Travel Guide Tel Aviv
Sometimes adored, sometimes decried, Tel Aviv, the white city, doesn't care what people say. Oriental, cosmopolitan, pious, secular, full of sweetness, insolent and messy, it aspires to live life to the fullest, accumulating paradoxes without any complexes. It must be said that its assets are numerous, starting with its almost permanent sunshine, the 14 km of beaches that border it and allow a soothing Mediterranean wind to penetrate the city or the Hayarkon park and its 500 hectares of greenery. Although it is attached to a country at war, the destination cultivates a lightness and a deep sense of tolerance, a carefree attitude, which leads its inhabitants to stroll, to seduce and to party, carried by a bubbling creative energy that never sleeps and that is reflected in art, fashion and cinema. The tour guide of Tel Aviv will take the traveler from the old Jaffa to the new port, from the bohemia of Neve Tzedek to the frivolities of Sheinkin, from the commercial ambitions of Dizengoff to the artistic aspirations of Florentine. As many atmospheres as there are neighborhoods. But in the end, Tel Aviv owes its uniqueness to its joyful and disarmingly natural inhabitants.
What to visit Tel Aviv?
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When to go to Tel Aviv?
When to go to Tel Aviv? The best time to visit Tel Aviv will depend on your interests, whether you want to take part in the religious holidays, enjoy the beach, or avoid the crowds of summer people... In short, summer stretches from March to October, ideal for sunbathing and swimming between May and September. Be careful, July and August are very busy months, prices are rising, tourists (including many French) are everywhere. It is best to avoid the Jewish holiday periods, during which most shops are closed, public transportation is more than limited and hotel prices are higher. In winter, the South is more pleasant than the rainy North, while it may seem too hot in summer. So when to go to Tel Aviv? All year round.
Weather at the moment
The weather in Tel Aviv is particularly pleasant thanks to its rather hot and humid climate. Spring and autumn are mild and often sunny, winter is quite bearable, with temperatures as low as 10°C in Tel Aviv. As for the summer - sometimes very hot - it stretches "Indian-style" until October or even November.
In Israel, the currency unit is the new shekel (abbreviation: NIS, ISO code ILS). The cost of living is quite high in Israel, especially in Tel Aviv (and Jerusalem). However, it is still possible for the budget traveler to get by at a lower cost than in European countries or North America. It all depends, of course, on the lifestyle you intend to lead there. Count at least 30 € per day, if you tighten your belt.
For Tel Aviv and Israel in general, EU citizens, as well as Canadians and Swiss, only need a passport valid for at least six months after the date of entry. A visa is required for a stay of more than three months. An entry permit will be given to you at the time of customs control. Be sure not to lose this document, as it will be requested when you leave Tel Aviv.
No vaccinations are necessary or even mandatory to go on holiday in Tel Aviv. If by any chance you have a health concern on the spot, the health facilities are of a level comparable - and sometimes even higher - than those we encounter in Europe. In addition, water is drinkable in Tel Aviv.
Practical information
- When to travel?
- Weather forecast
- Budget
- Formalities
- Health
- How to travel by yourself?
- How to get organized?
- Getting around
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How to go to Tel Aviv? Our advice & tips
Tour operators specializing in the region offer to organize all-inclusive trips, whether for a family vacation, a honeymoon, a self-tour, but also tailor-made trips or group trips and why not a tour in Israel. Packages including flight and hotel are often quite interesting. It all depends on what you are looking for.
Discover our selection of travel agencies for this destinationThe price of a return flight from France to Tel Aviv fluctuates according to the seasons and the Jewish holiday calendar. With low cost airlines, you can find a direct flight from 150 €. But the price can reach €1,000 during July and August. Avoid last-minute stays! The price depends on the period, the company borrowed, but above all, the reservation time. For a cheap flight ticket, it is essential to do it well in advance!
The main airport in Israel is Ben Gurion Airport, near Tel Aviv. The easiest and fastest way to get to the center of the city is by train. Please note that due to the Shabbat, there are no trains between 4pm on Friday and 10pm on Saturday. On site, sherut (collective cabs) are a means of transportation not to be neglected: their prices are almost identical to those of buses, they are more comfortable. You can also rent bicycles.
