Introduction to Tel Aviv

For years little more than a residential suburb of the ancient port city of Jaffa, Tel Aviv rapidly prospered into Israel's largest city and principal commercial and cultural hub following independence. A cosmopolitan, vibrant city of 1 million inhabitants – spread over a large area of contrasting suburban districts – it has a distinctly Western feel by Middle Eastern standards. Far less "Orthodox" than the capital, Jerusalem, the atmosphere is more familiar to European and American visitors. Tel Aviv’s tourism has doubled to 2 million visitors a year since the early 1980s and holidays here combine a lively cosmopolitan atmosphere which 8 miles of beachfront, culture & art, nightlife & dining and Jaffa, which was once an important seaport in ancient times.

Getting There & Around

Ben Gurion Airport at Tel Aviv is the main point of entry to Israel by air. Security is strict at this first class airport which also boasts one of the worlds largest duty-free shopping malls. The train station at the airport has good connections to the city or alternatively there is a good bus service and taxis are available. Tel Aviv has a modern, regular and widespread bus network or you can use a taxi which usually operate a meter.

Weather

Tel Aviv has a Mediterranean climate with hot, humid summers, pleasant springs and autumns and typically cool, wet winters. The average daily temperatures in Celcius:

Who it suits

Tel Aviv is an international tourist destination with a reputation as a city that never sleeps. Its historic past makes it an interesting place to visit for those who love history and it is also a good base to explore other areas of Israel from.

Tel Aviv is a great destination for a holiday but it can also be part of a multi-centre visit to Israel and we'd be happy to plan an itinerary to suit you. If you would like to discuss your Tel Aviv holiday, please call us on 0208 816 8789 or email us via the 'Contact Us' page and we'll get right back to you.