10 Things To Do In Haifa, Israel

1. Walk around the Baha’i Gardens

One of the most noticeable landmarks in Haifa is the Baha’i Temple and Gardens. While those who are not members of the Baha’i faith cannot enter the temple, visitors may roam the gardens. There are a total of nineteen terraced gardens along the Baha’i World Centre. The gardens are divided into three major sections: the lower section, by the German Colony; the middle section, where the tomb of Bab, the founder of the Baha’i is; and the upper section, near the Louis Promenade and where the main gate is.

Baha'i Gardens

Address: 31001, Yefe Nof St 61, Haifa, Israel

Website: Baha'i Gardens

2. Walk along the Louis Promenade

Locally known as Tayelet, the promenade is 400-meters (1312 ft) long and holds a beautiful view of the Haifa Bay, Acre, Mount Hermon, and Rosh Haikra. One can enjoy a magnificent view of all of Haifa as they walk along the promenade. It was built in 1992 by Paul and May Goldschmidt, who wished to build a memorial dedicated to their son, Louis Ariel Goldschmidt, a young boy who loved the beauty of Haifa so much.

Louis Promenade

Address: Yaff Nof Street, Haifa, Israel

Website: Louis Promenade

3. Cable Car & visit Stella Maris Carmelite Monastery

The Haifa Cable Cars are located on top of Haifa, traversing the Bat Galim Promenade up to the Carmel Ridge. The ride gives the passengers an enjoyable view of the city of Haifa and its beautiful sights. It is also the most convenient way to visit the 19th-century Carmelite Monastery, Stella Maris — which is Latin for “Star of the Sea.” The monastery has a church, a chapel, and a lighthouse within its vicinity; also a World War II fortification may be seen.

Haifa Cable Cars

Address: Haifa, Israel

Website: Cable Car

4. Go beach-hopping

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2/2 Dado Beach, Haifa P1020647

There are several beaches along the coast of Haifa, most notable of which are Bat Galim and Dado Beach. The beaches are open for men only during Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, while it is open for women only on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Everyone can enjoy the beach on Saturdays.

Bat Galim is located along the Margolin Platform Street, along the Rosh HaCarmel area. It is one the oldest and most famous beaches in Haifa. Due to its location, it is pleasant and still all year round.

Dado Beach is located just across from the Hof HaCarmel train station. It was named after David (Dado) Elazar who was the Chief of Staff during the Yom Kippur War. The beach is known for the gardens and shops along it. It also features a dancing arena and an amphitheater.

Bat Galim

Address: Bat Galim, Haifa, Israel

Website: Bat Galim

The Dado Beach

Address: Dado Beach, Haifa, Israel

Website: The Dado Beach

5. Stroll down the German Colony

The German Colony is the city’s culture and tourism center. It was restored to its origins as a German Templer community from the 1860s. Located just below the Baha’i Gardens, it is considered Haifa’s largest tourist attraction. Ben Gurion Avenue, the colony’s main road, is lined with several cafés, restaurants, and boutiques.

German Colony

Address: Haifa, Israel

Website: The German Colony

6. Visit the city’s art & cultural centers

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2/2 Haifa Museum of Art

There several centers for art and culture around Haifa, (one of which is stated above: the German Colony). There are a few more notable places such as the Ursula Malbin Sculpture Garden, the Beit Hagefen Arab-Jewish Cultural Center at Wadi Nisnas, and the Haifa Art Museum.

The Ursula Malbin Sculpture Museum is a park that displays 29 bronze sculptures by Berlin-born Jewish artist Ursula Malbin. The sculptures depict children at play among the greenery. This garden is said to be “the first public sculpture garden in the world dedicated to the works of one artist.” The sculpture garden is located between Zionism Avenue 112 and Second November Road. Beit Hagefen Arab-Jewish Cultural Center is a cultural center for national, ethnic, and religious groups. It houses an art gallery that is dedicated to local Middle Eastern and international art that is largely about multiculturalism.

The Haifa Art Museum is but one of the six museums managed by the Haifa Museums, a company that manages municipal museums around Haifa for the benefit of the public. Also called as the Museum of Modern Art, the Haifa Art Museum was established in 1951, and it is the 3rd largest museum in Israel. The exhibits in the museum focus largely on Israeli and international contemporary art.

The Ursula Malbin Sculpture Museum

Address: 112 Zionism Avenue, Haifa, Israel

Website: The Ursula Malbin Sculpture Museum

Beit Hagefen Arab-Jewish Cultural Center

Address: 2 Hagefen, Haifa, Israel

Website: Beit Hagefen Arab-Jewish Cultural Center

Haifa Art Museum

Address: Shabtai Levi Street, Haifa, Israel

Website: Haifa Art Museum

7. Visit Carmel National Park

Carmel National Park is also a natural reserve that is located at Mount Carmel. There are several points of interest around the park including the Muhraka Monastery, Mishmar Hacarmel Farm, and Mount Shokef (which is the highest peak of the central Carmel range). It is the largest national park in Israel.

Carmel National Park

Address: Haifa, Israel

Website: Carmel National Park

8. Go to the Tomb of Avdimi of Haifa

The Tomb of Avdimi of Haifa is deemed “one of the hotspots for the visitors of Haifa” as per the Haifa Tourist Board officials. The tomb is within the complex of an ancient Jewish cemetery. Also, it is a pilgrimage point for individuals seeking blessings for good health, wealth, and the like.

Tomb of Avdimi of Haifa

Address: Abadimi, Haifa, Israel

Website: Tomb of Avdimi of Haifa

9. Visit Madatech (Science & Technology Museum)

Also known as the Israel National Museum of Science, Technology, and Space — the Madatech is the largest science museum in Israel. It was established in 1983, and features historical sites as the Technion Building, which is the first academic institution of the country, and a palm tree that Albert Einstein planted in 1923.

Madatech (Science & Technology Museum)

Address: Shmaryahu Levin St., Haifa, Israel

Website: Madatech

10. Go to the Haifa Educational Zoo

The Haifa Educational Zoo is located in the mountainous terrain of Merkas Hacarmel, within the Gan Ha’Em Park. The zoo is a 7.5 acre (3 hectare) contemporary zoo that boasts “new” cages that makes the interaction between the animals and visitors closer, comfortable, and interactive. It houses more than 100 species of wildlife, from mammals to various plant life.

Haifa Educational Zoo

Address: Ha-Tishbi St 124, Haifa, Israel

Website: Haifa Educational Zoo

A treat for locals and tourists alike

Haifa may be a small city — but it offers a lot for its visitors! More than just its beauty, its history and culture would make one’s stay most enjoyable and fulfilling. So what are you waiting for? Visit the beautiful shore soon!