafe
• Best street food lunch: HaKosem , Jasmino , Shlomo v Doron , Hummus Abu Hassan , HaShomer 1
• Best dinner spots: HaBasta , North Abraxas , Abie , Old Man & The Sea , Ha’Achim , Port Sa’id and La Shuk
• Best sweets : Anita Gelato , Tamara and Arte Cafe

Again, visit my massive FULL FOOD IN TEL AVIV GUIDE here!

BONUS: Tel Aviv Food Tour

If you know me at all you know I try to do food tour’s in every city I visit in order to really immerse myself in their cuisine and culture. If you also couldn’t tell from the above, I am beyond obsessed with Israeli food and specifically the Tel Aviv food scene. So when I found Delicious Israel Food Tours during my time living there in 2019, I could NOT pass up the opportunity on taking this tour. I can honestly, whole-heartedly say this was the ABSOLUTE BEST food tour I have EVER taken. This is THE way to eat Tel Aviv. And I am saying that as someone who has taken similar food tours in other countries AND have already tried (what I thought was) the best of the best in Tel Aviv.

Delicious Israel offers a ton of different Israel food tour options around the country, I personally chose the Market Hop tour which is a four hour tour that goes to both the Carmel Market and Levinsky Market. I chose this one so that I could get a taste of each of my favorite markets, instead of focusing on one since they are both so insanely different. The tour was amazing. I thought four hours was going to be too long. NOPE. It felt like 5 seconds. My guide Lainie was amazing and you could tell how much she cared about the Israeli food, the spots she brought us to (which each had a unique story and personality) and the history behind it. If you are in Tel Aviv and love food (duh) BOOK A TOUR WITH DELICIOUS ISRAEL now . This is the most important part of the Tel Aviv travel guide. I am confident their other tours are just as good as the Market Hop. I cannot wait to go back and literally try every single one of their tours until I do them all! I will go more into detail on every single stop we took on my massive food guide as well, but run, do not walk, to booking this Tel Aviv food tour . It DOES sell out daily. I emailed to book in February and didn’t get a free date until April – hurry !! This has to be on your Tel Aviv itinerary no questions.

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*Thanks to Inbal for inviting me on the Delicious Israel Market Hop food tour! While I did receive  this tour  as a gift, my review and experience is, as always, 100% personal and honest*

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Nightlife & Bars In Tel Aviv

Cocktail bars in tel aviv.

• Imperial Craft Cocktail Bar : The place to go when you fancy cocktails. It’s a SUPER small bar. MAKE A RESERVATION (I’m not kidding). It’s the #1 rated bar in the Middle East and Africa , you literally can’t walk in without a reservation. Coolest cocktails.
• Other cocktail bars in Tel Aviv I love: Dizengoff 223 , Bellboy , Spicehaus , Concierge , Honolulu , Por do Sol (go for sunset!!).

Fun Bars In Tel Aviv

• Sputnik : Super cool bar on Rothschild. Has a hipster vibe and has a bunch of different rooms including an outside spot. Really good drinks and chill bar.
• Teder : One of my favorite spots that I frequent weekly. Good vibes outdoor courtyard bar that is fun any night of the week. Many Saturdays there are live music shows as well. Within the complex there is also a restaurant upstairs called Romano, a record bar on the ground floor, and a few other bars within. There is also pizza in the bar. The best pizza in Tel Aviv. Get it.
• Drama : 3 floors with different vibes. The second floor has a huge outdoor (covered) area to sit and chat. Super popular, go early if you are going on a weekend night.
• Speakeasy : Rooftop bar on Rothschild.

Bar Clubs In Tel Aviv

• Kuli Alma : One of the most popular bars in Tel Aviv. It has a hipster vibe but it is so cool. The top floor is all outdoor tables and chill, then the bottom there is a bar area and then in the back room is a club area. They play all hiphop/rap music. Go later on in the night.
• Jimmy Who : Fun bar/club on Rothschild, better for people in their young 20s.
• Abraxas : Attached to the Abraxas restaurant is a bar that gets really wild on the weekends. However, Israeli night is on Wednesday nights and it is my absolute favorite. If you are looking for a local night I highly recommend going on Wednesdays, otherwise, come any other night of the week and it is a vibe! Probably my favorite bar in Tel Aviv.
• Mondo 2000 : Rooftop bar/club in Florentin. There is usually a wait to get in.
• Secret Garden : My personal favorite club (usually Saturday late afternoon/evening). Super cool Tulum type vibes.
• Shalvata : The “it” young club in Tel Aviv for the summers since it’s outside on the port. Only open in the summer. Skews a bit younger.
• Other going out/rowdy  clubs in Tel Aviv I love: Goat , Emesh , & Kanta .

Sunset Bars in Tel Aviv

• Loullie : Chic club right on the tayelet where you can sit at a table and watch the sunset and often has fun DJs on Saturdays. Need to save a table.
• Migdalor : Newest sunset spot in the city and a bit far as it’s past the port all the way in the North but has one of my favorite views of the sunset and all of Tel Aviv and is a massive spot with an amazing vibe. Can just walk in – all ages! (often there are kids here!)
• Por de Sol: Amazing small bar on the top of the steps at Ben Gurion/Tayelet (Kikar Atarim)
• Contento : Another cute bar right on the Tayelet
• Any of the restaurants on the beach!

* Tip : A lot of the bars and clubs in Tel Aviv you have to be over 24 years old to get into. This is because Israelis go into the army after high school and THEN college, meaning they are out of college at 24 and the bars do not want college kids there, even though they’re of age (drinking age is 18). Just be mindful of this that you may get rejected, but we rarely had issues at  every bar.

Tel Aviv Hotels & Where To Stay In Tel Aviv

I’ve lived in Tel Aviv, I’ve visited with friends, I’ve been on group trips and I’ve visited with my family, so it’s safe to say I have stayed in many different areas at different budgets. I personally suggest staying at a hotel when you visit Tel Aviv right on the Mediterranean Sea but you still can’t go wrong wherever you choose since Tel Aviv is such a small walking city.

• BEACH HOTELS in Tel Aviv are the absolute best. I suggest somewhere near the center of the city (Allenby Street). You will find plenty of ranges of different hotels on Tel Aviv beach. You will find a ton of big chain hotels here ( Sheraton Tel Aviv , Hilton Tel Aviv ), the David Intercontinental Tel Aviv (which has the best hotel brunch I’ve ever had and is one of the nicer hotels in Tel Aviv). I personally recommend the Royal Beach Hotel (where I had my parents stay when they visited) or the new David Kempinski just opened (Spring 2022) and is the new, nicest hotel in Tel Aviv. It is truly like no other place here, but definitely comes the price. Highly recommend.
• BOUTIQUE CASUAL: There are a ton of new boutique hotels that have opened near the beach (personally I like boutique better), I recommend Mendeli Street Hotel (amazing brunch), Brown Beach House or Fabric Hotel I have been in all and they’re both great and in amazing locations!
• LUXE BOUTIQUE HOTELS : If you are coming during the winter and don’t need to be close to the beach, there are a TON of luxe boutique hotels near Rothschild and the Tel Aviv Center for a range of budgets. I recommend The Norman (one of the most luxurious and best hotels in Tel Aviv), Hotel Montefiore , The Vera Hotel , The Rothschild Hotel or Poli House !
• JAFFA HOTELS: Lastly, there have been luxury hotels popping up all over Jaffa as it becomes the new hot spot in Tel Aviv so if you want to stay in a different area DEFINITELY check out The Setai Tel Aviv (most luxurious hotel in Tel Aviv) or The Jaffa Tel Aviv .
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• For a cheap hotel in Tel Aviv or hostel in Tel Aviv , I HIGHLY recommend Abraham Hostel . This is THE hostel to stay at – it hosts a ton of bar crawls, events, and is by far the highest rated hostel group in the country and is an amazing place to meet people! Definitely, definitely book Abraham for a fun time and clean hostel in Tel Aviv!

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• AIRBNB Tel Aviv : There are also so many amazing, modern apartments in Tel Aviv. They are generally cheaper than hotels so if you like the Airbnb route instead of hotels I definitely recommend it in Israel – Israeli hosts are amazing. Airbnb Tel Aviv has tons of options, too! Also, if you use my Airbnb link you get $40 off your first stay!

More Things To Do In Tel Aviv: Weekend & Day Trips From Tel Aviv

Another one of the best things to do in Tel Aviv is to take day trips or weekend trips around Israel, it is a benefit of being a small country and Tel Aviv is situated in the center of Israel so a perfect home base. Travel guides for each of these locations coming soon! For now, check out my Israel travel blog here  on what to pack, safety and what to expect when visiting Israel!

• My extensive Jerusalem guide coming soon – but Jerusalem is an absolute MUST when visiting Tel Aviv.
• Day Trips From Tel Aviv: Haifa, Akko, Caesarea and Zichron Yaakov
• The West Bank
• Masada, Ein Gedi & the Dead Sea
• The North of Israel (Golan Heights, The Galilee, & Tzfat)
• The South of Israel (Mizpe Ramon, Sde Boker, Ein Avedat, Sderot, Gaza Border & Salad Trail) AND/OR Eilat, Petra and Sinai

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Gracias por esta excelente guía. Me parece eficiente y ágil. Estoy pensando ir en planificar mi viaje de vinos por Israel. Me puedes aconsejar? Soy de La Rioja. España. Ssludoa

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There are a ton of wineries in the Golan Heights in the North of Israel and Zichron Yaakov as well as in the Judean hills!

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Wow – what an extensive travel guide for Tel Aviv! My boyfriend and I are planning a trip here for 2019 so this post will definitely come in handy 🙂 Your guide is getting me so excited!

Thank you Jordan! I am already jealous, even though I am heading back there next month 🙂 I hope you have the best time!

You absolutely nailed this list! I loved Shuk Ha’Carmel, went there nearly every day I was in Tel Aviv – I’m sure the merchants ripped me off a little, but I don’t blame them (I was unaccustomed to bargaining in Hebrew, and more than happy to pay the tourist prices, the food was THAT good). I managed to stumble into a Landwer cafe (on Rothschild), completely by accident, totally jet lagged on my first morning – it remains the best shakshuka I think I’ve ever had!! I would add, to your nightlife list, Mozner bar – a bartender recommended it while I was there, and I had an absolutely cracking time! It was my first experience of drinking straight arak, whooooooooo. Thank you for sharing this list, you’ve given me a few new must-dos when I’m next in Tel Aviv 😉

Wow, Sheree, thanks so much for the nice comment! I love the Shuk so much and I have been ripped off plenty mostly because I was too lazy to overthink my Hebrew 🙂 Landwer is the best ! Next time you go get Shakshuka at Sonya’s on King George. Thanks so much for telling me about Mozner Bar! I just booked a flight back to Tel Aviv for the first time in two years and I will add this to my list!!! Arak is a good but strong one 😉

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Is Tel Aviv Safe for Travel? (Insider Tips)

Tel Aviv is Israel’s vibrant urban culture-capital. A seaside destination that combines centuries-old history with cool 1930s architecture, a pumping nightlife, and an amazing food scene.

It may generally be thought of as the Middle East, but it’s also a Mediterranean destination sanguine bars and beaches to chill out on. If you have never visited before, then chances you will be pleasantly surprised by this contemporary, cultural capital.

However Tel Aviv is in Israel and is part of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine. Concerns around terrorism and attacks from Gaza, for example, may also come to mind when you are planning a trip here – it’s only natural.

We are here to put your mind at ease. We have put together this huge guide to the safety of Tel Aviv, not to scare you or put you off, but to give you the straight facts and equip you with all the travel tips and information you’ll need to have an awesome time in this cool city.

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How Safe is Tel Aviv? (Our take)

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Staying in Tel Aviv is a lot of fun. Behind the attention-grabbing headlines, Tel Aviv is known as “the city that never sleeps” for its 24-hour culture. It has even been dubbed the “gay capital” of the Middle East. It sure is a fun-loving, open-minded city.

That does not mean that there are not issues to consider on a trip to Tel Aviv. After all, it is a big city and like many big cities comes with the usual selection of things to watch out for. Petty theft, while not a big problem, does occur and it is not unheard of for credit cards or passports to go missing. Theft from bags left unattended on beaches an is fairly common.

Public transport and transport hubs, especially on the outskirts of the city, require greater vigilance and

On top of that, there are cultural and religious sensitivities to be aware of. For example, don’t take pictures of people in Muslim and Orthodox Jewish areas. Also, note that a LOT of things totally shut down on the Shabbat (Friday night and Saturday).

The fact that there are underground bomb shelters dotted around Tel Aviv should tell you something. In recent years there have been threats of rockets fired from Gaza. It shouldn’t worry you though, people who live in Tel Aviv are generally unaffected, and unperturbed, by this apparent threat, and many of its citizens go about their daily business, walking to work and then partying the night away.

Most visits to Tel Aviv are trouble-free. In fact, given its location and situation, Tel Aviv is surprisingly safe and laid-back.

Now, let’s get deeper into the city and uncover how safe it is by looking at the statistics.

There is no such thing as a perfect safety guide, and this article is no different. The question of “Is Tel Aviv Safe?” will ALWAYS have a different answer depending on the parties involved. But this article is written for savvy travellers from the perspective of savvy travellers.

The information present in this safety guide was accurate at the time of writing, however, the world is a changeable place, now more than ever. Between the pandemic, ever-worsening cultural division, and a click-hungry media, it can be hard to maintain what is truth and what is sensationalism.

Here, you will find safety knowledge and advice for travelling Tel Aviv. It won’t be down to the wire cutting edge info on the most current events, but it is layered in the expertise of veteran travellers. If you use our guide, do your own research, and practise common sense, you will have a safe trip to Tel Aviv.

If you see any outdated information in this guide, we would really appreciate it if you could reach out in the comments below. We strive to provide the most relevant travel information on the web and always appreciate input from our readers (nicely, please!). Otherwise, thanks for your ear and stay safe!

It’s a wild world out there. But it’s pretty damn special too. 🙂

Though it may be thought to occupy a precarious geological location, Tel Aviv is a big attraction to tourists. Many people who arrive in Israel to visit the historic sights will, usually, at some point find their way through Tel Aviv.

Tourism is one of the major sources of income for Israel and they take it very seriously. In 2017, the country welcomed 3.6 million tourists – a huge 25% growth on the previous year – and the sector contributed NIS 20 billion to the economy.

Fast-forward to 2019. It is estimated that around 4.7 million visitors came to Israel, beating the record-breaking numbers of the previous year (4.12 million). Every year has seen a significant rise in tourists, making each year a record-breaker – in spite of the country’s perceived problems.

Tel Aviv is the country’s financial and technological capital and according to the UN, also its diplomatic capital. Home to 3.9 million inhabitants, it is estimated that 44% of Israel’s population live in Tel Aviv.

According to Israeli police, in terms of crime, murders have been continually decreasing. It’s claimed that in 2018, 103 people were the victims of homicide (down from 136 in 2017); a rate of 1.14 per 100,000 inhabitants. Looking at Tel Aviv away from the general overview of Israel, crime is relatively low: Gun crime is negligible, as is mugging and other violent crime.

That said, on the 2019 Global Peace Index (which measures the general safety of 163 countries) Israel ranked 146 – just below Mali (145) and just above Lebanon (147) putting it at the lower end of the “Low State of Peace” bracket.

Though it is situated in a country that may not be regarded as “safe”, Tel Aviv feels like any Mediterranean city and is statistically one of the best places to visit in Israel.

It is difficult to say whether Tel Aviv is safe right now, as the country is in a constant state of conflict, and has been for decades, with both Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Hamas in Gaza .

Tensions can rise every now and then creating pockets of small-scale war, with rockets fired over borders.

In the region in general, there have been increased tensions. In January 2020, a U.S. airstrike in Baghdad killed an Iranian general, sparking anti-Western sentiment across the Middle East.

Previous to this (November 2019), more than 60 rockets were fired from Gaza into southern Israel, with at least two being intercepted over Tel Aviv by the city’s “Iron Dome” missile defense system.

Ongoing tensions, culminating with the firing of rockets, can lead the Israeli Home Front Command to close workplaces and schools, including in Tel Aviv. This is the case at the time of writing this article, for example.

The back and forth of projectile fire between Israel and Gaza can affect Tel Aviv. Warning sirens will sound in the case of an imminent emergency.

Essentially it is a fragile situation that can change quickly.

Protests also affect Tel Aviv, and can feature violent clashes between protesters, and law enforcement.  Bystanders and tourists are also sometimes caught up in it all. Route 443, between Tel Aviv to Jerusalem also sees such incidents occur.

All these issues are subject to change – sometimes tensions are high, sometimes they are low. Checking the latest developments in Israel’s conflict, and the Middle East in general, maybe a good idea before you travel.

For the most part, however, Tel Aviv and its citizens remain calm and carry on with their lives as per usual. In fact, that the city is referred to as “The Bubble” for how different it feels – and is – from the rest of the country.

To stay up to date with the situation, you should get yourself a local sim card , and turn on notifications for a local news station. Staying connected is another way to stay safe!

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Tel Aviv is a bubble of a city. It remains relatively unaffected by the conflicts. it is both a safe city to travel to and a fun one at that. However, despite how good it sounds, it is still probably a very city different from the one you live in – or different from the cities you are used to. Here are some tips specially curated for staying safe in Tel Aviv to help you have a great time without worrying;

• Be sensitive – NOT voicing your views on the conflict, being aware of religious sensitivities, and generally being respectful is a good way to travel in Tel Aviv
• Pay attention around Religious holidays – There can be civil unrest and increased tension around Jewish holidays, after Friday prayers and other religious holidays
• Be vigilant at large gatherings – As with above, even the famous Pride Parade has seen rising tensions. Extra vigilance is always a good idea
• Don’t leave things unattended at the beach – Things do, and will, go missing if you leave them unwatched
• Limit the amount of money you carry around with you – The less you have, the less you could potentially lose
• Keep your passport close – There is a risk of your passport details being stolen, so don’t hand it over to anybody else (even Israeli police); only do so if absolutely necessary
• Carry copies of your ID with you at all times including the card they give you at immigration
• Monitor media reports – This will keep you up to date with travel advice, what is happening in the region, and in Israel
• Careful what you photograph – You shouldn’t be snapping pics of military/police personnel and installations, and be sensitive of photographing people in Muslim and Orthodox Jewish areas
• Don’t do any drugs – If you are caught in possession, penalties for smuggling/trafficking are severe
• Know what to do when you hear an air raid siren – Public underground bomb shelters called miklat can be found all over Tel Aviv. Strengthened rooms called mamad can be found in some buildings, too
• Dress to fit in – Depending on where you are in the city, what you’re wearing should adhere to local standards; an ultra-religious area may find what you wear offensive. This will also help you look less like a tourist
• Get a sim card – If your phone doesn’t work, make sure it does! A sim card will help you get around and keep in touch with people back home, amongst other things
• Learn a little Hebrew – Most people speak English, but knowing some phrases can help you get by
• Know that the weekend is different in Israel – Lots of shops are closed on Saturday, but Sunday is business as usual! You should be aware of this when making travel plans. Public transport stops on Shabbat.

Any traveller is going to be concerned with how they keep their money safe. Whether you are worried about losing money, or having it stolen from you, it safe to say that it is an important part of travel.

A simple solution to keeping your money safe in Tel Aviv, as with anywhere in the world, is a money belt.

A money belt will allow you to keep your money safe without having to worry about it going missing or being stolen from you.

Some money belts, however, aren’t as good as others; we think that they can look obvious when worn under clothing, and can be pretty uncomfortable sometimes, too.

The Pacsafe Money Belt is our best bet. It’s affordable, it looks and acts like a belt, and it’s sturdy – what more could you ask for out of a money belt!

Not only does this money belt look and act like a regular belt, but it is sturdy and affordable too. All you have to do is use the secret zipper pocket on the belt to stash your cash for the day and your money will be safe and sound.

Tel Aviv is the perfect place for solo travel. People here are open, friendly, helpful and will always be happy to give you any advice you might need.

It’s also a great place to join in with everyone else, mixing and mingling and partying till the early hours, then hanging out at a coffee shop after you’ve woken up late – just like everybody else.

Still, we have some tips for solo travellers in Tel Aviv to keep you on the straight and narrow.

• You should definitely do research when it comes to accommodation. You will want to find somewhere that suits your travel type, works well for you, and is secure. Read reviews and make sure that you are looking forward to staying at your accommodation, and you aren’t just staying at the cheapest possible place. Abraham Hostels is very sociable.
• Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Lots of people in Tel Aviv speak good English, and most people will be willing and happy to help you if you need directions, need to ask for advice, or feel unsafe.
• Have different ways to access your money. Consider having a couple of bank accounts, and keep the bank cards separately, as losing everything all at once is something that can cause a big headache. An emergency credit card could also really help you out in a pinch.
• Download all of the top apps for Israel before you travel to Tel Aviv. Moovit, which is details the country’s public transport schedules, is a good place to start; other apps to search for include those related to emergency situations, and offline maps apps like Maps.me.
• Join city-centric Facebook groups like Secret Tel Aviv. Here you will be able to get into contact with locals, ask advice and keep up to date with what is going on in the city.
• Make sure that your travel plans and plans for exploring the city aren’t affected by big public holidays like Yom Kippur, which sees the city’s public transport system shut down and virtually empty streets.
• Just because you are travelling solo, it does not mean that you have to go off grid; in fact, doing so could be quite unsafe. Make sure that you keep in touch with people back home, which will be good for your mental health as much as it will stave off homesickness. It is good to hear a familiar voice.
• Do not get crazy drunk. Just because Tel Aviv is well known as a 24 hour party city, it does not mean that you have to get completely wasted. Doing so would only put yourself at risk of making bad decisions, getting lost, or worse.
• If you are at the beach by yourself, and you have your things with you, know that it is not an unusual thing to ask somebody nearby to keep an eye on your things while you go swimming.
• Travel light. Rocking up in Tel Aviv with heavy luggage is not only not a good look, but it will not be a comfortable way to first arrive, leave or get around the city. For example, opt for a light, packable day-pack rather than arriving with multiple bags.

If you are a solo traveller looking to go travel around the best sights of Israel , Tel Aviv should definitely be on your list.

In fact, Israeli people are used to travelling and are used to mingling with people from other places. In addition, Tel Aviv’s hostels are good, and clustered around a fun beachfront area.

For fun and good times, this city is a great option. Just bear in mind that it isn’t a playground where nothing bad can happen, and be sensible, and you’ll be bound to have a good time.

Like many cities in the world, Tel Aviv does, unfortunately, come with a handful of issues when it comes to visiting the city as a solo female traveller.

However, for the most part, Tel Aviv’s laid-back feel and free-spirited mindset make it not just a safe place for women to travel by themselves, but a very fun one at that.

To help you stay extra safe, we’ve put together a mini guide for solo female travelers in Tel Aviv below.

• Never leave your drink unattended and keep an eye on it at all times. Drink spiking does happen in Tel Aviv. Ensure that you keep your drink in your hand to be on the safe side. Don’t accept drinks from strangers, either.
• Do not walk around dark, isolated areas by yourself at night – a deserted beach, or a shortcut home, or anywhere like that. It is not worth the potential risk.
• It is ok to say no and be firm with it. Some men can be a little too forward with the flirting. If you feel that this is unwanted attention – it is normal to be firm with how you respond. Usually, this is harmless, and more annoying than anything, but if you do feel like you are being harassed, then you should make a scene, and find someone nearby who can help you.
• Catcalling does also occur, but it is best to just ignore this and move on.
• Take care when exploring the city even in the daytime. While some neighbourhoods, such as Florentin are cool and accepting, others may not be as nice.
• Do not tell people your personal details: where you are staying, your room number, where you are from, what you’re doing tomorrow, your marital status… No stranger needs to know things like this, and sharing this with strangers could put you in danger.
• Walk confidently. This means walking with purpose, like you know where you are going (even if you don’t). Looking like a lost tourist could make you look vulnerable.
• Meeting up with local ladies will be a cool idea. They will give you the best insight into Tel Aviv’s various scenes and neighbourhoods. Simply searching for female-focused meetups will yield results, as will joining Facebook groups like Host A Sister, which will allow to put out a request to meet up with other women wherever you are in the world.
• Go on a tour if you’re not sure about exploring the city by yourself. It is very important, however, to check reviews of the tour company or guide you may use; only use very reputable, well-recommended companies and guides.
• Let people know what your travel plans are. Send your itinerary to a trusted friend or relative back home, ensuring that you check in with them every couple of days to let them know you’re OK. Lessening other people’s anxiety may make you feel more at ease.
• Keep your phone charged at all times. Going out all day without full charge is not a good idea, and you may want to invest in a spare battery pack that will keep your phone topped up with battery life.

Solo female travellers are going to have an amazing time in Tel Aviv. With music venues, art exhibitions, chilled cafes to people-watch at, and some great dining experiences, you will have no trouble filling your time with cool things to do.

It is always nice to find like-minded people to hang out with and enjoy your time with, though, so think about meetups with locals, or staying in a social hostel. Use the same precautions for yourself as you would anywhere in the world, and you will have a trouble-free time.

Tel Aviv may have a reputation for being a party city, but actually, by day this place is a fantastic hub for families, with museums, parks, cafes and markets to enjoy.

Plenty of young families call the city home and this is something which has helped shape the city into the child-friendly destination it is today. In fact, the city’s ethos largely derives from the importance played by the Hebrew word mischpacha  – family, including distant relatives.

This has not always been the case though.

Rewind a few years and Tel Aviv’s inhabitants were made up of mostly students and retirees. Things have changed, for the better, and investment in green spaces particularly has meant that the city is so much more liveable and enjoyable for families.

Today Tel Aviv is a green city: there are parks galore. The biggest one is Park HaYarkon; situated on the banks of the Yarkon River, it comes complete with rolling grassy areas, a petting zoo and plenty of playgrounds. It’s a great place to make a beeline for if you have active kids.

There is also the spacious Independence Park, for the perfect picnic spot overlooking the sea (plus playgrounds); the Old Port is also good for little ones as this historic area has sandpits and fountains for little ones.

Beaches, of course, are a huge draw to the city; in fact, Tel Aviv boasts 14 kilometres of sandy beaches. Here is where you can enjoy relaxing while your children play in the sand and splash around in the Mediterranean Sea.

There is not too much to worry about in terms of safety when it comes to the beaches; all of the city’s beaches have lifeguards on duty, and the current is not too strong close to shore. The water here is good for all ages to enjoy swimming.

There are, however, occasional “Black Flag” days when it is forbidden to swim. This will often be after a storm.

Some of the best beaches for families are Metzitzim Beach in the north of the city (this has both a seafront playground and a beach bar); Gordon Beach comes with its own swimming pool, plus children’s and babies’ pools.

Be careful with beach days though – the sun can get extremely hot during the summer months and it is not a good idea to be out in the midday sun. It is advised to go the beach either in the morning, or later in the afternoon; make sure to use sunscreen, wear T-shirts and sunhats, too.

For educational things to do in Tel Aviv, there are museums such as Beit Hatfutsot – the Museum of the Jewish People – and the Steinhardt Natural History Museum, which houses more than a million pieces in its collection, or the Tel Aviv Museum of Art with surreal sculptures and colourful paintings to capture children’s imaginations.

Tel Aviv is relatively compact and quite easy to get around with kids in tow. The pavements are well maintained, pushchairs can be used, and even the inner city bus can accommodate pushchairs. In fact, children under 5 ride free on public trains and buses.

When it comes to food, there is not much to worry about. Most places have children’s menus and are used to catering for families; it is not unusual to see families out late into the night, eating meals with their children.

It is best not to visit Tel Aviv with young children in July and August, which is when the country sees its highest humidity and temperatures. Spring time and September – both the “shoulders season” – are good times of year to visit, with pleasant temperatures and plenty of sun.

You don’t need to drive yourself around the city to get around. However, if you do want to self-drive, then you should know that you will need a lot of patience.

Though you don’t need to drive yourself or rent a car, self-driving can be a good option if you want to travel further afield. The highways are, in general, modern and well kept. Signage is in Hebrew, Arabic and English, which makes it easy to navigate.

Though there are frequent accidents owing to erratic driving, in general, Israel on does not have a high rate of road traffic deaths, which indicates that it is not all that dangerous.

Drivers in Tel Aviv, however, don’t have the best of reputations – sometimes it would seem that the road rules are more like suggestions to people than actual rules. The horn will be used a lot, people may flash their lights at you, and there may be a few crazy U-turns to watch out for. You will have to be alert and assertive at all times.

There are speed cameras, though, and it is common to be fined for breaking the speed limit.

A satnav / GPS will help with a lot of the stress of driving in Tel Aviv.

When it comes to parking, there is an additional headache of it being very, very difficult to find a space – especially in downtown Tel Aviv. There is a list of complicated rules and regulations, such as cars only being able to park along blue-and-white kerbs; parking along a red-and-white kerb, on the other hand, is illegal and doing so will get your car towed.

Privately owned car parks can be found around town, but larger public car parks can be found south of Jaffa Port and around the Old Railway Station; at Reading Terminal, near Park HaYarkon, is Tel Aviv’s largest car park and has good bus connections into the centre of town.

There can be parking machines, but these can be complicated to use; the signs accompanying them aren’t always in English.

On the Shabbat (Friday night and Saturday) parking can be easier – many of the city’s car parks remain open and many of its residents head out for day trips.

You can get an app to pay for parking; called Pango, it means you can pay for parking via the app, which can make things easier.

Parking, however, is generally not a great experience.

All in all, driving in Tel Aviv is safe, but it is not really worth it. If driving is your thing, however, then there’s nothing really stopping you – though we recommend that you have some experience of driving abroad, and are a confident driver.

Uber in Tel Aviv is safe.

Gett, an Israeli ride hailing app, works the same as Uber in Israel – meaning it’s only for taxis.

The plus side of both Uber and Gett is that you won’t get messed around by any taxi driver, as the price is what you pay through the app via your bank card. You are also guaranteed a licensed taxi. Other perks include being able to track your ride, and check driver ratings, amongst other things.

Taxis are generally safe in Tel Aviv, but there can be a chance of getting ripped off. There are a few things you should know about taxis in Tel Aviv.

You shouldn’t have any problems with finding a taxi in Tel Aviv, as they are absolutely everywhere. Licensed taxis- regulated by the Israel Transportation Ministry – are usually white, and are usually Mercedes, Skoda or Kia.

Taxis in Tel Aviv will be painted with the word “TAXI” or “MUNIT” on either side of the cab, and will have a yellow light-up sign on the roof. Don’t let the sign confuse you too much, however; differently to other countries’ systems, the taxi sign is always lit up and, confusingly, doesn’t indicate whether or not it’s available.

The thing to look out for is a green light on the base of the main yellow light; if it’s off, there’s someone on board. However, this isn’t always the case, so the best thing to do is just to try to wave down any taxi, regardless of lights.

Taxi drivers, by law, have to use a meter. If a taxi driver tries to scam you by saying the meter’s broken, or it’s cheaper not to use the meter, or whatever, just get out and find another taxi. Tourists can be targets these sorts of shenanigans, and your driver will more than likely suggest a flat fare, which can be much, much higher than the meter would work the fare out at.

If you have found a taxi and you get into it, it is ok to sit in the front with the driver – it is not unusual. Taxi drivers are friendly and will have a chat to you about their city, and what they’re doing.

Note that it is not customary, nor expected, to tip your driver.

If the driver is smoking, picking up other passengers, or you feel you have been scammed, you can make a complaint. Either request a receipt from the end of your taxi trip, or note down the taxi number, driver name and the vehicle registration, and contact the Transportation Ministry Office.

Know that there are two different tariff systems: the lower one operates between 5:30 a.m. and 9 p.m.; the higher one – 25% higher than the lower one – runs between 9 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., as well as on Shabbat (Friday night and Saturday) and Jewish holidays.

There are also charges for specific inter-city routes, for which you can request the designated price.

Everything about taxis in Tel Aviv can be made easier by using one of the aforementioned apps – Gett or Uber – or you could ask your accommodation to call one for you.

There is no metro in Tel Aviv (yet) and public transport in Tel Aviv mostly revolves around buses. These can be a little bit confusing for visitors to the city to get to grips with. However, these are in general safe and fairly straightforward once you have learned how they work.

The Moovit app shows you realtime updates of bus routes if you do get confused with it all.

Tel Aviv buses are operated by a company called Dan , but there are also a number of other smaller companies that traces routes around the city.

You can catch a bus in Tel Aviv from 5 a.m. to 12 a.m., which means party animals can ride them home in the early morning after a night of dancing.

It is relatively cheap to use the bus; a one way ticket costs around NIS 5, and you pay the fare as you get on the bus.

It is a good idea, however, to consider purchasing a one day pass or hofshi yomi – for NIS 13.50, this gets you unlimited travel around the city and its suburbs. There is also the weekly hofshi shavoui (NIS 64).

Alternatively, those of you who will be in the city for a few weeks or months can pick up a Personal Rav Kav. These top-up travel cards can be picked up from a Dan information centre; note that getting one involves paperwork, and requires a photo and a passport.

If you get one from a bus driver – an Anonymous Rav Kav – however, none of that is needed; just ask the driver as you get on.

There are three big bus terminals in Tel Aviv: Central Bus Station, Arlozorov Bus Terminal, and the Carmelit Bus Terminal. You should be careful – especially around the Central Bus Station – late at night and early in the morning. As in many cities, transport hubs don’t tend to be the nicest places. Keep your belongings close to you and try not to look lost.

Trains in Israel are run by Israel Railways. They’re modern, with aircon, and are clean, reliable and frequent, making for a good way to get around and see the country.

On a trip to Tel Aviv, a train may be the first public transport you encounter. There is a train line that runs to and from the city via Ben Gurion Airport; other train lines connect the city centre both with its surrounding suburbs and other cities.

Trains don’t yet make for a good way to get around Tel Aviv. The Tel Aviv Light Rail has been delayed multiple times and is set to be opened. Likewise, planned three-line Tel Aviv Metro is also on the cards and is due to open in 2021.

Taking the train however, is a normal thing to do in Israel, and can be a good way to get between destinations if you want to travel around the city. There are four main train stations serving mainly commuters on the line running north-to-south on the east side of the city; the main station is Tel Aviv Center (or Tel Aviv Savidor Mercaz), which is conveniently located next door to the Arlosorov Bus Terminal.

From Tel Aviv Center, you can get the train to Israel’s third-largest city, Haifa (which does have a metro). There is a high speed service in the works between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, but at the moment it is quicker to get the bus.

As an alternative to the bus, there is a city-wide bike hire scheme, dubbed Tel-O-Fun . These bright green bicycles are actually one of the quickest and easiest ways to get around, with an impressive 120 kilometres of dedicated bike path, and many drop-off/pick-up stations across the city. All it costs is around NIS 17 for a daily travel card for the bikes.

With this, you can travel along Rothschild Boulevard, Ben-Gurion Boulevard and Chen Boulevard without having to contend with traffic.

There is also a 10 kilometre-long coastal promenade that you can pedal along, plus a bicycle ride around the huge HaYarkon Park is epic.

On a safety note, if you choose to cycle around the city make sure you stick to the cycle paths. You will get fined if you cycle on pavements. The road can be dangerous, too.

Whilst Tel Aviv does not yet have a metro system, or even a light railway system, they soon will do. Before that happens, it is pretty safe to use the bus to get around the city – just make sure to keep an eye on your belongings and be careful around transport hubs. Enjoy!

Food in Israel is part of the culture and in Tel Aviv that is no different. This city boasts a vibrant gastronomy scene with a high standard of top restaurants, casual eateries, street cafes and bars.

There is a wide range of food from a wide range of backgrounds on offer in Tel Aviv: you want it, you can get it. To help you do just that, here are a few pointers.

• In Israel, more than half of all restaurants are serving kosher food. Nearly all hotels will serve kosher food. Good news if you’re kosher. Others may find it difficult to find milk for tea or coffee, and if you were thinking of having a creamy surf and turf meal of some kind, think again.
• Food is generally of a good standard in Israel, but some restaurants are going to be more run down and less hot on the hygiene than others. It is always a good rule of thumb to follow crowds; Tel Avivians will know the best places to eat in the city, so when the lunch rush starts, go where it’s busy.
• Do not be afraid to eat at the street food stalls – you will be missing out if you don’t. At falafel stands or kiosks, for example, you can get fries, pickled salads, fried eggplants (often cheap and healthy); there are also hummusia, which – you guessed it – specialise in hummus.
• Be careful of falafel sauce! This stuff can very, very spicy. Unless you are an old hand at consuming – and enjoying – spicy food, when the guy at the kiosk asks if you want any, just say “a little bit” otherwise you may have a shock.
• Know that Jewish restaurants will be closed on Shabbat (Friday evening to Saturday).
• If you are backpacking Israel on a budget, we recommend checking out a misada mizrahit. Literally translating “Eastern Restaurant”, these are great places to get cheap eats such as fried kibbeh, basic salads and grilled meat. Just make sure you go to one that looks as though it has a good standard of hygiene, or that’s busy, or that has good reviews – preferably all three.
• There are probably going to be some different flavours and spices going on that you may not be used to. Most likely, it won’t be bad hygiene practices that get to your stomach, but it will be the fact that you’re devouring something new; a change in diet is a common cause for an upset stomach.
• Just in case, it’s a good idea to bring anti-diarrhoea medication. Tel Aviv is a safe, clean city to eat around, but having something in your bag for those just-in-case situations is a good idea.
• Don’t be afraid of the fruit and veg: the stalls look amazing and the fruit is almost always fresh and delicious. To be on the safe side, however, it is always a good idea to wash your purchases before you tuck into them.
• Beware the hotel buffet. While it seems like a great, convenient place to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner, it’s the hotel buffet where many visitors to many countries around the world get an upset stomach. With different people passing in and out of the buffet, and food sitting around in metal trays, these can be hotbeds for germs.
• Wash your hands. It is normal to practise to wash your hands before you eat anyway, but when you are exploring a traffic-filled city all day and then sit down to eat something with your hands without having washed them beforehand… that’s not a good move.

The cafe culture is bustling, the street food stalls are always busy, and everyone claims to know the best place to get hummus, falafel or shwarma; and in the summer months, you can wash it all down with a thirst-quenching limonana – fresh made lemonade with mint.

Tel Aviv is the place to go to eat. Mostly, the problem you will have here is eating too much, or not having enough room for all the delicious dishes you’ll find. Follow your nose, and follow the crowds, and you won’t have too much difficulty finding some amazing food.

The tapwater in Tel Aviv is safe to drink.

There is no reason why you shouldn’t bring a refillable water bottle and take that around with you as you explore the city; there should be places for you to fill up your water dotted around.

Some restaurants will also provide you with a glass of water when you sit down at a table, too.

No need to buy plastic bottles of water that will only contribute further to the world’s plastic problem.

Tel Aviv is a big, vibrant city with – as we’ve just established – fantastic food, beautiful beaches, a 24-hour lifestyle and energetic nightlife.

However, there are problems that come with living in a city such as Tel Aviv. Though it is different, safer and more laid-back than the rest of Israel, living here can take some getting used to at first.

Its location and ongoing disputes and conflicts with neighbouring countries make the city a unique place. It is therefore protected by the Iron Dome – a missile defence system.

There is more security than you are probably used to, with bag searches and metal detectors at museums and other such buildings, as well as some armed personnel patrolling or even just strolling around the city.

Depending on the levels of tension at any time, the security may be more or less strict. There may be more or less personnel around.

You will also have to know what to do in the rare instances that the siren goes off. If it does, you need to get to a bomb shelter, either underground, in a building, or in a stairwell of a building.

Living in such a security-oriented environment may take its toll on some people, others may like it, or outright not be bothered about it – this will depend on your personality and experiences while living in Tel Aviv.

However, even with all this going on the doorstep, Tel Aviv is not a particularly bad, or even dangerous, city to live in. Fashion, museums, cafes – they are all there to be enjoyed, and there is always something going on.

In fact, with its Bohemian spirit, Tel Aviv is often referred to by Israelis as “The Bubble”. It can be easy to forget that you are even living in Israel, being much more secular and liberal than the rest of the country.

Just don’t go talking about the politics of the region. Growing up in a place like this will give people a different view to the one you probably have; besides, Tel Aviv tends to be more about partying than politics.

Another thing to note is that Tel Aviv can get unbearably hot. In the summer, air con is necessary. You will be dipping in and out of air-conned places just to get some respite from the heat outside.

People in Tel Aviv will be friendly and welcoming in general, and you may find it to be the kind of place where you can make friends very easily.

Just be sure to do thorough research on neighbourhoods to live, areas that will fit your lifestyle and personality. Look online to see how other expats have found living in Tel Aviv, visit the city to see how it all works, and then make the leap if you feel like it!

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Healthcare in Israel can be pretty expensive, and Tel Aviv is no exception.

It is very important if you are going to Tel Aviv, that you have appropriate medical travel insurance before you go. Some facilities may ask for payment upfront and may take legal action if you don’t pay your bills. Good insurance is a must.

However, the healthcare in Tel Aviv is good. The system is efficient and there is high-quality care on offer. In fact, there is an oversupply of doctors in Israel on the whole, as well as a host of modern hospitals and clinics.

In Tel Aviv, you will never be too far from top quality medical care, so much so that the city is actually becoming quite a popular destination for medical tourism – especially from the United States.

If you have a medical emergency whilst you are in Tel Aviv, you should call 101 and request an ambulance. One of the hospitals you may be taken to is Ichilov Hospital, which is a big facility in the centre of the city and has a 24-hour Emergency Room (ER).

For less serious ailments, there is Tel Aviv Doctor – a well-equipped clinic used to foreign visitors with English-speaking staff, with the capacity for procedures from lab tests and X-rays, to medical check-ups. They can also cater for emergency visits.

If you are in need of a doctor and you are staying at a hotel, you can ask your accommodation for a house visit from a local physician. However, it is important to note that house calls will be expensive and may require you to pay there and then; if you plan on doing so, you should contact your insurance provider.

Pharmacies across the city are well stocked. Superpharm is one of the biggest chains that you will find, with numerous branches around town; one of these, on Dizengoff Street, is open on Shabbat, which is good to note since practically all others will be closed.

These pharmacies have international brands that you will recognise, but can be quite highly-priced for things like aspirin or anti-diarrhea medicines (so come well stocked).

All in all, the healthcare in Tel Aviv is great – just don’t forget that travel insurance.

While Hebrew is the official language of Israel. Roughly 20% of the population speaks Arabic. Signage across the country is displayed in both Hebrew and Arabic. English is widely spoken in Israel.

Here are a few useful phrases in Hebrew for your backpacking Israel adventure:

Hello – Shalom

Morning— Boker

Please – Bevakasha

Cheers – L’chayiym!

What? – Mah?p

Where? – Heykhan?

No plastic bag – eyn sekyt nayylun

No straw please – bli kash, bhvakasha.

No plastic cutlery please – bli ” ma plastik, bhvakasha.

Beer — Biyrah

Thanks! — Todah!

Here are some quick answers to common questions about safety in Tel Aviv.

Can you drink alcohol in Tel Aviv?

Alcohol is only available in Western hotels in Tel Aviv. Drinking is forbidden and considered abhorrent by traditional followers of Islam, so you should really avoid getting drunk and going out to the public. If possible, avoid alcohol completely.

Is it safe to walk around Tel Aviv at night?

Most neighborhoods in Tel Aviv are safe, however, it is smart to be a bit more cautious at night. Stick with a group of friends when going out and opt for a taxi instead of walking.

What should you avoid in Tel Aviv?

Avoid these things when visiting Tel Aviv: – Don’t express any political or religious opinions – Don’t disrespect local culture – Don’t leave things unattended at the beach – Don’t do any drugs

Is Tel Aviv safe for female solo traveller?

As long as you stay cautious and aware of your surroundings, you won’t face any issues as a solo female traveller in Tel Aviv. Link up with other female travellers on your trip to increase your safety even more.

Tel Aviv is a city of contradictions. Plenty of people visit, plenty of people live there. It’s liberal, it’s fun, it’s clean and there’s a lot to do. There are beaches, great nightlife, good eating.  But it all just happens to be on a knife-edge of tension from the Gaza Conflict and other disputes with neighbouring countries. However, outright hostilities are very rare and Tel Aviv deservedly keeps its nickname of “The Bubble”.

Disclaimer: Safety conditions change all over the world on a daily basis. We do our best to advise but this info may already be out of date. Do your own research. Enjoy your travels!

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Sitting about halfway between downtown Tel Aviv and Jaffa is Neve Tzedek, one of Tel Aviv's original settlements. Composed of beautifully restored houses, boutique shops, thriving cafes and trendy art galleries, this neighborhood is undeniably one of the city's most beautiful areas. Recent visitors described Neve Tzedek as Tel Aviv's SoHo and insist that future travelers check out the array of offerings available. This trendy neighborhood houses some of the city's premier art venues, including the Rokach House Museum and the Suzanne Dellal Centre, where the  Batsheva Dance Company performs. While you're exploring, keep your eyes peeled for the murals adorning many of Neve Tzedek's walls.

You can easily reach this vibrant region by bike or taxi from anywhere in the city. It can also be reached via bus Nos. 41 and 240. You can wander Neve Tzedek's streets 24 hours a day without spending a shekel. To learn more, visit the Israeli Tourism Board's website .

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It's easy to see why walking and biking are the preferred modes of transportation here: With a 3-mile-long beachside boardwalk to cruise, taking a taxi or a bus just feels like a missed opportunity. Tel Aviv's Tayelet –  a pedestrian-only street –  runs along the Mediterranean from the Old Tel Aviv Port to Jaffa , offering bikers and strollers spectacular views of the sea. On the inland side, the Tayelet grants easy access to Tel Aviv's prime hotel areas, as well as numerous restaurants and nightlife venues. On the other side of the promenade, you'll find beautiful beaches , including hot spots like Gordon Beach. 

Previous guests praised the Tayelet as one of the best places in Tel Aviv to relax and enjoy the sunshine. The coffee shops and restaurants that dot the boardwalk also received rave reviews. Visitors also insisted on renting a bike to see as much of the coastline as possible. There are several Tel-O-Fun stations along the promenade.

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U.S. citizens should heed the  Travel Advisory  for Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. The U.S. Embassy continues to closely monitor the dynamic security situation in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. There are active military operations and active rocket and mortar fire in Gaza and the Gaza periphery.  Terrorist groups, lone-actor terrorists and other violent extremists continue plotting possible attacks in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. Terrorists and violent extremists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, and local government facilities. Violence can occur in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza without warning. If you require emergency assistance while in Israel, the West Bank or Gaza, contact the  U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem  by email ([email protected]).

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Is Tel Aviv Safe? Crime Rates & Safety Report

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Tel Aviv is the second-largest city in  Israel .

Because it is the most liberal city in Israel, and one of the most gay-friendly cities in the world, it becomes famous for the nickname “The Miami Of The Middle East”.

Tel Aviv was founded in 1909 and the 60 Tel Aviv founders started building the first mid-eastern urban center with running water.

Tel Aviv grew steadily and became the center of culture, commerce and light industry – the Israeli metropolis with 3.1 million people.

Tel Aviv was declared a cultural  UNESCO World Heritage site  and due to the style which emphasized simplicity and the white color, it has got a nickname the White City.

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OVERALL RISK: MEDIUM

Tel Aviv can be considered an overall safe city in terms of crime. However, frequent terrorist attacks, making it more dangerous than it is.

TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM

Drivers need to be watchful since there are numerous car accidents. Make sure that you get insured before trying to drive in Tel Aviv. It is not safe to hitchhike either. Public transport is safe and reliable, as long as you are vigilant when it comes to thieves that frequently operate there. Be aware of the fact that public transport might be the target number one among terrorists. The bus drivers in Tel Aviv speak and understand English, and will answer questions about the destination of their bus.

PICKPOCKETS RISK: LOW

Since there are some areas where pickpocketing is frequent, tourists should not leave belongings unattended. Serious crime is generally not a problem in Israel since most visits to Tel Aviv are trouble-free, but the theft of passports, credit cards, and valuables from public beaches is common.

NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM

Tel Aviv is located in the area prone to seismic activity, so earthquakes are possible. During extreme rain, the flood might happen. Drivers are advised to monitor local weather reports before coming to Tel Aviv by car.

MUGGING RISK: LOW

When the mugging and kidnapping risk is in question, Tel Aviv is pretty safe. However, kidnapping is an issue near the border with Egypt.

TERRORISM RISK: HIGH

Some of the most active terrorist groups are Gaza-based organizations and numerous terrorist attacks occurred in the region recently, so the risk is extremely high. In case you happen to be in the middle of a terrorist attack, you need to follow advice from local authorities.

SCAMS RISK: LOW

Scam risks in Tel Aviv have not been reported.

WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW

Women can feel relatively safe in Tel Aviv, except in one district which should not be visited even during the day. All the other parts of the city are trouble-free. Women need to keep in mind local expectations regarding modest clothing, like long skirts, long-sleeved shirts, and trousers. The scarf is obligatory when entering the Holy sites.

• So... How Safe Is Tel Aviv Really?

The security situation in Israel is tense and unpredictable.

Tel Aviv remains a very safe city to visit, but travelers need to be aware of the possibility and high risk of terrorist threats.

The local police are generally very friendly.

Pickpockets, like in every big city, operate at the old and new central bus stations, the beach promenade and bag and bicycle thefts are common.

Crime rates are much lower in Tel Aviv than in most other cities of similar size.

Buses are the best way to tour the city and a very safe way to travel.

Street crime is rare all around Tel Aviv, but late at night, some southern neighborhoods might become dangerous.

The Northern parts, as well as the center, are safe areas in terms of serious crime, but even during the day, there are a lot of pick-pocketers.

Tourist infrastructure in this city is excellent because it is a financial and technological hub of the country and it is very worth visiting.

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The people from the U.S., Australia, Europe and Canadian have the right to stay in Israel for up to 90 days without obtaining a visa. There have been instances where passports have been stamped for entry purposes. If you have any questions about visas or entry into Israel, you should contact the Israel Embassy.

The official currency of Israel is the New Israel Shekel. Be aware that some sellers might give you the old version of the Shekel and these notes have no value. The ATMs accept international cards and money transfer through Western Union to a local Israeli post office normally takes 3-4 hours.

Tel Aviv has a Mediterranean climate characterized by long, hot summers and short winters. The best time to visit the city is summer. Winters are warm and the only snowfall in the city's history occurred once. UV radiation near the beach can be extremely high.

Ben Gurion Airport is the busiest airport in the whole country located 19 km southeast of Tel Aviv. It was named after Israel's first Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion. Some other international airports that can be used when coming to Israel include Eilat-Ramon, Haifa-U. Michaeli and Eilat-Uvda.

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“Women need to keep in mind local expectations regarding modest clothing, like long skirts, long sleeved shirts and trousers. The scarf is obligatory when entering the Holy sites.” Who wrote this review?? Obviously have never been to TLV. Nobody is “modest” in TLV it is a beach town… Also, in Jerusalem for example scarf is not obligatory really in holy sites and women can AND SHOULD generally wear what the like.

“Extremely high” risk of terror attacks? I think that Paris and London have higher risk of attacks than Tel Aviv. Some facts, which most Tel Avivians will agree upon: – Modesty does not exist in Tel Aviv. – Violent crime does, in very specific areas, which tourists not often visit (me neither). – Taxi driver WILL rip you off. – There’s a risk for new comers to be lost in the Dizengoff Center shopping mall. Some people entered there as kids, lost their way and still live there as adults.

Its safe. Dont read this article

Was in Israel 2019 as a women travelling alone. Never felt safer somewhere else. But damn … i did not know about the dizengoff center. I have to revisit soon. I normally dont visit a city twice for a holiday ( too many on my bucketlist) but Israel is on the list again!!!

As a local I can tell you, tel aviv is the young tourist heaven. Excellent food, beautiful women and men, amazing beach and promenade, pot is allowed and easy to buy.

Having gone to Tel Aviv in 2019, I am not sure I can agree. While it is mostly safe at the heart of the city, there is risk surrounding the entire area. I was advised against going to several different places for safety concerns. I mean this was BY the locals. I don’t know. Maybe it is all about perspective? I didn’t feel unsafe but also wasn’t completely relaxed either.

Lol tel aviv is super safe terrorist attacks is a joke its super rare and happens on times of war.. most of the time just some dude running with knife yelling in arabic and gets shot after a few seconds from the many police officers, or mandatory soldiers. No place safer.

The Man who wrote this never visited Tel Aviv

There is no safer than Tel Aviv when speaking of terrorist attacks, Paris and London have a much higher probability.

Pickpocketing only at the beach

Tel Aviv is safe!

Tel Aviv (and Israel as a country in general) is one of the safest places in the world. How many terrorist incidents have been in Tel Aviv during the recent years? There was a shooting incident and 3 people were killed but it happened once during the last 6 years (and before that there was a similar incident happened once in a decade maybe). The security forces in Israel are the one of the best in the world and they work 24/7 to maintain security. Crime is low and you can walk the streets of Tel Aviv even late at night without fear

best city in the world,

as a teen living here for 17 years, there’s no better place to hang around, always near a beach, parties everywhere at night, beautiful rebel styled women, and rich and wealthy men, the language is beautiful and easy to learn and at night the whole city turns into a place to live your best life, been in 14 other capital cities like Paris and Madrid, and it doesn’t beat the vivid and teen feeling of Tel Aviv, occasional terrorist attacks but strong army and nothing to worry about, this city changes your life for the better and gives you a different view in life, maybe it’s why it’s one of the most expensive cities too.

definately worth a visit.

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Conflict in Israel and the OPTs

On 7 October 2023 there was a large-scale terrorist attack by Hamas in southern Israel. Hamas continues to launch rockets into Israel and the Israeli Defence Forces are conducting significant military activity in Gaza.

There is also increased military activity by the Israeli Defence Forces around Gaza, within the West Bank and on Israel’s northern border.

There are continued exchanges of rocket and small arms fire over Israel’s northern border with Lebanon and a potential increase in rocket attacks and other incidents of violence across Israel and the OPTs , including the West Bank.

We recognise this a fast-moving situation that poses significant risks. The situation has potential to deteriorate quickly and without warning. This could disrupt air and road links out of the country. If your reason to remain in Israel and the OPTs is not essential you should consider leaving if it is safe to do so.

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Travel within or out of Israel or the OPTs is at your own risk. You are encouraged to follow the advice of local authorities, for example on which routes are open or when to take shelter.

Travelling to Egypt from Gaza

The Rafah border crossing continues to be open for controlled and time-limited periods to allow specific groups of foreign nationals, including British nationals, to cross. It is for the Egyptian and Israeli authorities to determine who is permitted to cross, and when. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs will contact embassies to let them know when their foreign nationals can cross. Should we receive notification from the Israeli and Egyptian authorities that individuals are permitted to cross, we will notify those people individually.

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How much does it cost to travel to Tel Aviv?

You should plan to spend around $143 (₪521) per day on your vacation in Tel Aviv. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

• $28 (₪104) on meals
• $8.96 (₪33) on local transportation
• $177 (₪645) on hotels

A one week trip to Tel Aviv for two people costs, on average, $2,002 (₪7,291) . This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

• Travel Style: All Budget (Cheap) Mid-Range Luxury (High-End)
• Average Daily Cost Per person, per day $ 143 ₪ 521
• One Week Per person $ 1,001 ₪ 3,645
• 2 Weeks Per person $ 2,002 ₪ 7,291
• One Month Per person $ 4,291 ₪ 15,623
• One Week For a couple $ 2,002 ₪ 7,291
• 2 Weeks For a couple $ 4,005 ₪ 14,581
• One Month For a couple $ 8,582 ₪ 31,246

How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Tel Aviv cost?

A one week trip to Tel Aviv usually costs around $1,001 (₪3,645) for one person and $2,002 (₪7,291) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Tel Aviv on average costs around $2,002 (₪7,291) for one person and $4,005 (₪14,581) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Tel Aviv will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Tel Aviv on average costs around $4,291 (₪15,623) for one person and $8,582 (₪31,246) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.

Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Tel Aviv has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Prices in Tel Aviv are reasonable and comparable to your average travel destination. Hotels, food, and sightseeing are generally within normal price ranges.

Within the Middle East, Tel Aviv is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Haifa or Eilat.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Tel Aviv Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Tel Aviv?

The average Tel Aviv trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Tel Aviv travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.

Accommodation Budget in Tel Aviv

Average daily costs.

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The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Tel Aviv is $89 (₪322). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Tel Aviv is $177 (₪645). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.

• Accommodation 1 Hotel or hostel for one person $ 89 ₪ 322
• Accommodation 1 Typical double-occupancy room $ 177 ₪ 645

Hotel Prices in Tel Aviv

Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

Find the best hotel for your travel style.

Actual Hotel Prices The average hotel room price in Tel Aviv based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $158. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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Transportation Budget in Tel Aviv

The cost of a taxi ride in Tel Aviv is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $8.96 (₪33) per person, per day, on local transportation in Tel Aviv.

• Transportation 1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc. $ 8.96 ₪ 33

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• Private Airport Transfer - TLV Airport to Tel Aviv Hotel/Accommodation Viator $ 89
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Flights to Tel Aviv

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Typical prices for Transportation in Tel Aviv are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Tel Aviv, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.

• Local Bus to Central Bus Station ₪ 5.90
• Taxi to Airport ₪ 150

Food Budget in Tel Aviv

While meal prices in Tel Aviv can vary, the average cost of food in Tel Aviv is $28 (₪104) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Tel Aviv should cost around $11 (₪41) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Tel Aviv is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.

• Food 2 Meals for one day $ 28 ₪ 104

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What did other people spend on Food in Tel Aviv?

Typical prices for Food in Tel Aviv are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Tel Aviv, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.

• Dinner for Two ₪ 84
• Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka ₪ 486
• Lunch at Segev Sarona ₪ 127
• Aroma Iced Coffee ₪ 14
• Lunch at the airport ₪ 118

Entertainment Budget in Tel Aviv

Entertainment and activities in Tel Aviv typically cost an average of $23 (₪85) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.

• Entertainment 1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc. $ 23 ₪ 85

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Tips and Handouts Budget in Tel Aviv

The average cost for Tips and Handouts in Tel Aviv is $2.64 (₪9.63) per day. The usual amount for a tip in Tel Aviv is 5% - 15% .

• Tips and Handouts 1 For guides or service providers $ 2.64 ₪ 9.63

Scams, Robberies, and Mishaps Budget in Tel Aviv

Unfortunately, bad things can happen on a trip. Well, you've just got to deal with it! The average price for a scam, robbery, or mishap in Tel Aviv is $1.72 (₪6.25), as reported by travelers.

• Scams, Robberies, and Mishaps 1 $ 1.72 ₪ 6.25

Alcohol Budget in Tel Aviv

The average person spends about $22 (₪81) on alcoholic beverages in Tel Aviv per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.

• Alcohol 2 Drinks for one day $ 22 ₪ 81
• Tel Aviv Craft Beers Pub Crawl Viator $ 42
• Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv Viator $ 24

Water Budget in Tel Aviv

On average, people spend $13 (₪46) on bottled water in Tel Aviv per day. The public water in Tel Aviv is considered safe to drink.

• Water 2 Bottled water for one day $ 13 ₪ 46

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Israel protests spark chaos in Tel Aviv as thousands call for Benjamin Netanyahu to resign

Protesters have taken to the streets to calf for a new prime minister as israel marks six months since hamas's bloody attack on the nation.

Protesters in Tel Aviv have called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resign amid chaotic scenes in the city. Thousands of people have taken to the streets with clashes between demonstrators and police, according to media reports.

It comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was branded a "narcissist" by a former Israel Defense Forces (IDF) general, who raged: "The sooner he goes, the better it will be for Israel."

The Times of Israel has reported that at least one person was arrested by officers, but protesters then attempted to block their car.

Two women were also knocked down during the chaos, with images shared online which appear to show them on the ground being tended to by paramedics.

Some of the people on the march waved Israeli flags while others raised placards reading "Free Israel from..." with images of Netanyahu and other politicians.

Bonfires have also been lit along the route, with protesters marching to Begin Street, according to The Times of Israel. The street is one of Tel Aviv's main thoroughfares.

Footage reportedly from the protest appears to show a car ramming into people. Daily Express US has not been able to independently verify the video. Five people were reported injured.

News website Walla says tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets to demand the country's general election be brought forward. The protest in Tel Aviv is one of about 50 across Israel , according to the same publication.

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The protest comes as Israel marks six months since Hamas 's bloody attack in the south of the country on October 7.

Netanyahu has vowed to both eliminate Hamas and bring all the hostages back, but he's made little progress.

He faces pressure to resign and the US has threatened to scale back its support over the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Israelis have divided into two main camps: those who want the government to put the war on hold and free the hostages and others who think the hostages are an unfortunate price to pay for eradicating Hamas .

The war is dragging on with no end in sight and no serious hostage deal on the table.

Israel says more than 130 hostages remain, with about a quarter of those believed dead, and divisions are deepening in the country over the best way to bring them home.

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In a statement reported to have been issued by the organisers of the protest, and translated from Hebrew into English, they said the fate of Netanyahu and his government are "obstacles" to an election and the return of the remaining hostages.

They said: "Don't talk to us about total victory. This is empty propaganda aimed at the continuation of the war. We don't believe in these concepts anymore. They hit us hard, we hit back even more. It's time for decisions."

Einav Tsengaukar, who Walla reported as the mother of a hostage, told the publication: "I promised you Prime Minister. I stand by my word unlike you.

"As long as you wait and the abductees rot in Gaza, I will continue to persecute you along with this nation."

Figures show that six months into the war 33,137 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza, of these 13,000 were children.

About 1,200 people have perished in Israel. A total of 456 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank and a further 343 people have lost their lives in Lebanon.

Netanyahu set two objectives at the outset of the war: to destroy Hamas and bring home the hostages. Despite his repeated pledges to achieve "total victory", his goals remain elusive.

After steadily conquering most of Gaza in a bruising offensive, Israeli ground troops are in a holding pattern marked by small, tactical operations and uncertainty over whether the army will march into the southern Gaza city of Rafah, Hamas ’s last significant stronghold.

Israel's prime minister has repeatedly vowed to invade Rafah, but he faces broad international opposition, including from the United States, because of the hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians sheltering there.

He claims to have a plan to evacuate the civilians, but it isn't clear whether it is ready or would satisfy Washington.

At the same time, Israel hasn't been able to halt the daily attacks it faces on its northern front from the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. In contrast to Hamas , Hezbollah’s much larger arsenal remains intact, leaving the fate of tens of thousands of uprooted civilians on both sides of the border up in the air.

The tensions have threatened to drag in Hezbollah’s sponsor, Iran, especially after an airstrike widely attributed to Israel killed two Iranian generals in neighboring Syria this week.

Initially, Israel enjoyed broad international support following the October 7 massacre, which was the deadliest attack against Jews since the Holocaust. But that goodwill has been replaced by impatience and outrage as conditions in Gaza worsen.

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Turkish Airlines Cancels Flights To Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport Until March 2025

• Turkish Airlines has extended the suspension of flights to Tel Aviv until March 2025.
• Up to six airlines flew between Israel and Turkey last year, but flights were suspended in October.
• Despite political conflicts, several airlines have resumed flights to Israel.

Turkish Airlines has reportedly canceled all flights to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) until March 2025. After suspending flights following the outbreak of the war, the Istanbul-based carrier was expected to return to Israel later this year, but the suspension has been extended by another five months.

Flights suspended for another year

Turkish Airlines initially suspended flights to Israel on October 10, citing the unstable situation in the country. It noted that flights would be halted "until further notice" but later announced that it would return in October 2024. However, Globes found that all flights between Istanbul and Tel Aviv, previously available for booking, have been canceled until March 2025. Turkish Airlines had not been available for comment at the time of publishing.

There are currently no airlines operating direct flights from Tel Aviv to Istanbul. Given Turkish Airlines' extensive international network, its absence from the market, combined with the airlines that stopped flying between the two countries, has impacted air travel from Tel Aviv. Istanbul had been an essential connecting point for passengers traveling from Israel to various destinations worldwide.

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Flights between Israel and Turkey

Last year, flights between Israel and Turkey had significantly increased as the two countries strengthened diplomatic ties. In February 2023, Israeli airlines resumed flights to Turkey after a 16-year hiatus, with all three major carriers operating scheduled services. Israir operated the first flight on February 23, connecting Tel Aviv to Istanbul with an Airbus A320. Arkia followed shortly after, and then El Al in March 2023.

This was expected to boost tourism between the two countries, with Israel's Foreign Minister estimating that approximately 1 million Israelis would visit Turkey by the end of the year, representing a 25% increase from 2022. However, the positive developments were halted when the conflict started in October. At the time, the following airlines were operating flights between Israel and Turkey:

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• Turkish Airlines

According to data from Cirium , an aviation analytics company, September 2023 (the last full month before the conflict) saw an average of 172 weekly flights , with some days having as many as 12 services each way. As expected, Istanbul (IST)-Tel Aviv was the busiest route, with up to 70 weekly flights . This was followed by Istanbul (SAW)-Tel Aviv with 45 weekly , and Antalya-Tel Aviv with 43 weekly flights . Other routes connected the Israeli city to Izmir, Bodrum, Dalaman, and Trabzon.

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Turkish Airlines had by far the most flights from Turkey to Israel, with 96 weekly operations . The carrier currently flies to over 293 international destinations in more than 130 countries, making it the leading carrier for international connections. Last month, it launched flights to Australia and also returned to Libya after nearly ten years.

Airlines returning to Israel

As seen in Israel and other territories, political conflict and war can have severe impacts on air travel and a country's connectivity with the rest of the world. Last year, several other airlines immediately suspended flights to Israel, citing security concerns. Similarly, El Al discontinued some of its international routes, including Johannesburg , which had been served since the 1950s.

However, several airlines have returned to Israel, providing essential connections to Tel Aviv. This includes Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines , SWISS, Air India, and easyJet. The US "big three" also announced their return to Israel , with United resuming flights last month. Delta will return in June 2024, while American Airlines returns later in October.

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