Tel Aviv Israel 7 Day Itinerary

Tel Aviv, Israel: 7-Day Itinerary (Markdown Format)

Day 1: Arrival & Beach Time

  • Arrive at Ben Gurion Airport
  • Check-in at your hotel (recommendations below)
  • Relax and freshen up
  • *Head to Tel Aviv Port area for lunch, with options like Carmel Market, Manta Ray or *Rothschild Fish & Wine
  • *Spend the afternoon at Tel Aviv Beach or Bograshov Beach, enjoy the sunset
  • Dinner at White Cubes, a contemporary restaurant with great views of the Tel Aviv skyline

Day 2: Explore the White City & Culture

  • Breakfast at local favorite, Dizengoff Center’s Food Court
  • Visit the Hadar HaCarmel neighborhood, with its Bauhaus architecture
  • Explore Neve Tzedek, one of Tel Aviv’s oldest neighborhoods
  • *Lunch at Mamilla Mall, with options like Cafe Xoho or *Abe’s by Alice
  • Visit The Palmach Museum to learn about the history of Israel’s military
  • Dinner at Jaffa Flea Market, with diverse food options from various stalls

Day 3: Ancient Jaffa & Old City

  • *Breakfast at a local café in Jaffa, such as *Tarbut Restaurant or Puaa
  • Visit the Jaffa Port, with its charming old buildings and sea views
  • *Explore the Old City of Jaffa, including sites like St. Peter’s Church and *the ancient port
  • Lunch at Abu Hassan, renowned for its Middle Eastern cuisine
  • Afternoon visit to Neve Yoav Kibbutz, a unique eco-community on the outskirts of Tel Aviv
  • Dinner at your hotel or nearby restaurant

Day 4: Modern Art & Nightlife

  • Breakfast at Café Xoho or similar in the trendy Florentin neighborhood
  • *Visit the Helena Rubinstein Pavilion for Contemporary Art and *Tel Aviv Museum of Art
  • *Lunch at Florentin’s food trucks or local eateries like Cafe Levinsky 21
  • Explore the vibrant streets of Florentin, with its street art and independent shops
  • *Dinner at a hip restaurant in Florentin, such as *Messa or HaKosem
  • *Experience Tel Aviv’s famous nightlife in areas like Allenby Street or *Teder

Day 5: Day Trip to Bethlehem or Jerusalem

  • Early start for a full-day trip to either Bethlehem or Jerusalem (depending on preference)
  • Return to Tel Aviv in the late afternoon
  • Dinner at leisure, with plenty of options near your hotel

Day 6: Leisure & Shopping

  • Breakfast at a café of your choice
  • *Spend the morning exploring the Dizengoff Center, Ayalon Mall, or *Gan Ha’Ir (City Park)
  • Lunch at Carmel Market, with endless food stalls and restaurants to choose from
  • Afternoon visit to a local beach or spend time relaxing around your hotel
  • *Dinner at Rothschild Boulevard, with options like Mashya or *HaSalon

Day 7: Last Minutes & Departure

  • Breakfast at your hotel or a nearby café
  • Last-minute shopping, sightseeing, or relaxing
  • Departure from Ben Gurion Airport

Hotel Recommendations

  • The Brown TLV Hotel - A design-focused boutique hotel in the heart of Tel Aviv
  • Carmel Forum Hotel - Located near the Carmel Market and city center
  • The Drisco Hotel - An upscale hotel overlooking Jaffa Port

Things to Know

  • Tel Aviv is a vibrant, diverse city with a Mediterranean climate. Pack accordingly.
  • Hebrew (עברית) and Arabic (عربية) are the official languages, but English is widely spoken.
  • Israel uses a Type H2 plug and has standard voltage of 230 V, 50 Hz.
  • Taxis and ride-sharing apps like Gett are readily available for transportation around the city.
  • Israeli shekel (₪) is the official currency.

Tips & Interesting Facts

  • Tel Aviv is known as “The City That Never Stops,” with a 24/7 atmosphere and lively nightlife.
  • Try falafel from local street vendors for an authentic experience.
  • Visit the Eretz Israel Museum to learn about Israeli culture, history, and archaeology.
  • Take a bike tour around the city to see the sights while getting some exercise.
  • Don’t miss the famous Tel Aviv “bike lanes” (cycles) on the beachfront promenade.