One of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Tel Aviv Jaffa and definitely an example of how an old city neighborhood should be managed. To begin with, we visited during the summer time when it’s insanely hot, but on the other hand the place was not crowded at all. The streets of the old city are clean and neat with no litter, also the streets have the names of the zodiac signs which is very unique and stands out. There are numerous signs on the walls of the old city explaining the history of specific places in Hebrew and English. Also, on the specific streets there are modern art objects out on the walls of the city, just hanging there for everyone to observe. The place is not just about history and tourism, while traveling here, you can see the locals chilling at the viewpoint or going on about their day in the narrow streets. Everything about this place is absolutely natural, and at the same time you can see how many thought and effort is put into keeping the neighborhood in its excellent form. I absolutely recommend a walk around the old city for everyone visiting Israel, it’s an unique place that can tell a traveller a lot about this country.

If you want modern retail outlets and shiny stores then stick to these where you can in Tel Aviv. Jaffa Old City is however for everyone else. Lovely old streets with a real variety of shops some selling touristy toot but others with interesting art, furniture and excellent food to offer. There is also an outdoor and an indoor flea market area to stroll thought and bargain if you want to purchase. Thoroughly enclosed the area which we returned to several times during our week in Tel Aviv. Believe this area has one of the largest arab populations in Israel - everyone seems to get on fine and all nationalities were friendly each time we visited.

We had an excellent guide who made sure that we saw most of the important shops as well as the historical and charming sites such as the "floating tree". A mixed environment with Christain, Jewish, and Muslim cultures in a city of great biblical and historic significance. Very safe. Leave plenty of time to meander into shops, markets, art/jewelry galleries. Good place for inexpensive local food.