Location: Haifa
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Haifa (Hebrew: חֵיפָה Hefa [χei̯ˈfa, ˈχai̯fa]; Arabic: حيفا Hayfa) is the third-largest city in Israel – after Jerusalem and Tel Aviv– with a population of 279,591 in 2016. The city of Haifa forms part of the Haifa metropolitan area, the second- or third-most populous metropolitan area in Israel. It is home to the Bahá'í World Centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a destination for Bahá'í pilgrims.
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1. The Baha'i Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,689 reviews
Extending from the summit of Mount Carmel, this magnificent garden features 19 terraces and its centerpiece, the gold-domed Shrine of the Bab, which contains the tomb of Siyyad Ali Muhammed.
Reviewed By 306fareedh - Palestinian Territories, null
A beautiful and high place that extends from Benjerion Street in Haifa until it slopes upward to the Carmel Mountains, a place with very beautiful flowers and it is very clean and you feel comfortable inside, and it is considered a religious shrine for the Baha'i religion, which is one of the monotheistic religions and the founder of this religion, Hussein Al-Nuri from Iran, and it is located inside the garden The seat of the House of Justice of the Baha'i Faith
2. Madatech-Israel National Museum of Science, Technology, and Space
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 548 reviews
This museum, through interactive exhibits and its Education Center, teaches a range of science concepts including mechanics, electricity, magnetism, optics, acoustics, robotics, aeronautics and communication.
Reviewed By MishaGor - Ramat Gan, Israel
We have spent the entire day there, time flies when you are having fun The attractions are great for kids, but also the parents enjoy them very much and even learn new stuff here and there
3. Clandestine Immigration and Naval Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
This museum tells the story of the struggles over the right to live in Israel and the history of the Israeli Navy through library archives, models, photos, diagrams and light & sound presentations.
Reviewed By nechamas2015 - Miami Beach, United States
I took my kids here at the end of the summer. they range in age from 9-24. we were all fascinated by the stories told by the very passionate and well-spoken young people who work here. admission was very reasonable as we were all one family and were charged as such. it took about 2 hours to go through. we heard the stories of the 'exodus' and other ships that tried to sneak Jews into what is now the State of Israel in the 1940s, during and after WWII. there are all sorts of relics here, pictures, hulls of ships and even the entire "Af al pi chen" boat that succeeded in entering the area. our guide spoke a great english and held all of our attention without fail. my kids were so excited to see all the cool maritime stuff- submarines that we could walk though, missile launchers, cool sonar equipment. they close quite early and were eager to leave on time, we could have stayed longer to wander around the old ships but we were shooed out by the guard at 4 o'clock, I believe. there are bathrooms on premises and vending machines with snacks and drinks but no gift shop or snack bar. I highly recommend a visit to this off-the-beaten-track museum.
4. Stella Maris Lighthouse and Carmelite Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 361 reviews
Serving as a pilgrimage centre, this impressive church of the Carmelite Order houses a collection of antiques and its nearby monastery once served as a hospital for Napoleon’s soldiers.
Reviewed By ECLadines - Paranaque, Philippines
Had a simple and quiet lunch here at the monastery arranged by our pilgrimage operator. This after mass by our group and visiting the church itself with a statue of Virgin Mary venerated by many Catholics here. A cave underneath the altar is the statue of Prophet Elijah who had lived here for sometime. If you want to experience some solitude, this place in Haifa is the place to be.
5. Dado Beach
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4.5 based on 348 reviews
Reviewed By DaliborKovac
Great beach! Gigantic amounts of sand, free parking, showers, toiletts, lifeguards, excellent water temperature(early october), big waves keep coming, and theres enough of those artificial shade makers for everyone to find a free place under.
6. Yefe Nof Street
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4.5 based on 444 reviews
Reviewed By marilynps - Haifa, Israel
This a street that is worthy of a slow walk as you have wonderful views of all of haifa facing the port and the coast up t o the lebanon border. You can see the hills of Lebanon and the hermon and the Western Galilee. You also can view the upper part of the Bahai gardens and enter from this street.
7. The German Colony
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4.5 based on 968 reviews
Reviewed By spenny56
Interesting history, beautiful architecture and lots of restaurants to choose from, if you’re in Haifa it’s a must see.
8. Louis Promenade
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4.5 based on 716 reviews
Reviewed By Deventernaar - Deventer, The Netherlands
We need to take taxi Louis Promenade because on Saturday there is minimum public transportation. The driver was very kind. On the way up he explained some highlights we passed. The promenade has an excellent view.. We did a nice walk and enjoyed the atmosphere.
9. Carmel National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
The Hay-Bar on the Carmel is devoted to the raising of endangered and extinct animals of the region and possible re-introduction to the wild. The park maintains breeding cells of Persian fallow deer (Dama dama mesopotamica), roe deer (capreolus capreolus), as well as various types of vultures and other raptors, which are also part of the re-introduction and re-acclimatization program.
Reviewed By LaceyTaylor83 - Wichita Falls, United States
Beautiful views from atop the Carmel mountain range, where Elijah called down fire from heaven in a showdown with Ahab and his god Baal. Small gift shop with snacks. Hiking and bike trails available.
10. Hanging Bridge at Nesher Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 209 reviews
Reviewed By vesperav - Haifa, Israel
The best attraction to "rattle your nerves" if you are afraid of height. The views are great. But they are in Nesher, not in Haifa. Bridges are closed on a rainy day for the sake of safety
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