Tel Aviv-Jaffa: 3-Hour Private Old Jaffa Walking Tour & Legends
Description
Unlock the ancient secrets of Jaffa on a private walking tour. Wander through 4,000 years of history, from Andromeda's Rock to hidden artists' studios. Hear tales of conquerors, fishermen, and saints in the timeless stone alleys. Why this tour is unique: Myth & History Combined: We connect ancient Greek legends, biblical stories, and Ottoman history to the very streets you walk. Hidden Corners Revealed: Discover secret artistic havens and viewpoints missed by most visitors. Your Pace, Your Interests: As a private tour, you decide where to linger—be it an art gallery, a historical site, or a portside café.
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Itinerary
Meet your guide at this iconic Ottoman landmark. Get an overview of Jaffa's 4000-year history and discuss your tour's flow.
Ascend through the ancient stone alleys. Hear the Greek myth of Andromeda and Perseus at the famous rock, and enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Tel Aviv coastline.
Wander the serene, labyrinthine lanes of the restored artist quarter. Cross the Wishing Bridge, see St. Peter's Church, and peek into hidden art galleries and studios.
Descend to the ancient port. Feel the working atmosphere, see fishing boats, and learn about Jaffa's role as a gateway to the Holy Land for centuries.
Immerse yourself in the colors and sounds of the famous flea market. Browse antiques, vintage furniture, and unique crafts, and feel the area's trendy revival.
See Jaffa's largest mosque and explore the historic Ottoman-era square (Kikar Kedumim), the archaeological garden that reveals the city's layered past.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up service is available from your hotel, apartment or other meeting point in the city centre.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(7)
Very interesting and informative tour with friendly and knowledgeable guide. He was happy to adapt the tour based on our particular preferences and gave a good insight to life in Israel as well as the details of the places we visited. Would certainly recommend.
Great tour! Our guide was excellent and knowledgeable. He had a truly thorough grasp of the history and culture of Jaffa and Tel Aviv.
Our guide was sharp, smart and helped ease any worries that we had. I traveled with my family members which included elderly persons and my ten year old. We all enjoyed this tour because our guide interacted with the group in a dynamic and fun way. The sites we visited were amazing and the tour was well organized.
Danna is a truly wonderful guide. Thoughtful, helpful and so knowledgeable and passionate about her subject. Thank you Danna for giving us an amazing experience of Jaffa and Tel-Aviv
Thank you for the positive review of our guide and Jaffa tour! We're glad you had a great experience with us. We always strive to provide an informative and authentic tour, and we're delighted you enjoyed it.
Michael inspired us with 13 and 15 year old children with historical classifications from Abraham 3700vC to the present in a very lively and exciting way. Customers were repeatedly specifically encouraged to think along and were enthusiastic. A great day.
Thank you for your positive review of our tour in Jaffa! We are thrilled to hear that you had an enjoyable experience with us. Kind regards, AroundTour
Our guide Dalia was absolutely fabulous. She was extremely knowledgeable and very caring when one of our party had a nasty tumble.
Dear Claire, Thank you for your positive review of our guide Dalia and tour in Jaffa! It was our pleasure to show you around and we hope to have the chance to do so again in the future. Thank you again for choosing us as your tour guide in Jaffa. Kind regards, Yulia
The tour was excellent. Highly suggest as a completely different experience thanTel Aviv. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the history.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience of the Jaffa tour. We are thrilled that you had a great time exploring the city and discovering more about its rich history and culture. Best regards, AroundTour
