Explore Tel Aviv and Jaffa the Tales of Israel way! These are the places we keep coming back to — the markets, the parks, the sunsets and the tables worth planning an evening around.
Wander & Explore
Nahalat Binyamin Art Fair
A pedestrian street lined with stalls where local artists sell their own work — handmade jewellery, ceramics, prints, Judaica and little treasures you won't find in any shop. Street musicians set the soundtrack, and Carmel Market is right next door when you're ready for a bite.
Tuesdays & Fridays · Go in the morningShuk Hapishpishim
Jaffa's flea market is part antiques hunt, part design district. Piles of vintage rugs, brass lamps and old furniture spill onto the pavement, while the streets around it are full of independent boutiques and cafés. Take your time, and don't be shy to bargain.
The Old Port in Jaffa
One of the oldest ports in the world, with the white lighthouse above, fishing boats bobbing below and restored stone warehouses along the water. It pairs perfectly with a morning at the flea market — walk down through the old alleys and finish with the sea in front of you.
Levinski Market
The spice market of south Tel Aviv. Open sacks of spices, mountains of dried fruit and nuts, old-school delis and burekas bakeries — this is where Tel Avivians shop, and the best place to fill your suitcase with flavours to take home.
Dizengoff Square
The heart of the White City. Pull up a colourful chair in the shade, watch the city go by, then walk Dizengoff Street for some of the best shopping and coffee in Tel Aviv, surrounded by Bauhaus buildings.
Park Hamesila
A long ribbon of green built along an old railway line, with walking and cycling paths running between the towers and the low red-roofed houses. A lovely, easy way to see a quieter side of the city — on foot or by bike.
Charles Clore Park
Wide seafront lawns between Tel Aviv and Jaffa, and one of our favourite places in the city for sunset. Bring a blanket and something cold, join the evening yoga crowd, or simply sit by the water as the sky turns orange.
Best at sunsetFrishman Beach
The classic central Tel Aviv beach, a few steps from the hotels on the promenade. Spend the afternoon between the water and a lounger, and stay for the evening swim when the light goes golden.
Where to Eat & Drink
Port Said
An Eyal Shani classicNext to the Great Synagogue, with a wall of vinyl, tables spilling onto the street and Eyal Shani's simple, brilliant food. Order lots of plates to share and soak up the most Tel Aviv atmosphere there is. No reservations, so come early.
Qumran
Kosher dinner & a showChef Moshik Roth's kosher restaurant, set in a cave-like dining room inspired by the Dead Sea Scrolls. Halfway through dinner the room turns into a celebration of music, dancers and fire performers. Book ahead — this is a night out, not just a meal.
Panda Pita
Best pitaTucked in an alley off Carmel Market, serving chef-made pitas stuffed with fresh market ingredients, to a soundtrack of loud music and a lot of good energy. Expect a short queue — it's worth it.
Café Puaa
Jaffa breakfastVintage armchairs, old rugs and bougainvillea right in the middle of the flea market. The perfect slow breakfast before you start browsing.
Teder.fm
Night outA courtyard bar and live radio station in the Beit Romano building, strung with lights and plants. DJs, big pizzas, cold beer and a crowd that stays late — Tel Aviv nightlife at its most relaxed.
Let Tales of Israel build your trip
This guide is the starting point. If you'd like a trip designed entirely around you — the right hotel for your travel style, restaurants booked in advance and the days sequenced so nothing is rushed — Tales of Israel builds fully custom itineraries for Tel Aviv and the rest of the country.
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