Tel Aviv

Eco-friendly travel guide to Tel Aviv advises how to be a responsible tourist. Learn how to explore the attractions in a sustainable way and how to respect the local people and culture. Make your trip green by supporting locally owned hotels, organic restaurants and other businesses. Read more on how to protect the environment by making conscientious choices and how to travel green in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Old Jaffa Port in Tel Aviv

Air quality: 4 / 5

Exploring by foot: 5 / 5

Exploring by bicycle: 4 / 5

Public transportation: 4 / 5

Parks: 4 / 5

Outdoor activities: 5 / 5

Locals' English level: 2 / 5

Safety: 3.5 / 5

Accommodation: US$45 - $500

Budget per day: US$70 - $700

Responsible Travel

Tel Aviv is a fantastic city in Israel that happens to be the second most populated city as well. It is a popular city destination amongst tourists and a technological and economic hub of Israel. While exploring the city, there are many things that you need to keep in mind as they will help you in playing your role as a responsible tourist. By traveling responsibly, you can learn many things about the local culture, history, and traditions.

While exploring the local culture, prefer using public vehicles like buses, trains, and bicycles to be affordable and friendly to the environment. By traveling in public transports, you will learn a lot about the local culture from the people you interact in the local buses and trains.

You should prefer buying products from local businesses rather than international companies as they are the places that sell authentic Israeli products and are pocket-friendly.

Before visiting the city, learn about the various laws regarding traveling, waste disposal, and recycling to avoid any unfortunate incidents that can ruin your trip.

While traveling and exploring the city, prefer using reusable items like handkerchiefs, refillable water bottles, cloth bags, etc. to avoid disposable things that harm the local environment.

Lastly, you should participate in the city activities to learn about Israeli culture, people, and traditions in the best way possible, enhance your Israeli experience and create a memorable trip to the world's vegan capital.

Air Quality and Pollution

The population levels in Tel Aviv are not the best in Israel, but better than most cities in the world. The city's pollution rates are moderate, and you will rarely find any problem while exploring the city. Here are some statistics relating to air pollution from the World Health Organization;

PM10 – 48
PM2.5 – 20
PM10 Pollution Level – Moderate
Pollution Index – 46.85
Pollution Exp Scale – 81.73

Respect the Culture

While traveling to Tel Aviv, you must realize the importance and significance of the various places to the local communities to respect them. You can do so by exploring the city on a first-hand basis and indulging in different activities such as;

Broaden your tastes by indulging in local street food
Watch performances at the theatres
Visit the various markets
Take a guided city tour
Search for street art
Attend a silent concert

Participating in such activities will enable you to understand and respect the local culture, the people, and livelihood. These activities will help you in making your trip to the city a memorable one.

Top 10 Places to Visit

Robin Square: Built for Israel's former prime minister, Yitzhak Rabin, the square is the home of the famous Israel Museum that showcases many archived films and photographs. You can also watch Yitzhak Rabin's biography and learn about his significance to Israeli people. The square is on Haim Levanon Street in the central area of Tel Aviv.

Jaffa: It is an Arab port town that is about 2 kilometers south of Tel Aviv. It is also a historical landmark famous for the home of well-preserved acropolis and stone architecture. It is a popular tourist place where you can find an original bazaar area, a flea market, and St. Peter's Monastery. You should visit this place if you seek for some peaceful time away from the crowds of Tel Aviv. You can explore the many boutiques, diners, restaurants, and cafes to learn about the culture of this beautiful

Bauhaus Center: It is the finest example of the Bauhaus architectural style in Tel Aviv. It is located near Dizengoff Street and is the best place to shop for unique items as souvenirs for your loved ones. The Bauhaus Center offers books and unique postcards.

Yemenite Quarter: Tel Aviv's most famous neighborhood has maze-like alleyways where you can observe the old-style architecture of Israel. After the initial settlers, the district's name is Yemenite Jews that came to the neighborhood in the early 20th century. You can still find the traces of Jewish culture in the area by visiting the Mahane Yehuda Market.

Namal:It is an old port area in Tel Aviv that is off HaYarkon Street and where you can relax and rejuvenate yourself. The best time to visit the site during the weekdays is usually full of locals and tourists at the weekends. You can also visit the various private art galleries and the indoor market located near the area.

Netanya: It is a seaside resort that is about 32 kilometers north of Tel Aviv and has a beautiful golden sand beach where you can relax and spend some peaceful time alone. You will find fewer crowds on Netanya as compared to the city beaches. You can visit the various cafes and restaurants to enjoy some hearty and mouth-watering Israeli cuisines and seafood. You can also visit the Jewish Legion Museum that showcases the Jewish military units' achievements during World War 1.

Suzanne Dellal Center: It is an Israeli and international performance Center where you can watch performances by local artists. The Center is located in the Neve Tzedek neighborhood and has many restaurants nearby where you can indulge in mouth-watering Israeli food.

Gordon Pool: It is an Olympic-sized swimming pool that is located on the boardwalk by the city's marina. It is a great place to participate in swimming activities. You can find many locals at the pool and join them for breaststroking. It is a family-oriented pool that includes smaller pool areas for children. You can get some peaceful time and relax on the sunbeds, chairs, and parasols while sun-basking.

Sarona: It is Israel's first culinary Center that covers over 8,700 square meters in area. The market is home to many food shops worldwide that serve all kinds of specialty food items like Dutch cheese, waffle towers, and Asian buns. It is a great place to explore international food cuisines and broaden your flavors.

Nalaga'at Center: It is a must-visit place that is in the heart of Jaffa town's port. It is an unconventional theatre where you can find exceptional performances by deaf and blind actors. It is one of a kind theatre and is a great way to understand such specially-abled people.

Azrieli Towers, HaKiria tower and Sarona tower, Tel Aviv

Explore

Apart from all the historical landmarks and sites, there is more to Tel Aviv than it looks. Because of its prime location, it homes many beautiful parks, gardens, and beaches that are renowned all over Israel as some of the best. You can find paintings, arts, and various works by famous artists exhibited in the museums and galleries of the city. Visiting these places will help you learn about the local culture, history, people, and livelihood.

City Parks

Park Hahurshot : Situated in the Tel Aviv-Yafo area, it is the city's biggest park. It consists of a community garden, green spaces, a playground, and orthodox churches. It is a family-oriented park and is a great place to get away from the city's hustle-bustle.

Park Hayarkon: It is a beautiful river-side park along the shores of the Yarkon River in Rokach Boulevard. The park offers a peaceful environment where you can do many activities like picnics, bike riding, and boating. You can also visit the small zoo located inside the park, an excellent place for children.

Independence Garden: Situated on the hilly coast near HaYarkon Street, it is a beautiful park that offers fantastic sea views. It is usually full pack at the weekends as many locals, and couples like to spend some quality time in the park. The park consists of a green and spacious lawn area, walking trails, a playground, an outdoor gym, and a mausoleum.

Park Hayarkon

National Parks

Ramat Gan National Park: Built-in 1953, it is a 250 acres national park on Ahad Ha'Am Street. The park includes green lawn spaces, walking, riding paths, a lake, a human-made waterfall, the Man and the Living World Museum, and The Safari zoological park. The park homes a wide variety of trees, amongst which 3000 are carob trees. If you seek some peaceful time in the lap of nature, this park is for you.

Tel Aviv Botanical Garden: It is an impressive park on Herzl Street in Abu Kabir district. Built-in the 1950s, it is the home of more than 160 species of animals, including mammals, birds, amphibians, and reptiles. The park consists of ponds, fruit orchards, turtle ponds, and a zoological garden. Deers, seagulls, and pelicans are the most common animals in the park.

Sharon Beach National Park: Situated next to Kibbutz Shefayim, it is a national park that sits along the sea. The park consists more of sand than trees and is ideal for people who like to get some fresh air. The park homes a wide variety of flower pants along the various trails and pathways. To get the best experience, visit the park during spring as most of the flowers will be in bloom at that time.

Apollonia National Park: It is the best national park in Tel Aviv that is situated along-side the Mediterranean seashore on Kurkar. With a small entry fee starting from 24 NIS, you can visit the park throughout the year. It consists of many must-visit places like the viewpoints, trenches, a lime kiln, and the Crusader Fortress. The park is home to many flower plants that will make your experience even more memorable.

Tel Aphek National Park: Yarkon National Park has two entrances that give access to two separate areas; Tel Aphek and Yarkon springs. The park consists of various significant places like the Roman Theatre, The Squill Trail, The Roman Cardo, Alexandroni Brigade Memorial, Antipatris Fort, the artificial lake, the Egyptian governor's house, and the British Water Pumping Station. The place is a great way to learn about the Tel Aviv region's archaeology, history, and wildlife.

The beautiful Ramat Gan National Park'

Beaches

Gordon Beach: A white sand beach that is also the busiest in Tel Aviv. It is a family-friendly beach where you can participate in activities like boating, dancing, swimming, windsurfing, etc. but prefer visiting it before or after the peak season as it can get very crowded.

Ajami Beach: It is a historically significant beach near Jaffa Port of jaffa town. It is one of Israel's best beaches that offers many things other than the white-sand and water sports. The beach has a historic church, limestone palaces, and beachside promenades where you can spend some great time exploring and learning about the beach's significance.

Banana Beach: It is a famous Israeli beach in Jaffa town. The beach offers a lot of activities to the tourists like surfboarding, windsurfing, swimming, etc. You can also participate with the locals in dancing and drum circles sessions on Friday evenings and enjoy the local culture and traditions.

Metzitzim Beach: It is one of the best vacation beaches in Israel that is off the coast of Tel Aviv. Metzitzim beach is famous for calm waters, lagoons, restaurants, water sports, and other rendezvous activities that will give you the perfect vacation vibes. Even after spending a whole day or two at the place, you will not want to leave.

The beautiful and scenic Metzitzim Beach

Landmarks

Bialik Street: Israel's most significant streets are home to three historic houses; House of Reuven Rubin, Bialik House, and Beit Ha'ir. The Reuven Rubin house is a museum dedicated to the artist that showcases his paintings and photographs of Tel Aviv. The Bialik House is a tribute to the former resident Chaim Nachmam Bialik, a great Israeli poet. The Beit Ha'ir is the original townhouse of the city that showcases Tel Aviv's history.

Dizengoff Circle & Surrounds: It is a cultural landmark of Tel Aviv found on Dizengoff Street. Designed by an Israeli artist named Yaacov Agam, it has a unique modern-art Fire and Water Fountain. The name of the place is after Meir Dizengoff, the first mayor of the independent city.

Neve Tzedek Quarter: It is Tel Aviv's oldest neighborhood in the central part of the city. The houses of the place date back to the early 1880s owned by European-Jewish communities. The buildings are well preserved, and the neighborhood homes many arty boutiques, cafes, and restaurants where you can explore Tel Aviv's culture.

Rothschild Boulevard: It is a central city street that homes Tel Aviv's finest Bauhaus architecture. You can find two museums in the area; the Independence Hall and the Haganah Museum. The Independence Hall is a tribute to the city's first mayor, David Ben-Gurion, and displays mementos of Tel Aviv's declaration day. The Haganah Museum is a tribute to the Haganah guerilla force, which attacked the British Mandate rule.

Rothschild Boulevard

Museums

Tel Aviv Museum: Israel's leading contemporary art museum is in Shaul HaMelech Boulevard in the central part of the city. It showcases various works by Degas, Monet, Van Gogh, Henry Moore, Picasso, Jackson Pollock, and some Israeli artists. It is a must-visit place while exploring Tel Aviv.

Helena Rubinstein Pavilion: It is an extension of the Tel Aviv Museum and showcases Israeli contemporary art. It is located inside the city's Gan Yaakov park and is the main attraction of the park. Gan Yaakov is a small city park that offers a peaceful environment and his situated on Tarsat Avenue.

Nahum Gutman Museum of Art: It is the most important museum in Tel Aviv as it showcases the work of Israel's essential artists. Situated on Shim' on Rokah Street, it is a great place to learn about Israeli artists and the significance of their works.

Eretz Israel Museum: It is a complex that includes the Eretz Israel Museum and the Tell Qasile archaeological site, a planetarium, and pavilions. Visiting these places will help you learn a great deal about history and culture by observing the elaborate displays. The museum complex is located on Chaim Levanon Street and is open for all types of visitors.

Beit Hatefutsoth: It is a Jewish museum on Klausner Street in Tel Aviv. It illustrates Jewish people's life, culture, and history worldwide, which is showcased by film recordings and models. You can also find a children's area within the museum with interactive multimedia displays, which is quite enlightening.

Inside the Nahum Gutman Museum of Art

Eat

Tel Aviv, the culinary capital of Israel, is the best place to explore and indulge in Israeli cuisine. Many restaurants, cafes, and street vendors in the city serve a wide variety of dishes that will make you want more. Even if you are a health-conscious person, there are various options from which you can choose.

Traditional Local Restaurants

Traditional restaurants in Tel Aviv serve the best Israeli cuisines. These cuisines are a mix of modern taste trends, Jewish cooking traditions, and inspiration from Middle Eastern cuisines. These restaurants can help you learn a lot about the local food culture, practices, and history of Tel Aviv by visiting these restaurants and indulging in mouth-watering Israeli food.

Abu Haasan
Mashya
Vitrina
Ha'achim
Port Said

Vegetarian and Vegan

If you are health and environment-conscious and prefer vegan and vegetarian dishes, then Tel Aviv is a haven for you. The city is the Vegan capital of the world because of the massive number of vegans. Many restaurants and cafes in Tel Aviv serve mouth-watering vegan dishes that can make a non-vegetarian turn vegan.

Meshek Barzilay
Bana
Anastasia
Zakaim
Dosa Bar
Tenat
Urban Shaman
Hatool HaYarok

Some of these restaurants also serve non-vegetarian dishes along with vegetarian dishes. You need to make it clear to the waiter about your food preferences while placing the order.

Street Food

The best way to understand Tel Aviv's culture, tradition, and history is by indulging in the local street food. It is because the local street food represents the local communities and their growth.

Bourekas: It is a North African dish that consists of a thin dough; warka. The dough has a filling that usually includes eggs and potatoes and is deep-fried to give a crispy texture.

Burik: It is a meat-filled croquette available in different versions that include spiced beef, onions, and pine nuts as stuffings. Some street food vendors also serve it in dumpling versions with hot and spicy soup.

Kubbeh: It is a Jewish delicacy that is hand-rolled and cooked overnight. Grated tomatoes, fenugreek paste, zhug, and roasted eggs accompany the final dish.

Jachnun: There are many creative versions of the dish in Tel Aviv, but most of them consist of a spicy tomato sauce stew topped with poached eggs. The different versions include goat cheese, sausage, lamb, and vegetables.

Shakshuka: It is a big pita bread filled with deep-fried eggplant slices, hardboiled eggs, boiled potatoes, and a tomato and cucumber salad. A generous amount of amba sauce drizzling is done to fish it.

Sabich: Flaky pastries with savory flavors it is made using puff pastry or phyllo dough, which has a stuffing of cheese, spinach, potato, and many other ingredients. These are served fresh and hot with a hardboiled egg and tangy grated tomato.

These street food items are available at restaurants, cafes, and street vendors but if you want an authentic taste, prefer street vendors as they traditionally serve these dishes. As a tourist, you should choose to buy from these local vendors to support the local environment and help the local communities in Tel Aviv.

Freshly-made potato bourekas on sale at a stall

Drink

Although Israel has no national drink, there is a wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available. While exploring Tel Aviv, you have to indulge in the drinking culture to get Israel's full experience.

Arak
Tubi 60
Campari
Goldstar
Limonana

Over drinking or alcohol abuse is common in Israel, but there are no restrictions on alcoholic beverages' consumption. You can easily find both types of beverages serving at local restaurants, bars, pubs, and cafes. You can also opt for the various outlets and stores of breweries for authentic taste.

Campari: A drink made of alcohol and water infused with herbs and fruits

Tap-water

Tap water in Tel Aviv is relatively safe to drink as the water quality is excellent. You will not get sick after ingesting tap water as the water is appropriately cleaned and filtered before it is made available to the city's different areas. The primary sources of tap water in Tel Aviv include;

The Mediterranean Sea
The Yarkon River

The water from these two primary sources is filtered and desalinized before supplying to different regions. You can find many fountains and other public water sources in the city center area that are free to access and has safe to drink water.

Organic Cafés

As Israel's culinary and vegan capital, you will find that organic cafes are trendy among locals and tourists. These cafes use organic ingredients that are sourced locally and cooked using eco-friendly measures.

Herzog
Nature Boys
Kaimak
Cafe Puaa
CafeXoho
Goodness

These cafes serve unique vegetarian and vegan dishes that are sourced from local Israeli ingredients and have a unique twist in taste and flavors that can make your taste buds dance.

Breweries

Alcoholic beverages like wine and beers are part of Israeli people's regular diet. Israeli alcohol is quite significant for the people because it is part of religious worship and the locals' rituals. There are many breweries in the city from where you can obtain authentic alcohol at its best;

Alexander Beer
Shapiro Brewery
Wise Beer
Oak and Ash Brewery
The Dancing Camel

There are some outlet stores of these breweries that sell authentic beverages from the breweries. You can purchase Israeli drinks from these outlets at reasonable prices and high quality. Most of the bars, pubs, and clubs that serve alcohol in Tel Aviv often overcharge the customers.

Activities

There are many cultural and fun activities in Tel Aviv in which you can participate and enhance your Israeli experience. These activities will help you explore and learn about the local communities' livelihood and feel respectful towards them. Here are some must-try activities while exploring Tel Aviv and getting the most out of your trip;

Visit Surf Point on Dolphinarium Beach
Attend a local festival
Take a street food tour
Participate in beach activities
Rent a bicycle and explore the city
Take a walking tour of Tel Aviv
Attend a silent concert in Rothschild

These cultural and outdoor activities are a great way to explore the city and have a lot of fun with fellow travelers. It will help you in creating a memorable and satisfactory trip to Tel Aviv.

Dolphinarium Beach is a must visit on your trip to Tel Aviv

Yoga and Retreats

Yoga and other fitness activities are quite popular in Tel Aviv as most people are health conscious and like to try out different ways to stay fit. There are many yoga institutes in the city, but not all are authentic ones or have professional teachers. To help you avoid such places, here is a list of some of the most renowned yoga and pilates institute in Tel Aviv;

Studio Sol
Ashtanga Yoga Tel Aviv
Chandra Yoga Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv Yoga

Accommodation

There are many options for accommodation in Tel Aviv that range from cheap to luxurious ones. You can opt for hotels, hostels, guesthouses, rental apartments, couch-surfing, camping, and many other options according to your budget and preferences.

Dan Hotel, Tel Aviv

Green Hotels

Instead of staying at a 5-star hotel, prefer green hotels as they are cheaper and eco-friendly. These hotels follow specific measures to reduce and minimize waste. By using such eco-friendly actions, hotels can meet their corporate social responsibilities. These hotels use eco-friendly practices like the re-use of water for toilets, smart lights, solar power, reusable products like towels, containers, etc.

Townhouse Residence by Brown Hotels
Alma Hotel
The Vera Hotel

Alma Hotel

Hostels and Guest Houses

Hostels and guesthouses are the best options for tight budget travelers as they are cheaper and better modes of accommodation. You can meet other travelers in such places and ask for their experience in the city.

Rothschild Tel-Aviv Studio
Polihosts Old Jaffa
Little Tel-Aviv Hostel
Hayarkon Hostel
Peer Guest House

Apartments

Rental apartments are the best options for people traveling in groups or with their families. These apartments provide various amenities like kitchenware, electronics, etc. that you might need while staying in Tel Aviv. You can opt for booking an apartment before visiting the city or book after seeing the apartment yourself. Make sure not to make any advance payments as you can get scammed and lose your money.

Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing is a widespread practice in Middle Eastern cities as the people are amicable and like to help out foreign tourists. If you are traveling with limited cash or a small budget, you should prefer CouchSurfing as it is a cheap mode of accommodation and quite convenient. Before visiting the city, contact more than one CouchSurfing host to ensure that you have a place to go if your host cannot let you stay at his or her home. By choosing CouchSurfing, you will learn a lot about the places you should visit and things you should avoid from the host or fellow couch surfers.

Camping

If you want to choose an accommodation option that lets you be close to nature and explore biodiversity, camping is the best option. Campsites are a popular mode of accommodation amongst tourists as they are very cheap and allows them to participate in various recreational activities that hotels, hostels, and guesthouses don't provide. Here are some of the renowned campsites in Tel Aviv;

Al-Qastal Camping
Campsite: Base of Oren River
Campsite Bar Giora
Hayarkon Park
Nitzanim Beach Campsite
Yanai Beach Campsite
Yarkon Campsite

While camping at these campsites, you will be able to participate in activities that will help you learn about the local culture and broaden your knowledge about Tel Aviv. Also, make sure to respect the campsites and the environment and only use eco-friendly practices to avoid any negative impact from you.

Hayarkon Park

How to Get There

If you want to visit Tel Aviv, the best way to reach it is by the Ben Gurion International Airport, but you can opt for other transportation options like the train, rental car, hitchhiking, or boat. These options are cheaper than airplane rides but lack in comfort.

Air

If you want to reach Tel Aviv directly from your home country, then the best option is an airplane ride. The primary airport in Tel Aviv is the Ben Gurion Airport, which is about 15 kilometers in the southeast direction from the city. The airport provides travelers with airport shuttle bus service to reach the city comfortability and without any charge. You can also choose to travel through a rental car or a taxi, but you will have to pay for their services, and they may overcharge you.

Ben Gurion International Airport

Bus

It is the most used and affordable mode of transportation to a different part of the city. You can easily find many private and public bus services after landing at the airport that provides affordable and comfortable travel to the city center. These buses also offer specific tours for foreigners to help them visit many tourist places. Tel Aviv buses are under the control of the Tel Aviv Central Bus Station that is run by three major bus companies; Kavim, Metropoline, and Dan Bus Company.

A bus by the Dan Bus comapny

Train

The primary railway station in Tel Aviv is the Tel Aviv Central Railway Station, which controls intercity and intracity train travel. Trains are the most efficient mode of traveling to different areas inside and outside Tel Aviv. The government of Tel Aviv is planning to launch a light rail network in 2020 but is still work in progress.

Train at the Tel Aviv University Station

Hitchhiking

Hitchhiking is the best mode of getting to Tel Aviv if you are a little short in cash. It is a standard mode of traveling in the Middle East, Europe, and America, which doesn't cost a penny to the traveler. The local Israeli people are welcoming and friendly and eager to help people looking for a highways lift. Unlike other countries, where you can ask for a ride by showing a thumbs up, Israeli people will not understand this action. If you want to ask for a lift in Israel, you will need to point your finger to the ground while keeping your hand away from your body.

Others

Other modes of transport in Tel Aviv include rental car services, taxis, and boats. These modes are not friendly to the environment, and the drivers may overcharge you. If you want to travel using a private vehicle, prefer electronic modes like cars, bikes, and bicycles, which are eco-friendly and affordable.

Moving Around

While exploring Tel Aviv, you will hardly face any difficulty navigating to different locations as the transportation network of Tel Aviv is one of the best. You can move around the city by walking or using bicycles, public buses, trains, and electronic vehicles. These transportation modes are environment and budget-friendly.

Walk

If you want to get a first-hand experience of the local Israeli culture and the people's livelihood, then walking is the best way for you. It is one of the healthiest forms of moving around the city as it keeps you fit. Also, it is doesn't cost you a single penny. You can even reach places where there is no proper road or path and discover the hidden gems.

Bicycle

Bicycles are another healthy way of moving around the city. Although, you will need to pay some amount for renting them out from the local bicycle shops. It is a great alternative way for those tourists who can't walk long distances but still want to stay fit. Bicycles are trendy amongst tourists, so book them a day or two beforehand. You can opt for simple bicycles and electronic bicycles as they are both eco-friendly and affordable.

Electronic Vehicles

Electronic cars, bikes, and bicycles are gaining popularity among locals and tourists as they are affordable and eco-friendly. The Tel Aviv government has set up many charging stations and free parking zones for electronic vehicles' users to promote environmentally-friendly measures amongst the locals and tourists. You can find an electronic vehicle store in almost every Tel Aviv district that offers the customers rental and buying services. You can rent an electronic vehicle according to your comfort, traveling distance, and the number of persons.

Public Bus

Public buses are the most convenient way of moving around the city for the local people as these buses' routes include almost all significant areas. While exploring the city, you can use public buses to move from one part of the town to another with a small chargeable fee. You will find more locals than tourists using available buses than tourists. You can interact with the locals on the bus to gather knowledge about the city and its culture. A few public buses' routes can also take you to the city's outskirts to visit the less popular places in Tel Aviv.

Tram, Train and Subway

Tel Aviv's railway network is on the verge of revolution. You will find that the city's government is planning to launch a Light Rail Metro for a comfortable and convenient transport mode. The current railway network is the fastest way of reaching different parts of the city. You will find no trams in Tel Aviv, and the locals and tourists prefer the trains to travel long distances. The trains are an efficient way of moving around the city, and the three sub-stations serves customers in getting train rides from different areas of the city.

A shorter prototype of the Tel Aviv Red Line LRT train car

Sustainable Shopping

Also called eco-shopping, it is a new shopping trend of using organic products that are sourced from the local environment of the business and has no negative impact. These eco-friendly products come in a wide range, such as clothing items, accessories, handbags, shoes, decorative items, make-up, household utility items, etc. These products help promote local businesses and resources rather than international brands that violate many environmental laws. You can find such things at the local food markets, flea markets, eco-fashion stores, and second-hand stores in many areas of Tel Aviv city.

Food Markets

Tel Aviv has access to the Meditteranean Sea, which is why you can find fresh produce of seafood, fruits, vegetables, spices, and other food items in the Food Markets of Tel Aviv. The vendors in food markets sell quality products at a better price than the retail stores, which often sell days old products. These markets are the best places to observe and learn about the local culture and food. Here are some popular food markets in Tel Aviv;

Fish and Chips market
Shuc
Carmel Market
Tel Aviv Port Market
North Market
Sarona Market
Makati Cabalen

Carmel Market

Flea Markets

These markets sell second-hand goods that are of good quality and low prices. These markets are ideal for people belonging to low-income groups or tourists with a low budget. There are many flea markets in Tel Aviv that sell second-hand goods at reasonable prices and are worth your money. Some of the best flea markets of the city are;

Shuk HaCarmel
Greek Market
Main Bazaar
Bezalel Market
Dizengoff Flea Market

Vendors sell vegetables in the Carmel Market in Tel Aviv, Israel

Second Hand Stores

Second-hand stores are commonplace to find products that are reusable and are in mint condition. These stores are prevalent places for shopping among low-income groups and budgeted tourists. These stores sell almost all kinds of products, and you can even find unique souvenirs for your loved ones back home. These shops are great places to look for antique items that are quite valuable. Some of the best second-hand stores in Tel Aviv are;

Chelsy True Closet
Ani Shlishi
Bigudit WIZO
Limonada
Aderet Second Hand
Mithalfod BePassage

Eco-Fashion

It is also called sustainable fashion, a new trend in recent years that has taken over the fashion industry. You will find that many supermodels promote such clothing items, which as led to their prevalence all over the world. These clothes are made of organic substances and eco-friendly materials and negatively impact the local environment. There are many eco-fashion stores in Tel Aviv which are owned by local people. You can visit such stores to help the local businesses in growing. Some of the best eco-fashion stores in Tel Aviv are:

In Between Fashion
Story
Vintage Kassima
Mayo Fashion
Emma Fashion
Dorin Frankfurt

Recycling

Recycling is an essential process that helps in converting waste materials into new materials or objects. These items are friendly to the environment and the users' budget as they are cheap and convenient to use. You will find that there are many recycling stores and businesses in Tel Aviv where you can take your non-degradable waste for recycling. The Tel Aviv government has put forth many measures for the proper disposal of garbage and awareness regarding recyclable and reusable items. These measures are the reason for maintained pollution rates.

Waste

There are several laws laid down by the Tel Aviv government for proper disposal of garbage from homes and industries. These rules are to be followed by locals and tourists. You will find that there are different garbage containers allocated for different types of waste. You can see garbage containers in every street and square of the city where the locals can dump their garbage. If any tourist or local person doesn't follow such rules, then they are fined. As a responsible tourist, you need to be aware of such laws and follow them to avoid harming the local environment and travel in an eco-friendly manner.

Work and Study Abroad

There are several opportunities for tourists or foreign individuals interested in studying or working in Tel Aviv. As a hub for education and commercial activities in Israel, the job and educational facilities are the best. While visiting the city, you can get in touch with the educational institutes and ask them about the procedure for enrolling foreign nationality students.

Exchange Student

The student exchange program is a worldwide program that helps students of different nationalities study in another country's educational institutions. The program promotes learning about the culture, history, and traditions of other countries. You can easily enroll in the program by visiting the official website. Some educational institutes in Tel Aviv are part of the student exchange program and are the best place for a foreign nationality student to study. Here are some renowned colleges in Tel Aviv that are part of the program;

Shenkar College of Engineering and Design
The Academic College of Tel Aviv - Taffo
Afeka College of Engineering

Au Pair

Au pairing is a relatively new concept where a foreign couple or an individual can help families manage their household and healthcare. You can find some Israeli families on the Au Pairing website that need assistance. An au pair receives certain monetary benefits in exchange for their help. It is a great way to understand Israeli people's livelihood and significant issues that they face daily. By supporting a family in need, you can help them live a better life and feel self-satisfied.

Volunteering

If you want to learn about the deep-rooted problems in Tel Aviv, then volunteering is the right way for you. There are many organizations in Tel Aviv which help out the locals in living a better life. You can participate in these volunteering activities organized by such organizations and help them spread awareness regarding major issues like; animal protection, environment protection, humanitarian rights, women and child abuse, proper disposal of garbage, etc. By helping these organizations, you will learn about the city and its people and provide your valuable help in resolving the major problems. Here are some renowned volunteering organizations in Tel Aviv;

Jaffa Social Nucleus
ProWoman Organization
Israel Cancer Association
Von Edison Alouisci
Kibbutz Volunteers Program Center