Located on Israel's Mediterranean coast, a flight and hotel in Tel Aviv offers travellers the opportunity to swim in crystal clear waters, eat delicious street food and explore some of the world's most fascinating historical sites. From the ancient Jaffa Port to the mesmerising Modern Art Museum, there are endless attractions, cafes and fantastic markets to discover on a trip to this Middle Eastern gem.
Those arriving on city breaks in Tel Aviv will land at Ben Gurion International Airport. Located some 15 km away from the city centre, the airport is connected to by several transport options including buses, taxis and, the most convenient way to reach Tel Aviv, a train which stops at all four major stations in the city.
The sweetest spots for package holidays in Tel Aviv are March, April and September through to October. This is when temperatures are warm enough to enjoy the best of the city but the attractions and beaches won't be too crowded. If you are seeking to explore Tel Aviv's shops, museums and cafes and you aren't concerned with spending time at the beach, then winter is a superb time for a weekend in Tel Aviv as prices are much cheaper and you will feel like you have the city all to yourself.
Jaffa Port embodies the essence of old Tel Aviv and is thought to be one of the oldest ports in the world. A stroll up the stairs away from the port and you will find yourself in the district of Old Jaffa. The ancient alleyways and streets are packed with cute cafes and artists' galleries. The highlight of the district is the suspended orange tree installation. Nahalat Binyamin Street Market is the perfect spot to purchase local crafts, ranging from wood carvings to paintings. The market is open every Tuesday and Friday so don't miss it when you are here on a flight from Cork to Tel Aviv.
Sarona Market, hosting a range of speciality food vendors, and Carmel Market, which is Tel Aviv's largest, are two excellent alternatives that deserve a place on your weekend in Tel Aviv itinerary. Park Hayarkon is popular with locals and is an excellent place to relax with a picnic on a sunny Tel Aviv afternoon. The urban space and green lung of the city also facilitates a range of sports and a charming rock garden featuring over 3,500 species of plants.
Dizengoff Street is often referred to as 'the strip' of Tel Aviv. However, it is named so not for its glitzy casinos but because it is considered the trendiest place in town to shop, grab some food or enjoy a post-sightseeing pint when in the city on a flight from Dublin to Tel Aviv. Beit Ben-Gurion was the home of the former leader of Israel and you can peruse his bookshelf and learn more about this notable politician from the exhibits which have been erected since his house opened up the public in the 1970s. Other places to visit when you book a flight and hotel in Tel Aviv include:
Israeli food is heavily influenced by both European and Arab cuisine and sampling the delicious flatbreads and succulent kebabs is one of the highlights of city breaks in Tel Aviv. Falafel, hummus and tahini should all be on your must-try foods, along with baba ganoush, local meatballs and lechem bread when you book a flight to Tel Aviv.
Despite being a small country, Israel is an excellent producer of wine and bringing back a bottle is the perfect gift for yourself, friends or family. Tahini is taken very seriously in Tel Aviv and the many markets sell a range of types and flavours to pack in your suitcase. Turkish coffee is also easily purchased here or why not pick up some beauty products made with the mineral-rich mud and salt of the Dead Sea?