Is it possible to visit Tel Aviv in just one day? There are thousands of things to do in Tel Aviv, so vibrant day and night as Barcelona, Berlin, or Miami. Bars, nightclubs, cafes, and restaurants open and close every day. Events happen a lot throughout the year. This post aims to suggest what you can do in Tel Aviv on 1 day-trip, concentrating around the Carmel Market, Neve Tzedek, and the coast on the way to Old Jaffa. If you’re into arts, there is another post for art galleries and museums in this city.
Explore Old Jaffa
Jaffa in Arabic, Yafo in Hebrew. It’s where Tel Aviv city started from, next to one of the oldest ports in the world, associated with the biblical story of Jonas. The contrast between the old stone buildings and the Mediterranean Sea is one of the most beautiful views of Tel Aviv.
A famous restaurant in this area is the Abu Hassan, known for making one of the best hummus in the city. Opens in the mornings until early afternoon. There is also a flea market in Jaffa, open from Sunday to Friday (from morning till early evening), where you can use and new local products.
Walk by the Beaches
The weather in Tel Aviv is sunny during the whole year, except the winter from December to February to be precise, and in front of the Mediterranean Sea, enjoying the beach is an obligation even if you are in the city for just a day.
Visit Local Markets
The fresh food markets are part of Tel Avivian life, where locals go to buy fresh fruits, candies, and snacks at affordable prices. At least the Carmel Market you have to visit in one day, especially if you want to save some bucks.
Walk around Neve Tzedek
Neve Tzedek was the first Jewish neighborhood out of the Old Jaffa. Nowadays, it’s one of the most expensive areas in Tel Aviv, so as beautiful to walk around if you have extra time. There are trendy cafes, restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, design, and fashion studios.
Spend Time at a Coffee Shop
There are about 1.500 cafes spread all over Tel Aviv. Cafes are present in local daily life, where people go to talk, relax from long working hours, spend the time. So why don’t travelers do the same? If you’re not into coffee, at least sit to eat hummus, shakshuka, and falafel.
So many things there are to do in Tel Aviv that just one day is a stupid idea. In other articles, I organize itinerary suggestions for 2 days and 3 days but I recommend a minimum of 4 or 5 days to explore this vibrant city.
Originally posted 2018-02-09 14:09:19.
