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Visiting Tel Aviv Port
The old port at the northern end of the promenade has a wide undulating wooden deck, restaurants, bars and shops in former hangars, and a covered farmers' market, Shuk HaNamal.
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Quick answer
Tel Aviv Port is a waterfront in Old North, Tel Aviv. Allow 1–2 hours; it is free. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Waterfront
- Area
- Old North
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- free, kids, food and after dark
- Best months
- April–June
About Tel Aviv Port
The old port at the northern end of the promenade has a wide undulating wooden deck, restaurants, bars and shops in former hangars, and a covered farmers' market, Shuk HaNamal. It is a favourite spot for sunset walks, children on scooters and weekend brunch.
Tip: Go for brunch at the covered market on a Friday or Saturday, then walk to Yarkon Park.
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: Old North, residential streets, Basel Street cafés and easy access to the Port and Yarkon Park.
Best time to visit Tel Aviv Port
Tel Aviv 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 Tel Aviv Port on day 2, together with Carmel Market, Tel Aviv beaches and promenade and White City Bauhaus architecture.
- No. 14 of the 19 sights in our Tel Aviv things-to-do list.
- Day 2 of the 2-day plan.
- Day 2 of the 5-day plan.
- Listed in free things to do in Tel Aviv.
- A family favourite in Tel Aviv with kids.
Near Tel Aviv Port
Also in Old North, so you can walk between them:
- Yarkon Park — 2–3 hours, free
- Dizengoff Street and Square — 1–2 hours, free
If you like Tel Aviv Port
- Old Jaffa — Jaffa, 2–3 hours
- Carmel Market — Kerem HaTeimanim, 1–2 hours
- Tel Aviv beaches and promenade — Beachfront and HaYarkon Street, Half a day
- Jaffa Port — Jaffa, 1–2 hours
Staying near Tel Aviv Port
Stay in Old North ($$$) to walk here: residential streets, Basel Street cafés and easy access to the Port and Yarkon Park. All areas to stay in Tel Aviv.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Tel Aviv Port?
Plan 1–2 hours. With Yarkon Park nearby, it fits a half-day in Old North.
+Is Tel Aviv Port free?
Yes, it is free to visit.
+When is the best time to visit Tel Aviv Port?
April–June for the most comfortable weather. Go for brunch at the covered market on a Friday or Saturday, then walk to Yarkon Park.
+Do I need to book Tel Aviv Port in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.
+Is Tel Aviv Port good for kids?
Yes, it is one of our family picks in Tel Aviv. Tel Aviv is easy with children: lifeguarded beaches, the wide promenade for scooters, Yarkon Park's lakes and playgrounds, and plenty of child-friendly restaurants.