12 day trips from Tel Aviv

Are you in Tel Aviv and would like to explore the region for a day? Here are the 12 excursions from Tel Aviv that we recommend!

The most lively city of Israel, Tel Aviv has been the trendy destination for a few years. Enjoying a generous climate and a good atmosphere, it offers a real time of escape.

If you’re in the area a few times, you also have the opportunity to enjoy many opportunities for excursions. Israel being a small country, travel is rather easy!

Here are the twelve day trips from Tel Aviv that Wanderlix has selected for you!

1. Dead Sea with Massada Ein Gedi

The Dead Sea is a distant but indispensable excursion from Tel Aviv. Located 430 meters below sea level, the most salty water in the world allows everyone to float without any effort. A unique experience, which will especially delight those who cannot swim!

Before the Dead Sea, discover the oasis of the Ein Gedi reserve. A splendid place, where the colors are magnificent for such a deserted region.

Nearby, the desert offers to your eyes the famous ruins of Massada, the fortress of King Herod, which dates from 2,000 years. It is one of the high places of Israeli tourism, both for its history and for the landscapes offered.

2. Rosh HaNikra

A few meters from the Lebanese border, Rosh HaNikra is a magical place and a gift from the Earth. The caves are indeed unique and majestic, where the color of the water is superb.

Once out of the caves, it is possible to walk along the highest cliffs of the country. Finally, if time allows, do not miss the nearby marine reserve. A day trip from Tel Aviv more than recommended.

3. Jericho

Is this the oldest city in the world? With traces of human presence dating from 9,000 before our era, archaeologists think so.

Several times quoted in the Bible, Jericho is a day trip from Tel Aviv quite spiritual. Its most remarkable place is the Tell es-Sultan, the ruins of the biblical city.

Nearby, we also discover the palace of Hisham dating from the omeyade califat, as well as the Hasmonean palace. The Mont de la Tentation , reached by cableway, offers a splendid view of the new city. Indeed, one can visit a monastery dug in the rock.

4. Galilee region: Nazareth, Tiberias, Lake Tiberias, Mont des Béatitudes, Capharnaüm

Famous day trip from Tel Aviv, the route takes us to important places for Christian pilgrims.

It begins with Nazareth, the city of Christ, where there are many places mentioned in the Bible. Then we go to the discovery of Lake Tiberias, located more than 200 meters below sea level.

A pleasant city, Tiberiada also houses historical vestiges. Finally, north of the lake, you can discover the village of Capharnaüm, also called Capernaum, marked by the presence of magnificent ruins and landscapes.

5. Acre

For history enthusiasts, Acre is a special destination. This trip from Tel-Aviv allows you to discover one of the central cities of the Crusades, the former Saint-Jean d’Acre. Today, the city is full of many riches.

Of course, the Crusaders left the most important traces, with the old town and the fortress of the Hospitallers, as well as the tunnel of the Templars.

But the Ottomans also went from their most beautiful buildings, with the Turkish bath and the famous bazaar.

6. Haifa

Third city of the country, Haifa is a refreshing day trip from Tel Aviv. Its remarkable place is represented by the baha’ies terraces, which are beautiful suspended gardens, located on Mount Carmel.

A wonderful walk with the Mausoleum of the Báb at the top, founder of the babistic religion. The rest of the city is very pleasant to walk and sit on the terrace.

Here we discover Elijah’s cellar, which appears in the Bible, and even a Japanese Arts Museum! Further, the archaeological site of En Afek is to be done if you have time.

7. Bethlehem

Bethlehem is one of the most famous excursions from Tel Aviv. According to Christians, it was in the cave of the church of the Nativity that Jesus of Nazareth would be born. The museum of the city, rich and exciting, retraces the history of the past Bethlehem.

Close to the city, the monastery of Mar Saba is just as beautiful. Finally, don't miss the pools of Solomon which are three old tanks. According to legend, it dates from the time of King Solomon, more than 2,000 years. Isolated from the rest of the city, the walk around is appreciated by the locals.

8. Jerusalem

The birthplace of the three religions, Jerusalem is the day trip from the most famous Tel Aviv. Every traveler going to Israel passes through Jerusalem. Of course, it is in the old town that the most important buildings are concentrated.

On the Temple Mount, also called Haram al Sharif, we find the Islamic treasures that are the Dome of the Rock and the al-Aqsa Mosque.

The whole is the most sacred place of Judaism, including Wall of Lamentations down. In Christians, the sacred place is the Holy Sepulchre. Jerusalem is also the Mount of Olives or the memorial of Yad Vashem. It is above all a unique, multi-ethnic and magical city!

9. Zikhron Yaakov

Oenology enthusiasts will enjoy this day trip from Tel Aviv. Zikhron Yaakov is indeed famous for its vineyards.

The main street of the city is almost exclusively composed of wine cellars with possibility of tasting!

On the historical side, Zikhron Yaakov was known for hosting the first Jews performing their aliyah around the 1880s. A museum is dedicated to it. If time allows, the NILI Museum, richly decorated, is also recommended

10. Caesarea

If you love Roman history, then this trip from Tel Aviv is made for you. The city of Caesarea has many Roman ruins.

An aqueduct, an amphitheatre, temples... Everything is very well preserved and beautiful! Caesarea being located by the sea, you can also relax at the beach the beautiful season.

The beach of the aqueduct is the most impressive since it is crossed by the famous aqueduct! A real postcard landscape.

11. Herzliya

Herzliya, the founder of Zionism, is a very simple excursion from Tel-Aviv because the city is located in its suburbs.

Herzliya is the ideal place for those who want to take rest. These include beautiful beaches and a marina.

Herzliya allows you to make beautiful walks and to have lunch or take a drink by the sea. Not much to visit but a place of relaxation par excellence.

12. Jaffa

We finish our selection with a day trip from Tel Aviv... while staying there! Jaffa is indeed his old town and port.

The full name is Tel-Aviv-Jaffa. Nevertheless, Jaffa is a bit out of the new city and you can easily spend the day there.

The main visit is the discovery of paved alleys and, of course, of the port. Its bell tower is the emblem of Jaffa that we notice from afar. Finally, if you are on the right day, don't miss the chip market (Flea Market)!