Tourist Attractions in Tel Aviv

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Tel Aviv

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About Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv is known as one of the best seaside resorts in Israel. Moreover, the city is the business, cultural and economic centre of Israel, so it is constantly developing and transforming. In addition to magnificent beaches, Tel Aviv can offer tourists a fascinating sightseeing programme with visits to the ancient quarters of Jaffa, the old port and the picturesque Neve Tzedek district.

Tel Aviv is a dynamic and modern city that preserves old traditions and at the same time is open to new trends. Dozens of trendy clubs and restaurants await tourists on the city’s picturesque waterfront, the narrow stone streets of Jaffa are haunted by the ghosts of previous centuries, and the amazing collection of the Diaspora Museum is imbued with the spirit of the thousand-year wanderings of the Jewish people, who found their homeland only in the mid-20th century.

Top-20 Tourist Attractions in Tel Aviv

Old City

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Jaffa is one of the oldest cities in the world. The first settlements on its territory existed in the XVII-XVI centuries BC. The city flourished in the ancient era, but during the Jewish War it was destroyed. It was rebuilt under Emperor Vespasian. During the Arab rule and the subsequent Crusades, Jaffa continued to develop as an important port. In 1268 the city was destroyed by the troops of Sultan Beibars I, after which it lay in ruins for 400 years. In the middle of the 20th century, Jaffa was merged with Tel Aviv.

Tel Aviv Port

 4.5/5

8121 reviews

Tel Aviv’s maritime harbour operated from 1938 to 1965. After its closure, the harbour remained abandoned for thirty years until it was turned into a tourist area in the 1990s. Today, restaurants, shops and entertainment venues are open, and there are landscaped walking areas for visitors. An antique market is held once a week on the harbour.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Azrieli Center

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A modern complex consisting of three skyscrapers – a triangular tower (169 metres), a round tower (187 metres) and a square tower (154 metres). All structures were erected between 1996 and 2007. The complex was named in honour of D. Azrieli, an Israeli-born entrepreneur who was involved in the creation of the project. On the 49th floor of the round tower there is a panoramic observation deck, from where one can look at Tel Aviv from a height of 182 metres.

Neve Tzedek

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In the nineteenth century, the first Jewish settlement outside Jaffa was located in what is now the Neve Tzedek neighbourhood. The land for building houses was bought from the Muslims. Gradually emigrants from Europe came here and built their homes, so the streets began to resemble the neighbourhoods of Krakow, Munich and Prague at the same time. The neighbourhood fell into disrepair during the 20th century, but was revived again in the 1990s.

White City Residence

 3.8/5

17 reviews

A group of neighbourhoods in central Tel Aviv where the houses are predominantly white in colour. The main development of this part of the city was carried out in 1920-1950 in the then popular post-war Bauhaus style, which implies functionality, convenience and minimalism. The White City was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List as a monument of urban planning of the 20th century.

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Pagoda House

 4.4/5

184 reviews

The house was built in 1925, combining features of several architectural styles. The house was designed by A. Levy and built for a wealthy citizen M. Bloch. There is a curious story connected with its creation, according to which Bloch rejected Levy’s original plan and turned to an American architect. But the latter did not take into account the peculiarities of the local architecture, so his project was rejected. Then Bloch came back to Levy. In retaliation, the architect created a building that mixed styles from different eras.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Palmach Museum

 4.6/5

2309 reviews

The exhibition is dedicated to the history of the Jewish Palmach combat units, created in 1941 to repel a possible Third Reich attack on Palestine. The units existed until 1948, then they were included in the newly created Israel Defence Forces. The museum has an interactive format. With the help of video clips, projections and special effects, visitors are shown history “brought to life”.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

ANU Museum of the Jewish People

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6177 reviews

The museum was opened on the occasion of the thirtieth anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel. Its collection is made up of exhibits that can be used to study the history of the Jewish diaspora scattered around the world. The wandering of the Jews began 2,600 years ago when King Nebuchadnezzar II took Jerusalem and began forcibly removing Jews from their ancestral lands. The exhibition focuses on various aspects of the life of Israelis in other countries.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Eretz Israel Museum

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5582 reviews

Archaeological and anthropological museum consisting of extensive collections of historical artefacts found in the lands of Israel. The exhibition consists of several pavilions containing pottery, jewellery, coins, dishes, mosaics, tools and other objects. The museum was organised in 1953, five years after Israel was declared a separate state.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Tel Aviv Museum of Art

 4.5/5

14654 reviews

A large art gallery exhibiting paintings, photographs, graphic drawings and sculptures. Separate expositions are devoted to design and architecture. The museum was established in 1932 on the territory of the house of M. Dizengoff, the mayor of Tel Aviv. Today it is a whole museum complex consisting of several pavilions and a full-fledged educational centre.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Ilana Goor Museum

 4.7/5

1073 reviews

Ilana Gur is a self-taught artist and passionate connoisseur of art, gifted with extraordinary abilities since childhood. Due to her developmental disabilities (dyslexia), she was forced to comprehend entire layers of knowledge on her own. Throughout her life, Ilana Gur created works in various materials, favouring metal. The museum was opened in 1995 in one of the old neighbourhoods of Jaffa, in a house that used to be a pilgrims’ hotel.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Israel Defense Forces History Museum

 4.2/5

437 reviews

Israel’s main military museum, founded in the 1950s by D. Ben-Gurion, one of the founders of the State of Israel. The museum collection consists of various weapons, ammunition, equipment and military trophies obtained, among other things, in the process of confronting terrorist organisations. A collection of gifts received by the Ministers of Defence and a fleet of government vehicles are also included in a separate section.

Place is closed permanently

The Clock Tower

 4.5/5

14761 reviews

The tower was erected in the early 20th century with donations from the residents of Jaffa in honour of the coronation anniversary of the Ottoman Sultan Abdul-Hamid II (at that time the territory of Tel Aviv belonged to the Ottoman Empire). The structure was the first civilian building on which a clock face was placed. Before that, clocks were only installed on minarets or church bell towers.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Sarona Market

 4.3/5

33616 reviews

A covered market where you can “eat” delicacies. Its many stalls sell vegetables, fruit, sweets, cheese, meat, seafood and fish. There are also cafes, wine boutiques with a wide selection of drinks and tea shops. Sarona Market has a branch of the Bishulim cookery school, which offers masterclasses on preparing unusual dishes.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Carmel Market

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The lively Shuk ha-Carmel was established in 1920. Over the years it has grown into Tel Aviv’s largest bazaar. The first vendors were Jewish immigrants from Russia who came to Israel after 1917. They opened small shops near their homes and sold food and household utensils. Today, almost all Tel Aviv residents go to the market, as the prices are lower than in the shops.

Jaffa Flea Market

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16677 reviews

A place where they sell antiques brought from different countries. Here you can find things that once belonged to emigrants of the early XX century, lying mixed with completely useless junk. To find something worthwhile, you will have to spend a lot of time, but the effort will be rewarded, and the tourist will be the happy owner of a valuable object. The flea market is one of the most “colourful” places in Tel Aviv.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Suspended Orange Tree

 4.7/5

656 reviews

A pot suspended on cables with an orange tree growing inside. It is one of the symbols of the country. The fact is that after the formation of a separate state, Israel began to export oranges, which allowed it to receive good income and settle many economic problems. The local citrus variety appeared in the late 19th century and was named “Jaffa”.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Yarkon Park

 4.6/5

18691 reviews

The park is located in the northern part of Tel Aviv along the river of the same name. It consists of six themed areas, including a rock garden, a cactus garden and a tropical garden. The park has many activities such as water rides, a bird corner, sports fields, a children’s playground and a go-kart track. You can come here to simply lie on the green lawn and read a book or stroll through the shady alleys.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Tel Aviv Promenade

 4.8/5

1109 reviews

Tel Aviv’s entertainment infrastructure is concentrated on the seafront. Even on traditional Jewish holidays, you can find working establishments here. During the day it is pleasant to sunbathe on the well-maintained sandy beach, in the evening – to walk leisurely along the string of hotels, restaurants and shops, at night – to dance in one of the night clubs to the music of trendy DJs.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Tel Aviv Beach

 4.7/5

1881 reviews

Tel Aviv is not only the cultural and economic centre of Israel, it is also a popular Mediterranean resort. The entire western border of the city is a continuous sandy strip. The city beaches are covered with light sand and equipped with all the necessary infrastructure for a comfortable holiday for visitors. There is even a special beach on the coast for orthodox Jews.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours