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Art and Culture in Tel Aviv

Tel-Aviv is Israel’s cultural capital, holding its finest museums, orchestras, theaters, and art galleries, and presenting its greatest dance and music performances.

Modern Art at Ha’medina Square

The two highlights in the city’s art scene, are the Diaspora Museum and the Tel-Aviv Museum of Art, while other exclusive galleries are spread around Gordon St neighborhood, and are worth paying a special visit. Not far from there, just up Dizengoff St, is a cultural complex, which comprises the Israeli National Theater – Habima, and the Mann Auditorium, the home of the world-renowned Israel Philharmonic Orchestra.

The Performing Art Center

Another cultural zone, located near the Tel-Aviv Museum of Art, is the Tel-Aviv Performing Art Center. This beautifully architectural building is a home for the New Israeli Opera, featuring concerts, dance performances, music ensembles, and unique exhibitions at the lobby.

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Experience Artistic Freedom and Stunning Views at the Melody Hotel Tel Aviv

If you are looking for a lively and colorful place to stay in Tel Aviv, the Melody Hotel Tel Aviv is definitely worth considering. This boutique hotel is located just a short walk away from the sea, offering stunning views of the city's skyline and the Mediterranean sea. One of the things that sets the Melody Hotel apart from other hotels in the city is its artistic urban design. The hotel is decorated with bold colors and playful patterns, creating an atmosphere of liberation and freedom. Historical black-and-white photographs of Metzis beach in the 1960s and 1970s are hung on the walls, adding to the nostalgic feel of the hotel. The Melody Hotel features 50 rooms, including five Junior Suite rooms that offer a bit more space and luxury. The rooms are bathed in light and decorated in cheerful colors such as yellow, white, black, and green-turquoise, evoking a summery vibe. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, free mini bars (without alcohol), and coffee machines, ensuring that guests have everything they need for a comfortable stay. One of the highlights of the hotel is its rooftop terrace, where guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the city and the sea. The terrace is generously sized and provides plenty of space for lounging, playing backgammon, and enjoying a rich selection of fruits and wine served courtesy of the hotel in the afternoon. Watching the sunset from the rooftop terrace is a must-do activity during your stay at the Melody Hotel. In addition to its rooftop terrace, the Melody Hotel offers several other amenities for guests to enjoy. Free bicycles are available for those who want to explore the city on two wheels, and a coffee shop is located on the ground floor for those who need a caffeine fix. The hotel also offers paid laundry services, car rental, and currency exchange services, making it a convenient choice for travelers. For guests with mobility difficulties, the Melody Hotel offers facilities to ensure their stay is comfortable and enjoyable. The hotel has a reception desk that is open 24 hours a day, wake-up service, and a sun terrace. Fax/photocopying services are also available, and the hotel has a meeting room for business travelers. If you are traveling with a pet, you'll be pleased to know that the Melody Hotel is a pet-friendly establishment. And if you are a non-smoker, you'll appreciate that the hotel is completely smoke-free. Overall, the Melody Hotel offers a unique and vibrant stay in Tel Aviv. Its artistic design, rooftop terrace, and convenient amenities make it a great choice for anyone visiting the city for business or pleasure.

Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian walkway

The Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian walkway holds a festival of arts, crafts and street performances every Tuesday and Friday between 10AM and 5PM. You can find there quite a selection of toys, jewelry and Judaica items, painted ceramics and different articles, souvenirs and gifts. Besides the craft stands, many artists, including musicians, theater actors, fortune tellers and others, perform street acts during these hours, so even if you are not in a shopping mood, you might still have fun visiting there, especially on Friday afternoons. The Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian walkway is a fun place to visit on other weekdays as well. You can catch a light bite to eat at one of the cafés, shop in some of the many textile shops or visit one of the finer restaurants. Carmela banachala (Hatavor 46 St.) is situated at the edge of the shopping area of Nachalat Binyamin and offers a fine selection of fresh seafood and meat. This bistro is located at a beautiful restored building, and allows the diners to enjoy their meal in a hospitable atmosphere. Agadir bar burger (2 Nachalat Binyamin St.) claims to have one of the city's finest burgers. It is nothing like a fast food joint, but rather an extremely popular restaurant which is open till very late. Located in the heart of Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian walkway, Agadir offers a comfortable setting, good music and tasty food. Hamitbahon (18 Rabi Akiva St.) is a small homemade food restaurant in the crossing point of the Nachalat Binyamin pedestrian' walkway and the Carmel market. It is a small and authentic black-board restaurant, with traditional Israeli and North African dishes, including Cuscus, tahini and beans, all in very affordable prices. Another fun option for a cold beer nearby is the Minzar bar (the Monastery) at 60 Allenby St., known for its unorthodox opening hours. It hosts varied clientele, both locals and tourists, and has an-interesting play-list most of the time.

Hayarkon Park Tel Aviv

Located at the north end of the city, Hayarkon Park is the largest public park in Tel Aviv and one of the most famous parks in Israel. It is a kind of a "central park" in the north of Tel Aviv, but even bigger. Alongside trees and greenery, the Yarkon River is streaming through this giant park, which is the major urban retreat inside of the city, along with the Tel Aviv beaches, off course. Hayarkon Park is a perfect chill out place for couples and is full with children and family activities. The eastern part of the park is much wider and has many all-family activity centers. The western part of the park is narrower, less family-oriented, and is a better choice for chill out seekers, especially on weekends, when the rest of the park tends to be packed. Hayarkon Park is jam-packed with family activities, therefore a great place to hang out with your children. Cycling is probably the best way to explore the park, which has a network of small trails and places to rent bicycles. It is flat in most parts, making cycling with children pretty easy. For the ones wishing to explore the park through the river, there are few rental places that offer paddle boats, kayaks, and small motor boats, both in the river and the artificial lake in the north-eastern part of the park. Other family activities include a miniature golf field at the north river bank and Tel Aviv's largest amusement park, the "Lunapark", with rollercoasters, pirate ships and other facilities just across the road. In the north bank of Hayarkon Park you will find the "Sportec", a large sports center with basketball and rollerblades courts and several soccer fields. It also has a wall climbing facility with all the necessary gear, guidance and security measures. When it comes to family activities and chilling out in the city, it is difficult to beat the Hayarkon Park.. Though many people visit the park every weekend, it is large enough and has many corners and activities for you to find exactly what you're looking for, whether it's cycling, paddling by boat, traveling or chilling out.

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