Location: Safed
Top Things to do in Safed
The 10 Best Things to do in Safed, Northern District
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. Olive Tree Fine Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 78 reviews
The Olive Tree Art Gallery is a centrally located gallery displaying 85 of the best artists in Safed and all of Israel. Amongst the artists, one is able to experience a wide range of creative expression from many unique and original styles with themes from the Torah, the Kabbalah, and an interesting blend of worldly influences merging with Jewish symbolism. Our unique collection is composed of spirituality, humor, and modern Judaica, including special two and three dimensional artworks, paintings, sculptures, decoupage, souvenirs, pottery, jewelry and much more. All of the artists displayed are one-of-a-kind creations exuding lively, colorful and joyous energy that will illuminate every home with love. The gallery is located between the Jewish Quarter and the old (previously the)Arab Quarter in the center of the Old City of Safed, Kikar Sade. We look forward to seeing you on your next visit to Israel. The Olive Tree Gallery
Reviewed By ValleG994 - Zaragoza, Spain
On a recent trip to Israel I discovered the charming village of Safed, full of art galleries and cozy corners. I purchased a painting which I fell in love with, at Olive Tree Fine Art Gallery and they arranged air-shipment to Spain in less than a week. Thanks for an excellent service, I´d love to come back.
2. The Abouhav Winery
3. 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.
4. Soul and Art Fine Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By anitarosenfield2 - Sedona, United States
When I first walked into the Gallery and met Moshe, he immediately took me back to see the Chagalls and, even more impressively, truly emotive, exquisite sculptures by Holocaust survivor Nicky Imber, whose uncle Naftali Herz Imber wrote "Hatikva," the National Anthem of Israel. The depth of emotion evoked by these pieces speaks to the hearts of anyone wishing to overcome the pain of the past and look to the hope (hatikva) of the future. A limited number of sculptures were cast and the proceeds go to mentor young Israeli artists. Beyond the Imbers and Chagalls, the gallery is filled with exciting and beautiful works--large and small--from local Tsfat artists.
5. The Tzfat Kabbalah Experience
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
6. 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 .
7. 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
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
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