Location: Afula
Top Things to do in Afula
10 Things to Do in Afula That You Shouldn't Miss
Afula (Hebrew: עֲפוּלָה, Arabic: العفولة) is a city in the Northern District of Israel, often known as the "Capital of the Valley" due to its strategic location in the Jezreel Valley. In 2016 the city had a population of 47,014.
Restaurants in Afula
1. Skytrek Hot Air Balloon Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 24 reviews
We provide extraordinary flights in a Hot Air Balloon over Israel. Join us at Sunrise and enjoy a trip over the beautiful area between Mnt. Gilboa and Mnt. Tavor together with your family or friends, followed by an exclusive breakfast picnic. If you are part of a group that requires an aerial observation over one of Israel's many Holy attractions we will lift you 100 meters above it.
Reviewed By UriZ2 - Kfar Saba, Israel
Yesterday we (parents + two youngsters) went for a baloon ride with Skytrek. It's a great experience. The crew are very professional and very nice. They really like their customers! Everything is carefully planned so there's not a dull moment. After the ride, while the crew were folding the baloon we were served breakfast, and they gave us photos of us in the baloon.
Take the early morning ride. Then you'll have the rest of the day to travel through this beautiful region.
2. International Center Mary of Nazareth
Overall Ratings
5 based on 492 reviews
Let Mary be your guide to Jesus through the Scriptures. - A one-hour multimedia show in 11 languages, (HE,FR,AR,EN,IT,ES,PL,RU,PT,DE,JP) - Three 30' movies to deepen the mystery of Mary (16 languages)- Chapel- Gardens roof with a breathtaking view of old Nazareth- Archeological site : ruins of a house from Jesus'time- Cafeteria Opening hours : Monday - Saturday: 9:30-12:00 AM and 2:30-5:00 PM.Private booking available at any time.Fees : donation 50 NIS
Reviewed By IAdivers - IA
Most amazing place. Excellent educational opportunity and very informative. First class lunch prepared onsite by the kindest and most sincere French nuns. Would certainly be among the first places to visit upon a return journey to the Holy Land. Visit and feel blessed.
3. Mount Tabor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By GURMANDUL - Bucharest, Romania
A challenging drive up hill ending in a most inspiring and tranquil place, full of ancient History, and Religious awe...The views of the Galilee from the top are marvelous, and the location already invoked in Bible stories some 3100 years old is indeed overwhelming in its majesty...
4. Ma'ayan Harod National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
A refreshing recreational park at the foot of Mt. Gilboa, where the Harod spring rises in a cave and flows into a stream. On the slope above, overlooking the valley, is the family grave of Yehoshua and Olga Hankin next to their small home, which tells their life story.
Reviewed By Brian N - Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota
This is a combination historical site/swimming pool/recreation area. This is the place where Gideon chose the 300 men as told in the Bible.
The Ma'ayan Harod is a nature reserve. There is a large pool (the second largest pool in Israel) but it was closed when we were there because it was off season, large lawns, a picnic area, and eucalyptus trees. The site also exhibits archaeological ruins including the remains of an ancient aqueduct and a memorial to soldiers who died fighting on Mt. Gilboa during the War of Independence. Above the cave is the home of Yehoshua Hankin, the "Redeemer of the Valley" who purchased a great deal of land in Northern Israel -this was also closed and I do not know if it is still operational. We went to see Gideon's Spring, and we were glad to have found it.
5. Zippori National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
Reviewed By Howard P - Charleston, South Carolina
As in most Israeli national parks there is a small entrance fee. The site dates from Roman era with a variety of sites within the park. There are some very well preserved mosaics including some in the Synagogue. There are rest rooms & gift shop. The brochure with your entrance fee is very good and helps in explaining the different ruins with in the park. Recommend. Hope this helps.
6. Gazit Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
Who can ride at Gazit ranch? We offer a variety of trails such as Romantic trails for couples, including picnics, family rides and large groups (up to 10 people) starting the age of 6. You can take our one hour trail or even go riding with us for a few days! Our horses are calm and suitable for the beginner and the of Izrael experienced rider. this trail takes you out the fields of Israel
Reviewed By Yoramel - Afula, Israel
לכל מי שאוהב/חלם לדהור על סוסים אל השקיעה .. זה המקום.
קבלת פנים חמה, יחס נעים ומאיר פנים, הסוסים מאולפעם ורגועים מושלם לטיול משפחתי ברחבי הגלבוע
7. Gan Garoo - Australian Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Gan-Garoo Australian Park - a unique attraction containing wildlife and vegetation from far-off Australia. Gan-Garoo is home to free-roaming kangaroos of various types that you can pet and hand-feed; a parrot sanctuary where you can feed the birds from juicy fruit skewers. In the zoo's Australian farm you'll encounter farm animals characteristic of the Australian continent. There are petting corners where mini-goats are fed and groomed plus an assortment of other interesting animals - adorable koalas, cassowary, emu, flying foxes, reptiles and more...
Reviewed By avipiti - Hod HaSharon, Israel
Kids love feeding and petting the Kangaroos, parrots, sheep, and goats at this zoo. Beware that in the summer it can get extremely hot. The new dinosaur exhibit is very nice, and provides a very good introduction to those extinct animals. The zoo is located right next to Gan HaShlosha natural pools.
8. Franciscan Wedding Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Maria Selma C - Sydney, Australia
A Holy Church to renew your wedding vows. The Franciscan Wedding Church located in Cana, Galilee, Israel is the site of the first miracle worked by Jesus at a wedding held there where he blessed the water and it turned into wine. The Chapel for renewing wedding vows is peaceful and spiritual and a very good place to get in touch with your inner selves and each other and renew your commitment to married life. Prior booking is essential and group bookings receive preference. After receiving a blessing, certificates can be purchased from the Piety Stall for 5 - 10 American Dollars as a memento.
9. Bet Alpha Sinagogue National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Ann C - Nashville, Tennessee
Do not go out of your way to visit this park as there is not a lot to see however there is a VERY well preserved mosaic floor with a 12-panel zodiac circle- we have seen a few of these in our travels however this one is WELL preserved unlike the others.
The mosaic floor is accented with a 10 minute video explaining in detail what the mosaic flooring depicts.
10. The Church of the Annunciation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Built on the grotto where Mary is believed to have lived and the Site of the Annunciation, this basilica houses a collection of excavated remnants of churches from the Crusader and Byzantine eras.
Reviewed By Karen R - Baltimore, Maryland
The Annunciation has religious and spiritual significance for me, therefore I looked forward to my visit to the church commemorating this event. I loved the paintings of the Blessed Virgin representing most of the countries in the world. The contribution from the USA was especially interesting since it combined painting and sculpture.
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