City: Israel
Top Things to do in Israel
Top Hotels in Israel
- 1. Royal Beach Tel - Aviv
- 2. Dan Eilat Hotel
- 3. Fabric Hotel Tel Aviv - an Atlas Boutique Hotel
- 4. Jerusalem International YMCA, Three Arches Hotel
- 5. Isrotel Dead Sea Hotel & Spa
- 6. 65 Hotel Rothschild Tel Aviv - An Atlas Boutique Hotel
- 7. The American Colony Hotel
- 8. Shalom Hotel & Relax Tel Aviv - an Atlas Boutique Hotel
- 9. Oasis Spa Club Hotel
- 10. Port and Blue TLV Suites Hotel
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Israel, Israel
Coordinates: 31°N 35°E / 31°N 35°E / 31; 35
Restaurants in Israel
1. Old City of Jerusalem
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13,928 reviews
Characterized by narrow, winding streets and alleyways, this ancient part of the city is filled with shrines and attractions holy to Jews, Christians and Muslims including the Western Wall, Temple Mount and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Reviewed By BoardingPass7860
Must see sights - Mount Of Olives, Gethsemane, Via Dolorosa, etc. Bezalel Hotel had book that mapped out walking tour of the city from all different directions so you can explore all the must-see sights of the city on your own.
2. Ramon Crater
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,078 reviews
Reviewed By Travels-with-Claire
The Ramon Crater is truly a world wonder. Located in the Negev desert, approximately 2-2.5 hours south of Tel Aviv, it rivals the Grand Canyon in sheer scope and beauty. There are many jeep tours offered but we opted to simply drive down into the crater ourselves and hiked the well marked trails on our own. The vistas are simply beautiful and even the pictures do not do justice the the sheer beauty. As an unexpected but delightful 'add -on', we were able to see a family of magnificent Ibex, up close and personal. It was awe inspiring when the extraordinary horns first appeared on top of a cliff. More extraordinary was to see the family descent the vertical rock face with ease, cross the highway, and go wander into the crater. They are clearly accustomed to people and even from a practically touching distance, they exhibited neither aggression nor fear. Indeed, they seemed quite patient in personality. How beautiful to see them against the backdrop of the crater. Tip: Particularly in the wintertime, the Negev Desert and Ramon Crater can be prone to unexpected flash floods. At the very least, they can wash out roads that prohibit entry into the crater. At their worst, it has been documented that the floods can sweep away people and vehicles and there have been fatalities as a result. Exercise caution and check weather reports. Otherwise, do not miss this simply glorious area!
3. Ramat HaNadiv
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 443 reviews
Reviewed By israroz - Ra'anana, Israel
Ganei HaNadiv (Ramat HaNadiv) is the name of the gardens that in my opinion, are the most beautiful gardens in Israel. Amazing, well-kept, and most spectacular gardens. The gardens are a memorial site to Baron Edmund de Rothschild and his wife, and in the center of the gardens is the tomb where their bones, which were brought to Israel in 1954, were buried. The tomb cave was hewn in the highest rocky area in the complex and around it are located stylish gardens on various topics such as: the Rose Garden, the Palm Garden, the Waterfall Garden, the Engagement garden and the most special of them all, is the Scent Garden, intended mainly for the blinds. The gardens have an abundance of stunning vegetation, rest areas and picnic areas. Suitable for a trip with children. Spectacular views on one hand mountains in the east and on the west views to the sea. Highly recommended for spending days and evenings. NOT 2 B MISSED.
4. Western Wall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11,159 reviews
The remains of the Second Temple of Jerusalem and a place of prayer sacred to the Jewish people.
Reviewed By PeterWJr46 - Poughkeepsie, United States
It was hard to believe that part of the temple that existed when Our Lord walked the earth, is still there. The West Wall is sacred to the Jewish faith and a testament to the life of Our Savior and His teaching in this very temple. The wall, itself, is divided by a separation for men and for women. It was interesting to see how this divide is so prevalent in this religious atmosphere. Security was ever present around the entrances and within the courtyard leading to the West Wall. It is a holy site and should be treated as such.
5. Carmel Market (Shuk Ha'Carmel)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,663 reviews
Tel Aviv’s biggest and busiest marketplace is filled with colorful stalls and shouting vendors selling a variety of goods, from dried fruits and exotic spices to clothing and footwear.
Reviewed By NickDavis
Just minutes from our apartment Sao we visited several times during our stay. Closed Saturdays and daily closes at 5pm (winter time anyway) Always busy although actual volume of people varies (on 2 occasions daughter with grandson in pushchair gave up and walked along a parralel street as progress so slow due to crowds). Wares range from clothing to food with the latter being the main focus. So enjoyable to look at the stalls selling spices or nuts or fruits or Turkish baklava and other sweets and in late December many hanukah (Jewish festival of lights) related doughnuts and sesame seed cakes and the like. There are also some good falafel and other eaters in some of the side streets off of the main thoroughfare. Amazing atmosphere.
6. Dead Sea
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,362 reviews
Not only the lowest spot on earth, but also the saltiest and most mineral-laden body of water in the world, the Dead Sea, which joins Israel and Jordan, is legendary as a source of healing, and has become a popular center for health, rehabilitation and beauty treatments.
Reviewed By brads153 - North Vancouver, Canada
I really enjoyed this experience and recommend it to anyone. It's hard to stand up straight in the water without being forced on your back or front. The water was cool amd refreshing. And you don't really need sun screen as the UV rays don't have the same effect on you given that you are 429 metres below sea level. However, you need to know a few things. One, that the sea level as changed drastically over the last 30 years so you will need to go down over 100+ steps to reach the current shoreline. I didn't see any accessible facilities so do your due diligence and check all beach resort areas for accessibility. The shoreline has dropped 40 metres since the 1950s. Two, that there is no real beach per say, only low muddy/hard sandy areas where you can enter the water. The shoreline sand/mud is super hot so wear coral booties or flip flops as you will also need them when you wade in the water to protect your feet from small areas of sharp pebbles found here and there in the water. And three, when you slather on the rich Dead Sea mud onto your body, make sure that you completely wash it off. It gets everywhere and does stain clothing if still lingering in your beard or hair. And above all, make sure to keep your mouth closed and keep water from your eyes. It burns like hell.
7. 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
8. Yarkon River and Park Hayarkon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 751 reviews
Reviewed By 216kseniyar
Botanical gardens and large lawns, water park and lakes, sports facilities, two outdoor concert venues - such amazing area for relaxing!
9. Nachalat Binyamin Pedestrian Mall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,026 reviews
Reviewed By NaavaP - Tel Aviv, Israel
This pedestrian walk is home for some of old Tlv garment district and the eclectic style of building. On Tuesdays and Fridays it holds an arts and crafts fair which is an excellent place to get local art or a unique piece of jewelry as well as gifts for the ones at home. Enjoy street performers and sometimes live music or kids shows. It holds a mix of old and new, buildings, shops, cafes and restaurants. Don't miss out on the icecream place located halfway through the main drag.
10. Old Tel Aviv Port Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,643 reviews
Reviewed By addpro - Thornhill, Canada
Before the port of Ashdod, there was the port of Tel Aviv. Nowadays the big ships are gone (replaced by some sailboats), and it's a great place to visit for shopping, restaurants, skateboarding and fun.
TAGS
