Even though the coastal city of Tel Aviv, which has a population of 400 thousand people, makes a difference to Jerusalem in terms of population and historical importance, it prefers to enjoy it rather than brag. The weather is sunny in 300 days of the year, beaches are enough for everyone. Secular and liberal. Life goes on 24 hours a day.
Friday 4:00 pm – Bright Lights, White City
The White City, in the center of Tel Aviv, was founded by Jewish architects who studied in Germany in the 1930s and were influenced by the Bauhaus movement. The common character of the old house around 4,000 is simple lines, geometric balconies, similar white facades. The UNESCO World Heritage List has undergone major restoration in the last 10 years. The most beautiful buildings are on Rothschild Boulevard, where trees are shaded and cafes are lined: House Baumel (No. 87), the former Russian Embassy (No. 46) and Rubinsky-Braun House (No. 82).
6:00 pm – Sip and Watch
In Tel Aviv, parties start late. Discounted drinks in the bars can last until 20.00. In addition to cocktails, Rothschild 12 offers snacks such as salmon sandwiches (USD 5) and grilled fennel with gorgonzola cheese (USD 5). When the sun sets, the back room of the bohemian cafe turns into a music hall with DJ and concert bands.
8:00 pm – Flea Market Flood
Tel Aviv, age-old. The ancient Jaffa with its cobblestone streets is one of the oldest port cities in the world. Arabs have lived for centuries. When it was merged with Tel Aviv in 1950, new energy came to the neglected neighborhoods. Jaffa’s flea market, Shuk Hapishpeshim, is filled with small objects and antiques sellers during the day. The night is lit with flickering candle lights and the sounds of chalice around.
Set up on a chair in Puaa, one of the antique restaurants, start your meal with red tahini made from grilled tomatoes (average USD 14) excluding drinks). If you are interested in appetizers, you can go to Shaffa Bar during the day and hairdresser at night. There are many options such as grilled calamari (USD 8) with strained yogurt, hot tomato, hot and pita hummus (USD 4) from lima beans.
11:00 pm – Dance Revolution
If you want to see what peace is in the Middle East, go to the cultural center and bar Anna Lou Lou in Historic Jaffa. As well as the exhibitions, the dance floor, where DJs ignite electronic Arab and African tunes, is worth seeing. Muslim, Jewish, gay, heterosexual young people of all kinds have fun side by side until late.
Saturday 10:00 am – Excellent Breakfast
The classic Israeli breakfast of pan or boiled eggs, salad, sauce and bread is as important as the holy in Tel Aviv. Almost all cafes offer the same menu. How about an appetizer option instead? Eggplant salad in Manta Ray on the quay, lakerda, smoked fish prices are between (USD 4 -5). The scenery is so beautiful that it will be a little hard to get your eyes off the beaches and waves that connect Jaffa and Tel Aviv, and warn us…
12.30 pm – Beachy Keen
You can enjoy the view on a 4.5-kilometer coastal road in an airy vehicle. Just press the pedal! Saturdays this road is full of cyclists. Stop by one of the 180 points of the bicycle sharing system Tel-O-Fun and rent a bike for USD 5). The coast of Tel Aviv consists of a chain of independent beaches. Pedal north of Manta Ray’s Alma Beach. The rainbow-painted huts on the beach next to the Hilton Hotel will catch your attention. This is the homosexual place. On the beach directly across from the sea, there are special sections reserved for religious people, men and women. Head for Metzitzim Beach. Take a drink and snack from the café, watch the waves calm down in the artificial shallows.
4:00 pm – Cultural Break
Take a short break at Neve Tzedek, where there are art centers. One of the most famous ballet halls in the country is here. The Suzanne Dellal Center has several dance groups, including the internationally renowned Batsheva. Take advantage of the shopping opportunity at the exit. Neve Tzedek’s boutiques are open: Bikaleh (Shabazi, No: 54), Gabriel (Shabazi, No: 13). You can taste organic drinks, salads or strawberry ice cream ice cream from Anita Ice Cream.
9:00 pm – Revolution in the Kitchen
Once upon a time, Israeli cuisine meant humus, falafel and grilled meat. Young chefs who travel the world and know the cuisines of different cultures have revolutionized the restaurants of Tel Aviv in the last 10 years. One of its leaders, Meir Adoni, with its four restaurants, plays an important role in the elaboration of Israeli cuisine. While developing a contemporary Mediterranean cuisine approach, Catit was a laboratory. Adjacent Mizlala offers more experimental menus. Start with the Zvia’s Kubaneh (USD 6), the green peppered bread of the Yemeni Jews, then continue with the grilled peppered squid salad with shrimp (USD 14) and the Mexican cream steak (USD 21) with licorice sauce.
11:00 pm – Art Madness
Follow the bright graffiti and descend down the spiral staircase of the nightclub Kuli Alma. This is a delightful garden with interconnected dance floors and seating areas adorned with works of art. Kuli Alma, who has exhibited the works of famous artists from abroad and hosted famous DJs, brought entertainment together with the creativity of art. Cocktails are around USD 6.
Sunday 09:00 am – Breakfast with Beer
Café Xoho, which is preferred by foreigners living in the city, is mainly vegetarian. Get a beer breaded breakfast menu. Vegetable omelet and beer with delicious bread menu USD 7. Ask for cappuccino (café hafuch) next to it. For a more special coffee, go to Brew Shop Coffee, the country’s only cold brewing filter coffee house.
11:00 am – Market to Market
Wander through the counters at Shuk HaCarmel and check out the city’s eating habits. Start your tour at the junction of Allenby, King George and Sheinkin streets. Make sure you get cash in your wallet. Although shopping mall fashion has erased some of the colorful elements, the flagships of the market are in place: in Café Cohen (Yishkon, No. 32), members of the same family have been roasting and cooking java coffee for 70 years. Amrani Nuts (HaCarmel No: 15) sells spices, peanuts as well as dried fruit.
In Hummus Magen David (HaCarmel, No: 11), there were panels on the ceiling, which were once used in synagogues, containing quotations from the Torah. No waiter, you take your food and choose your table. Prices are reasonable, meals are delicious. Newly opened Lehamim (Bread) Bakery (HaCarmel, No. 11) is a bakery chain with branches even in Manhattan. Meat Market (Yom Tov, No: 5) and Beer Bazaar (RamBam, No: 1) can be tasted close to 80 varieties produced by the country’s breweries.
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