Location: Tel Aviv
Top Things to do in Tel Aviv
Top 10 Free Things to do in Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv District
A youthful, modern metropolis with a diverse population, Tel Aviv dates back only to 1909. Clubs, bars, a thriving arts community, gay life and beaches attract artists, musicians and young professionals to Tel Aviv's more secular scene. Its UNESCO-designated Bauhaus architecture has won the city the moniker "The White City." Walk, drive or catch cabs between the cultural exhibition pavilions of Haaretz Museum, historic Independence Hall Museum, bustling Carmel Market and Old Jaffa's boardwalk.
Restaurants in Tel Aviv
1. 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.
2. Kikar Kedumim-Old Jaffa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 162 reviews
Kikar Kedumim- old Jaffa,(the Main square) where you can find Ilan Adar's Art studio + Gallery 12 Jaffa Located in the Center of Considered the focal point of Old Jaffa, this central square features a visitor's center containing ancient relics from local excavations. one of the most amazing Sea View you can get. Welcome
Reviewed By kamakshi2015 - Bengaluru, India
Coming here proved to be an enjoyable outing for the he family . The open spaces of the old city cane to light and the walking around here was rewarding . The kids hung around and we all felt rested . The old history around it and s scattered and makes an interesting skyline for a memorable picture perfect click !
3. 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!
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Jaffa Old City
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10,467 reviews
Reviewed By E-BOURCIER - Paris, France
Exciting & historical place to see The clock tower is so beautiful There is a bridge (with zodiac signs decorated on it) which is so beautiful with sea view The creators' and craftsman's shops are marvellous. I recommend this district to every traveller.
7. Tel Aviv Marina and Sea Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By dustythoughts - Manchester, United States
This beautiful marina is a fantastic way to spend an afternoon (or a whole day, if you're so inclined). Walk along the marina, enjoy the spectacular view of the Mediterranean Sea, watch a sunset, go for a swim in the warm water of a bordering beach, or simply people-watch while you enjoy a fresh drink at one of the many bars along the marina. This is also a popular place for people to go for a run or bike-ride. Everything is very clean, which is nice - not all marinas are well-maintained. Keep in mind that with the temperatures soaring in warmer months, it gets incredibly busy and there are crowds of people here, so plan your visit accordingly. We like coming here later in the afternoon, once the crowds have started to disperse a little bit. Also, some of the restaurants are pricey, although that seems to be the norm for most marinas as restaurants capitalize on prime real estate.
8. Ben-Gurion House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 337 reviews
Ben-Gurion House invites visitors to experience a personal and unmediated meeting with Ben-Gurion's memory ,his way of life and activities. This visit is recommended for all children and adults, personal visits and organized tours. Audio-Guide is available in 6 languages: English, French, Russian, Spanish, Arabic & Hebrew. Organized tours receive instruction by the staff of the house while private visits are aided by written explanations in different languages. All visitors enjoy an audio-visual display and a film portraying the life of Ben-Gurion. The exhibits at the house include documentary-historical (photographs and documents) material. The purpose of the exhibit is to focus the visitor on the various subjects in the house and to highlight the personal and public aspects of David Ben- Gurion.
Reviewed By wpgjet51 - Calgary, Canada
Great insight into the first prime minister of Israel. Very interesting to see how modestly a prime minister lived.
9. Neve Tzedek
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,082 reviews
Filled with a maze of narrow winding streets, this picturesque neighborhood is considered one of Tel Aviv’s major cultural areas where the Frederic Mann Auditorium, Helena Rubinstein Art Museum and Israel’s Habima Theater are located.
Reviewed By NickDavis
We tended to focus on Shabazi Street which runs through heart of the neighbourhood although did also check out some side streets. Shabazi has lots of boutique shops over wide range from jewellery to artists and general stores and clothing plus some restaurants and Anita gelato ice cream The western end adjoins a children's play area and one of the Tel Aviv dog parks. Always lots of people to see and noticed several tour groups being shown round each day.
10. Levinsky Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By alangan
Ilana, a tour guide with "Delicious Israel," took a group of us on a fantastic tour of Levinski Market in Tel Aviv. She personally knew most of the merchants, and arranged for incredible tastings at a variety of unique, wonderful food stands, shops and restaurants. Ilana is clearly an extremely informed foodie, as well as a highly enthusiastic tour leader. Our time with Ilana at Levinski was one of the highlights of my recent trip to Israel; I highly recommend her for any of the many tours she leads in Tel Aviv.
