Location: Safed
Top Things to do in Safed
Top 10 Museums 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. Otzar Hastam of Tzfat
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Otzar HaSTam is a hands-on, multimedia experience that brings Judaism to life. Situated on a mountaintop with breathtaking views of the Galilee and the Kineret, our state-of-the-art center offers a variety of activities and attractions, and is the ideal starting point for your tours of Tzfat and the surrounding area.
2. Yom Tov Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 28 reviews
We are an art gallery in the center of the Tzfat Israel Artist Colony. We sell original paintings, drawings, sculptures, fine art prints, posters, t-shirts, and more! The art gallery features the art of (married couple) Yom Tov Blumenthal & Elinor Bracha Blumenthal. Yom Tov's art is quite surreal with a Jewish twist, while Elinor's art expresses the true gentle beauty of Israel. You can see the gallery website to read their biographies. Yom Tov Art Gallery is also know as "Weapons & Puppies"! What started just as a joke by Yom Tov, has turned into an advertising phenomenon. Weapons And Puppies has become one of the Yom Tov Art Galleries trademarks and logos, and now is officially the alternate gallery name.
3. Olive Tree Fine Art Gallery
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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.
4. Yakobson
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Israeli Famous artist Aharon Yakobson Fine art Gallery. Original art works for sale, Judaic, Jewish holidays, Safed and other Jewish places landscapes, Olive trees, music and other themes
5. Sarah's Tent Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Sarah's Tent Art Fine Gallery Tzfat is a stylish and elegant art gallery located in the Old City of Safed. It showcases some of Israel's most world-renowned artists. It is located in a 400 Year Old Historic building that has beautiful architecture. Our large collection of art features paintings, sculptures, metal art and a wide range of modern Judaica. Some of the artists that we feature: Avi Ben-Simhon, David Gerstein, Yaacov Agam, Gadi Fraiman, Adriana Naveh, Yuval Mahler and much more.
Reviewed By julieB2539DL - Westport, United States
There is so much to see in Tzfat that is beautiful. That being said Sara’s Tent is the gallery I return to again and again. The art sings with creativity and beauty. There is so much that pleases the eye and the soul. The owners are also great to work with. They send promptly and help in so many ways. The jewelry is breathtaking. Of all the galleries, Sara’s Tent stands out. You will have a hard time deciding what should come home with you. I look at a painting I bought almost three years ago. Not a day goes by when I dont look at it and feel incredible joy. Have fun!!!
6. Sheva Chaya Glassblowing Gallery
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4.5 based on 72 reviews
Come see the amazing art of live glass blowing! Professional artist, Sheva Chaya utilizes glassblowing demonstrations and her lively watercolor paintings to inspire and delight your senses. Whilst demonstrating glass blowing, she also touches on inspiring mystical concepts which form a basis for her work. Bring your family or group (up to 50 people!) for an inspirational and fascinating glassblowing demonstration! It is best to call or email in advance to set an appointment for a demo! Small and large group presentation topics include: The Kabbalah of Glassblowing, The Precious Land of Israel, Expressionist Watercolor, and Women's Wisdom.
Reviewed By dustythoughts - Manchester, United States
I didn't know a lot about glassblowing before coming here, but thought that it would be fascinating to learn more about it, especially in a place that knows so much about it and makes such beautiful glasswork. They walked us through the process and showed us how to make different pieces of glass art, and the final artwork is so breathtakingly beautiful that I was afraid to touch anything.
7. 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.
8. Leon Gallery
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Art Gallery by the artist Leon Azoulay Micro calligraphy ,original Jewish work , The beauty of the Bible
9. Meiri House Museum
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By jsavElizabeth
The Meiri family are a 6-generation Tzfat family who also own a boutique cheese factory near this museum. Their family pictures and the pictures and artifacts of their friends and neighbors throughout the years from approx. 1837 through the early and middle 1900s are in this museum. There are some rooms designed similarly to how real rooms might have looked and samples of clothing worn by real people over the years. There is furniture, household utensils and machines, and other daily life artifacts that give a visitor the feeling that he/she has become part of Tzfat's history. This is an intimate, smaller museum, but you can easily spend 1-2 hours exploring it.
10. Camus Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By HolyChutzpanit
This is my favorite place to shop in all of Israel both for myself and for gifts. They have the best art, jewelry, and judaica designers. Every time I visit I can't help but buy another piece to add to my collection. The prices reflect the quality and craftsmanship that go into each piece. I also love visiting and catching up with the artist and her family, they are really wonderful people. I highly recommend this gallery!
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