Sight guide · Tel Aviv · Israel
Visiting Jaffa Port
One of the oldest harbours on the Mediterranean, Jaffa Port still has fishing boats tied up alongside converted warehouses that now hold fish restaurants, galleries and a small food hall.
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Quick answer
Jaffa Port is a waterfront in Jaffa, Tel Aviv. Allow 1–2 hours; it is free. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Waterfront
- Area
- Jaffa
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- free, food, views and after dark
- Best months
- April–June
About Jaffa Port
One of the oldest harbours on the Mediterranean, Jaffa Port still has fishing boats tied up alongside converted warehouses that now hold fish restaurants, galleries and a small food hall. The breakwater gives views of Old Jaffa above and the city skyline to the north.
Tip: Combine it with Old Jaffa: walk down the steps from the hill and finish with grilled fish on the quay.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 1–2 hours.
- Cost: Free — no ticket needed for the main area.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Jaffa, stone alleys, a fishing port, flea-market shops and hummus counters at the southern end of the seafront.
Best time to visit Jaffa Port
Jaffa Port is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- May: 26°C (79°F) highs, about 1 rainy days, busy crowds.
- June: 28°C (82°F) highs, about 0 rainy days, very busy crowds.
- April: 23°C (73°F) highs, about 3 rainy days, busy crowds.
For the view at golden hour: in mid-May the sun sets at about 19:31 local time (calculated for Tel Aviv).
When to visit Tel Aviv has the full month-by-month picture.
Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Tel Aviv itinerary visits Jaffa Port on day 1, together with Old Jaffa, Jaffa Flea Market (Shuk HaPishpeshim) and Rothschild Boulevard.
- No. 4 of the 19 sights in our Tel Aviv things-to-do list.
- Day 1 of the 1-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 2-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 5-day plan.
- Listed in free things to do in Tel Aviv.
Near Jaffa Port
Also in Jaffa, so you can walk between them:
- Old Jaffa — 2–3 hours, free
- Jaffa Flea Market (Shuk HaPishpeshim) — 1–2 hours, free
If you like Jaffa Port
- Carmel Market — Kerem HaTeimanim, 1–2 hours
- Rothschild Boulevard — Rothschild and the city centre, 1 hour
- Tel Aviv Port — Old North, 1–2 hours
- Sarona — Rothschild and the city centre, 1–2 hours
Staying near Jaffa Port
Stay in Jaffa ($$$) to walk here: stone alleys, a fishing port, flea-market shops and hummus counters at the southern end of the seafront. All areas to stay in Tel Aviv.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Jaffa Port?
Plan 1–2 hours. With Old Jaffa nearby, it fits a half-day in Jaffa.
+Is Jaffa Port free?
Yes, it is free to visit.
+When is the best time to visit Jaffa Port?
April–June for the most comfortable weather. Combine it with Old Jaffa: walk down the steps from the hill and finish with grilled fish on the quay.
+Do I need to book Jaffa Port in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.