The southern area of Tel Aviv offers a glimpse into the inhabitants' day-to-day life. Explore the neighborhoods, markets and streets of southern Tel Aviv and experience a bit of the special charm and offbeat places in the south

A walk down Rothschild Boulevard

Start your day with a walk down Rothschild Boulevard and Shenkin neighborhood.  If you haven't gone on a Bauhaus tour, this will be your opportunity to take a look at some of the most famous Bauhaus buildings in Tel Aviv. Start off at Habima Theatre at the top of Rothschild Blvd, work your way down the blvd and then move onto Yehuda Halevi St, which should bring you directly to Neve Tzedek.

Neve Tzedek

If not the nicest, then certainly one of the nicest neighiborhoods in Tel Aviv, Neve Tzedek offers a variety of exciting views and activities. Start off at the Suzanne Dellal Center and walk around one of Tel Aviv's nicest squares. From there, follow any route you like according to the suggestions we offer. Either stay in this area for lunch (you can enjoy a light lunch at Tazza D'oro restaurant or have something more substantial at NG), or head to Florentine Neighborhood for a more rustic experience.

Levinsky Market

Levinsky market has plenty to offer, especially in the department of spices, nuts, dry fruits and delicatessen products, such as pickles, herring and many other regional delights (mainly from Turkey, Romania, Greece etc.).  There are spice shops and delis scattered down the street, where you have a wide variety of fresh, smoked, cured and conserved products. Grab a Turkish Burekas in one of the small stands and enjoy the interesting and colorful variety around. The vendors are a little possessive about their merchandise, so expect to get some nasty looks if you spend too much time picking the best of the pile. There are pre-arranged tours in Levinsky Market, if you prefer. Ask at the tourist offices for more up-to-date details and a weekly schedule.
Address: Levinsky Street (Starting off from Haaliya St.)  

For a light lunch or cup of coffee, you can try Sihralé Espresso Art Bar, a little vegetarian café on Yedidia Frankel St.

Hacarmel Market

In the late afternoon, the markets close. If you manage to make it in time, catch a taxi or a bus from Florentine to Hacarmel Market no later than 17:00, and experience closing time at the market.  The vendors lower their prices and the alley of the market is filled with the sound of bidding: "ten for NIS 5!", "Only today ladies and gentlemen!", "The vendor has lost his mind! Best offer!" etc.  If you prefer a less hectic experience, turn the day around and start off at Hacarmel Market and only then work your way down to NEve Tzedek and Florentine. The nearby pedestrian mall on Nachalat Binyamin Street is also lovely, especially on the days the market is open (check out our listing for further details).
After a stroll in the Marketplace, move on to the nearby Kerem Hataymanim (Yemenite Vineyard) neighborhood.
Continue your touring of the southern area by night, and visit the bars on Lilenblum Street.