Why? Go rock-climbing, browse street markets, dine on seafood in the Old Port, party the night away, sunbathe on the beach or tour a top museum. These are just some of the diversions available on a holiday in Tel Aviv, which like New York, is a 'city that never sleeps'. The vibrant commercial centre of Israel, Tel Aviv is hip and happening, and a Tel Aviv holiday is likely to leave you rejuvenated and keen to come back for more.
When? Weather-wise any time of year is a good time to travel to Tel Aviv, but spring and autumn are cheaper for accommodation. July and August are high season for Israeli holidaymakers, when the city becomes extremely crowded and it may be difficult to get hotel and restaurant bookings for your Tel Aviv holiday, likewise during the Passover holiday in April.
Who for? A holiday in Tel Aviv is great for families looking for fun in the sun, using one of the beachfront hotels as a base. Shopaholics also lust for Tel Aviv's many malls and markets. A Tel Aviv holiday is also a favourite with young travellers who revel in the nightlife and young vibe of the city.
More Info: Use our comprehensive Tel Aviv travel guide to find out all you can do and see during your Tel Aviv holiday. The guide is updated regularly and can be printed out to take with you when you travel to Tel Aviv.

Tel Aviv beach © IMOT

Tel Aviv is a vibrant modern city that is best known for its sun-drenched beaches, pumping nightclubs, designer shopping, crowded street markets and high culture. What it lacks in antiquities, Tel Aviv makes up for in commerce. One third of Israel's population have made this bustling metropolis home. Over weekends, residents from nearby towns head to Tel Aviv looking for entertainment and relaxation and city-slickers spill out onto the city's beaches to soak up the Mediterranean sun along a six-mile (10km) stretch of golden sand. The diversity of the population is reflected in the architectural variations and influences, such as the Yemenite Quarter and the Vodka cafes of Allenby Street. Tel Aviv also provides an ideal base from which to explore other parts of Israel, including Jaffa, the Galilee area and Caesarea.