Location: Safed
Top Things to do in Safed
8 Sights & Landmarks in Safed That You Shouldn't Miss
Safed (Hebrew: צְפַת Tsfat, Ashkenazi: Tzfas, Biblical: Ṣ'fath; Arabic: صفد, Ṣafad) is a city in the Northern District of Israel. Located at an elevation of 900 metres (2,953 ft), Safed is the highest city in the Galilee and in Israel. Due to its high elevation, Safed experiences warm summers and cold, often snowy, winters.
Restaurants in Safed
1. Bat Ya'ar Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 125 reviews
The BBQ restaurant for the cowboyz of Biriya forest. The restaurant's windows overlook the Hula Valley and the Hermon, and the table serves a t-bon steak, sirloin or hamburger, the Vegetarians will settle for quiches. Because of the location of the ranch in nature, we would like you to inform us in advance of special needs.
Reviewed By Nadeenamir
It’s recommended that you visit this meat restaurant it’s very good. We enjoyed every minute there! The food was great and the staff were very pleasant.
2. The Old City of Safed
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 500 reviews
Reviewed By Savtasu - Jerusalem, Israel
The old city of Safed should be seen on a damp winter’s day with mist swirling around the tiny stone houses, or an hour before sunset on a sunny day when the light is golden. Home of the Kabbalah in the sixteenth century, it is still home to lots of cranks and saints. One of the four holy cities of the Holy Land, while Tiberias on the lake is water, Hebron tomb of the patriarchs is earth, Jerusalem which was burned is fire, Safed is air, the spirit. Some of the houses are crumbling away, others have been renewed. Just wander and look. And talk to people .
3. Abuhav Synagogue
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By K264RGsusanb
This synagogue is a must visit for any person seeking a spiritual environment for their prayers. The atmosphere is respectful and the prayers conducted with the emphasis on maximizing spirituality amidst like minded indiviudals. We attended the first prayer services at dawn and found the synagogue to be the perfect place for soulful connection and the synagogue itself a beautiful reminder of all the magnificent synagogues which represent the magnetic attraction to Safad as one of the holiest cities in Israel
4. The Ashkenazi HaAri Synagogue
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By dustythoughts - Manchester, United States
This gorgeous synagogue - and one of the oldest in Israel - is wonderfully historical and spiritual. It is related to Rabbi Isaac Luria (acronym: Ari) and combines a deeply-rooted history with religious centering and Jewish mysticism. It's gorgeously built and decorated, and takes you back in time several centuries. Try to come here with a tour guide to learn more about the history.
5. The Sephardic Synagogue of the Ari
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By dustythoughts - Manchester, United States
This 16th-century synagogue, built in the memory of Rabbi Isaac Luria (known by his acronym, Ari), is centering, spiritual, and calming amidst the bustle. It's gorgeously built without being overwhelming, and is a calm place to pray and reflect. Try to come here with a tour guide who will explain the history and religious significance of the synagogue - we did, and we learned a lot.
6. Tzfat Gallery of Mystical Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Contemporary Kabbalah paintings by Tzfat artist Avraham Loewenthal. Avraham moved to Israel over 20 years ago from Michigan. He lives with his wife and children in the Old City Artist Quarter of Tzfat, where he studies the spiritual learning of the Kabbalah and paints. Avraham’s extremely inspirational artwork expresses universal spiritual concepts of the Kabbalah. The Tzfat Gallery of Mystical Art is Avraham’s gallery and work studio. It is located in the center of the Old City Artist Quarter of Tzfat. Avraham meets with travellers and groups visiting Tzfat to discuss the paintings and the concepts of the Kabbalah which inspire his work. Avraham’s paintings are enjoyed throughout the world. Groups visiting Tzfat are welcome to come for an “Introduction to Kabbalah through Art” presentation. Many visitors have expressed that this presentation was one of the highlights of their trip in Israel. Please reserve a time for your group in advance.
7. Yosef Caro Synagogue
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By ronkav - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
This place was a vortex of energy having been the office and home of Rabbi Yoseph Karo who systematically codified all of Jewish Law. The synagogue is absolutely beautiful with plush cushions overlooking the paronamic views of mountains. If you have a chance I highly suggest you ask the owner to see the cave below which was the actual house and study room of this spiritual giant. I feel so indebted and privileged to have gone here and really excited for my next trip back.
8. Davidka Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
Outdoors in public square across from (bullet-hole ridden) former British Police Station that was the scene of a critical battle during Israel's War of Independence, commemorating the brave, greatly-outnumbered Hagannah members who gained control of the historically-Jewish city after the exiting British handed the police station, and other strategic spots, to the local Arabs determined to drive the Jews from their historic homeland. A fitting memorial with audio presentation and striking visuals.
Reviewed By KMKenroute1 - Portland, United States
A public square commemorating the brave battle fought by the (badly-outnumbered) Hagannah forces seeking to retain control of the historically Jewish and strategically important city of Safed at the start of the War of Independence. The departing British handed control of the city's strongholds, like the police station on the square, directly to the Arabs seeking to drive the Jews from their historic homeland. Driving the large, well-armed Arab forces from this strategic location cost many brave Hagannah members their lives, and played a huge role in Israel holding the Northern Galilee region. The square has several informative plaques, a 5-8 minute long audio narration in several languages, a great view of the valley below, and above all, the un-repaired and bullet-ridden exterior of the old police station, and remaining part of the wall surrounding it. It also features a model of the Davidka - an artillery piece created by the seriously under-armed Jews that actually caused little carnage, but made such extraordinary noise that it led many of the armed Arabs to flee. The area is entirely out of doors, so is presumably accessible beyond normal business hours. A worthwhile addition to any trip to Safed.
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