Top things to do in Tel Aviv

Those founded Tel Aviv might get astonished to see this city. The second largest city in Israel may be situated just 60km away from Jerusalem but culturally these cities are very far. The city that was founded by a small group of Jewish immigrant families in the then Ottoman-ruled Palestine is now a big city in sovereign country housing embassies of several countries. The city has gone under a makeover and there are glittering skyscrapers at the sites of sand dunes. Now the city is well known for Bauhaus apartment buildings, theatres, concert halls and great cafe culture. Here we dish out information on top things to do in Tel Aviv.

Museum of the History of Tel Aviv

Travellers visiting Tel Aviv should never miss an opportunity Museum of the History of Tel Aviv. The museum founded in 1927 was closed for around 4 decades. Now the museum is open to public after a meticulous restoration. On your visit to this museum you will come across an array of historical and contemporary displays. The exhibit and photographs collected from ordinary residents are also on display.

Art Galleries

Tel Aviv is also well known for its art galleries as it is home to some beautiful galleries that include Noga, Dvir and Sommer Contemporary Art. At Noga you will see art works of artists that include Keren Cytter and Ori Gersht. At Dvir you can see exhibits from Douglas Gordon, Jonathan Monk and Adel Abdessemed. At Sommer you can see photographs from noted photographer Adi Nes.

Treat your taste buds on Hummus

Anyone who has visited the Arabian countries must be familiar with Hummus and this delicacy is equally popular in Tel Aviv. More than being a food it is a way of life in Tel Aviv. There are several destinations where you can have this sacred food Arab-owned Ali Karavan is most popular one.

Bauhaus Architecture

More than 4,000 Bauhaus buildings of Tel Aviv have been given World Heritage site by UNESCO. The vacationers can go to Bauhaus Foundation Museum and the Bauhaus Center Tel Aviv. One should also go on Bauhaus Center two-hour walking tour which is offered in English, Hebrew and German languages.

Manshia Train Station

Manshia Train Station has started getting tourists attention in recent decades. This fame may be new-found but this station was built way back in 1892 to connect the ancient port town with Jerusalem. After being abandoned for more than 6 decades, the station with Ottoman-era architecture has now been opened after a half-decade restoration work. The four-acre leisure complex houses galleries, boutiques, restaurants, cafés and a weekly farmers' market.

Be a Beach Bum

Museums, art galleries and fine dining options have their own charm but no trip of Tel Aviv is said to be complete without visiting its arguably beautiful Mediterranean coastline. The city is home to eight beaches and every beach has its own character and charm.