Tel Aviv Israel 3 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Tel Aviv’s Vibrant Culture

  • Morning:

    1. Check-in at the Brown TLV Hotel - a stylish and centrally located hotel in Tel Aviv.
    2. Start your day with a traditional Israeli breakfast at Café Xoho.

  • Afternoon:

    1. Visit the Carmel Market - a bustling marketplace offering fresh produce, spices, textiles, and more.
    2. Explore the nearby Nahalat Binyamin Arts & Crafts Market for unique handmade jewelry and artwork.

  • Evening:

    1. Take a stroll along Tel Aviv’s Beachfront Promenade - perfect for watching the sunset over the Mediterranean Sea.
    2. Enjoy dinner at Manta Ray - a seafood restaurant with an impressive view of the Tel Aviv Port.

Day 2: Discover Historic Jaffa and Modern Tel Aviv

  • Morning:

    1. Visit Jaffa’s Old City - walk through the ancient streets, visit the Port of Jaffa, and see the St. Peter’s Church.
    2. Enjoy breakfast at Abu Hassan - a legendary spot for Middle Eastern and Arabic cuisine.

  • Afternoon:

    1. Head back to Tel Aviv and visit the White City - Tel Aviv’s UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring thousands of Bauhaus buildings.
    2. Explore Dizengoff Street and its surrounding streets for shopping, cafes, and street art.

  • Evening:

    1. Dine at Mashya - an innovative restaurant offering a unique take on Israeli cuisine.
    2. Experience Tel Aviv’s vibrant nightlife at Allenby Street - home to numerous bars, clubs, and live music venues.

Day 3: Relax and Explore More of Tel Aviv

  • Morning:

    1. Visit the Eitz Haim Kimchi Synagogue - a beautiful example of Moorish Revival architecture.
    2. Enjoy breakfast at Café Café - a popular spot with an extensive menu and welcoming atmosphere.

  • Afternoon:

    1. Visit the Tel Aviv Museum of Art - home to a vast collection of modern and contemporary art.
    2. Relax at one of Tel Aviv’s many beach clubs - a perfect way to unwind on your last day in the city.

Things to Know:

  1. Israel operates on Israeli Standard Time (IST), which is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+2) during standard time and GMT+3 during daylight saving time.
  2. The official languages are Hebrew and Arabic, but English is widely spoken in Tel Aviv.
  3. Taxis and ride-hailing services like Gett are readily available throughout the city. Alternatively, you can use public transportation with Tel Aviv’s integrated Reduced Fare Transportation Card.
  4. Israel uses Type H2 electric sockets and Type C European two-pin sockets. Adapters are widely available in electronics stores throughout the city.
  5. Tipping is customary in Tel Aviv - around 10% for a meal at a restaurant or cafe, and a few shekels per drink at a bar.
  6. Dress modestly when visiting religious sites, especially in Jaffa’s Old City. Women should wear long sleeves and skirts that cover the knees. Men should wear pants and shirts with collars.
  7. Israel uses the New Shekel (ILS) as its official currency. ATMs are widely available throughout the city, and credit cards are accepted in most establishments.