During the daytime, discover Tel Aviv’s different neighborhoods
What to do in Bauhaus
Bauhaus is one of the most popular neighborhoods of the white city, thanks to the beautiful modernist architecture of most buildings. A style that rose to popularity between the two world wars, the Bauhaus architecture is truly unique, with its white walls, straight roofs, and rounded angles.
Take a stroll through the neighborhood and visit Nahalat Binyamin, the longest shopping street in Tel Aviv and the perfect place to purchase souvenirs from your trip. Bauhaus also boasts many artisanal crafts markets, where you can source unique, hand-made goods at a bargain price.
What to do in Neve Tzedek
Neve Tzedek is the oldest part of the city, a bustling compound of cobblestone streets and adorable craft markets. It is now an extremely trendy neighborhood where you’ll find artisanal shops, cafés, local restaurants, and many art galleries.
The perfect area for an afternoon stroll, it has rightfully earned its “little Paris” nickname for its walkable size and tranquil vibes.
Do as locals do, and end your visit with a trip to the old Jafa station, called the Hatachana, at the neighborhood’s border. The old structure has now been turned into a complex that houses restaurants, wine bars, and designer shops, attracting a solid crowd of locals and tourists every day.
What to do in Jaffa
Jaffa could easily be described as one of Tel Aviv’s most sought-after neighborhoods, boasting gorgeous Mediterranean sea views.
Named after the Hebrew word for “beautiful,” it used to be the first city in this part of Israel before becoming a part of Tel Aviv in the 1950s. An authentic piece of history, with paved and quaint streets, a beautiful St Peter’s church, old bridges, and a still bustling harbor.
While strolling around the neighborhood is a perfect activity in itself, take advantage of its more artistic side. Visit the Tel Aviv Museum of Art to take in art from masters such as Van Gogh, Picasso, Braque, Chagall, Rothko, Pollock, and many more of the most beloved artists worldwide. Jaffa is also home to the Diaspora Museum, an important monument that retraces the history of the jew’s exile from Babylon to this day.
What to do in Florentin
A mix of traditional culture and more modern offerings, Florentin is a lesser-known - yet fascinating- Tel Aviv neighborhood. Recently, it has become a hot spot for trendy bars, boutiques, and restaurants, pushing in a very hip crowd at night and on weekends.
It is the perfect mix of everything Tel Aviv has to offer: a bit of Bauhaus architecture, exciting street art, and busy nightlife spots to soak in the vibrant culture of this eclectic city.
What to do in Holon
Holon is the perfect neighborhood to explore for any art enthusiast. It has some of the city’s most intriguing street art and is home to the famous Design Museum, a must-see in Tel Aviv. Indeed, the design museum is a piece of art in itself, with its beautiful structure, and holds some of the best contemporary design art in the world.
After your visit, you could head over to Ariel Sharon Park for some quiet time before regaining one of the more trendy neighborhoods for the night.
What to do in Tel Aviv at night
Tel Aviv is a melting pot of cultures with a rich history. This gives it a unique energy, making it a hot spot for fun nightlife hangs and great food.
Enjoy Tel Aviv’s nightlife events
A city particularly renowned for its nightlife, each of Tel Aviv’s neighborhoods has its fair share of bars and clubs to enjoy. The city is also famous for its many events throughout the year.
Music bands play at Drum Beach every summer, where you can watch the sunset while enjoying some live music. In June, Tel Aviv celebrates “white night,” an event all over town where people dress entirely in white and enjoy picnics and live music.
Another celebrated event is Tel Aviv’s Volume Conference and Festival in January, the perfect dance party for every music enthusiast. For jazz buffs, the white city also holds a Jazz Music Festival yearly during the summer months.
Finally, one of Tel Aviv’s most popular events remains Purim, a city-wide celebration where everyone dresses up in their favorite costume. It happens around March each year, depending on the Jewish calendar.
Discover the city’s incredible food scene
Tel Aviv is incredibly famous for its diverse food scene and mix of Mediterranean flavors. Taste street food at the many markets and enjoy some local specialties during your stay.
For a memorable experience, book a meal at the luxury Epoque by Robuchon restaurant at the Elkonin Tel Aviv Hotel - MGallery. A savant mix of French and Israeli food that will indeed be the highlight of your stay.
Where to stay in Tel Aviv?
Staying longer?
Take a day trip to Jerusalem
Located one hour away only from Tel Aviv, Jerusalem is easily accessible by car or train, or even bus. Stroll around the city and discover its old neighborhoods, famous historical attractions, and sights.
There are many things to see and enjoy in Jerusalem: make sure to catch one of the earlier trains to have enough time during your day or stay for one night at the Theatron Jerusalem Hotel & Spa MGallery Collection***** to enjoy its restaurant scene.
Take a day trip to Bethlehem
Bethlehem is a multicultural city with a rich history and one of Israel's most visited cities. It is located only 25 minutes away from Jerusalem and is filled with historical sites and gorgeous architecture. Its cobblestone streets will lead you to beautiful markets and shops to get a souvenir before returning to Tel Aviv with one of the many buses or car services available through your hotel.
Take a dip in the Dead Sea
Famous for its incredible amount of salt, which makes you “float” instead of sink in the water, the Dead Sea is a fantastic place to visit during your trip to Israel. It is also renowned for having healing properties and is easily accessible by car from Tel Aviv.
