Despite the global recession, Israel’s economy is thriving, and Tel Aviv has stepped up to a new level of quality in terms of cultural life. What to see and do in Tel Aviv, read further in the article.
1. Tel Aviv History Museum
The Tel Aviv History Museum was opened relatively recently – in 2009. Here you will find both multimedia displays where you can get acquainted with the history of the city, as well as paintings and photographs of local artists.
2. Galleries
Tel Aviv has three main galleries around which modern Israeli art revolves. While in Tel Aviv, go for inspiration in one of them: Noga, Dvir, Sommer Contemporary Art
3. Hummus bars
Hummus is more than just food for the people of Israel. Israelis joke about hummus as a way of life. Head to one of the bars for fresh and flavorful hummus. We wrote about the best hummus bars in Israel earlier.
4. Designer stores
Israeli design is still in its infancy, but there are a few high-profile shops where you can go for local crafts. The best of them: are SoHo boutique, Retro TLV, Elemento.
5. Bauhaus architecture
There are more than 4,000 Bauhaus buildings in Tel Aviv alone, referred to as the “White City” because of the color of the buildings. They are recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
6. Embankment
The greatest asset of Tel Aviv is the Mediterranean coast. The city has 8 main beaches, each with its own characteristic public. Rent a bike and ride until sunset.
