Meaning “Do Touch” in Hebrew, Nalaga’at is a cultural and entertainment center that presents plays by a theater troupe comprising 11 deaf-blind actors. The performances, which aim to convey what life is like in darkness or silence, are narrated in Hebrew, with sign language interpretation and subtitles in English and Arabic. The center’s cafe and …
Hebrew for “Yafo Slope,” this 50-acre park is situated near the Ajami neighborhood, between the port and the breathtaking Givat Aliya beachfront. Until several years ago, the area was actually a landfill that the municipality decided to transform into the city’s second-largest park after Ganei Yehoshua. Plans include bike paths and observation decks, along with …
One of the most ancient ports in the world, Yafo’s port was mentioned in the Book of Jonah, was destroyed by Napoleon’s army in 1799 and later rebuilt by the Ottomans. It served as the main point of entry during the British Mandate and welcomed waves of Jewish immigrants. Today, fisherman still catch fresh fish …
Located in the heart of the old city, this museum overlooking the Mediterranean presents sculpture and other designs by the artist, along with pieces from her private collection. There are several chambers within the site, devoted to Africa and Persian rugs, among other varied subjects. The 250-year-old building housing the museum—with its massive walls and …
A short walk up the hill from Clock Square is one of the most peaceful spots in the city. Also called Summit Garden, this green haven bursting with various plants and flowers offers spectacular views of Tel Aviv and the coastline. The park is also home to archaeological artifacts and a “Wishing Bridge,” where visitors …
Located just beyond the old city, the flea market offers a colorful experience, especially for antique lovers and bargain hunters. Best approached from the intersection of Olei Zion Street and Jerusalem Boulevard, this maze of streets is lined with shops selling a feast of refurbished furniture, old photographs, clothing, jewelry and much more. Several worthwhile …
The traditional starting point for tours of Yafo, this square is home to one of the area’s most visited sites—the Clock Tower built in 1906 by Turkish Sultan Abed-el-Hamid II. The square also houses the former governor’s house (Seraya) and a jailhouse used by the Turks and British (called the Kishle). The legendary Abulafia bakery …
Situated in Kedumim Square (or beneath it, to be more accurate), the Old Yafo visitors’ center is actually a museum and archaeological site highlighting the area’s rich history. The subterranean center is built around partially excavated ruins dating from the 3rd century B.C.E. It offers visitors an English-language film on ancient Yafo and a free …
This open area containing the underground visitors’ center and St. Peter’s Church is Old Yafo’s central plaza, whose tiny, winding side streets lead down to the port. Part of the square covers archaeological sites excavated during the 1940s and ’50s, and many of its surrounding buildings house galleries, souvenir shops and restaurants. During the summer …
Old Yafo is one of the city’s most historically and culturally dense areas, with its picturesque ancient port, artists’ quarter, historic landmarks, archaeological artifacts, newly renovated Ottoman-era houses and upscale restaurants and shops. Built on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean, the old city juts out from the coastline and looks, from a distance, like a …
