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These are some of the coolest alternative things to do in hip Tel Aviv, including visiting Florentin, an underground rock bar, fantastic art, and more. Additionally, be sure to check out our excellent recommendations for alternative things to do in Haifa for inspiration.
Florentin: A Lot Like Brooklyn
It’s a lot like Brooklyn, except everything is in Hebrew and there are way fewer Orthodox Jews than there are in Brooklyn. Florentin, Tel Aviv is a bit grungy, but you can find some of the best-hidden bars in Tel Aviv on the main street. On Vidal Street, you’ll also find Tel Aviv’s BEST Mexican food at Mezcal, in addition to being one of the best restaurants on Wolt for Cinco de Mayo in Tel Aviv.
The most hipster bar in Florentin is Hoodna, featuring sensational live music. The bar is stretched out across two buildings on a side alley, not far from the bustling city.
Radio EPGB: Underground Rock Bar
Literally underground, Tel Aviv’s first bar to start marketing on FourSquare, Radio EPGB, is a trendsetter. But first, you’ve got to find it. This place is your absolute best bet to hear good music on any random night. Because of that, it’s an extremely popular bar in the city. On Sundays, they offer a very popular, fun, and crowded drag night. Any other night, you can easily catch a live band or a 70s disco DJ. Personally, I’m a fan of the nights when you hear Don McLean, followed by The Beatles, and then some Radiohead. Without a doubt, Radio EPGB is one of the best bars in Tel Aviv.
On FourSquare, if you check in, you get a free chaser. How cool is that?
Neve Tzedek: Picture-Perfect Place for Yuppiefied Hipsters
Want to embrace the soon-to-be yuppie in you? Head to the Neve Tzedek neighborhood. Shabazi Street in Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv, has some very Park Slope-esque art, book shops, and galleries. You can grab a delicious meal at the Suzanna restaurant, which has a beautiful terrace under a gigantic fig tree. Neve Tzedek is also home to Tel Aviv’s popular ballet studio and some of the best restaurants in Tel Aviv-for a price. Additionally, there’s no doubt that Neve Tzedek has many of the best bars in Tel Aviv, so it’s worth a visit. The Tel Aviv nightlife on Shabazi and elsewhere in Neve Tzedek is a bit more dignified than in other areas. If you’re a hipster and want the best nightlife in Tel Aviv, you’ll want to be in Florentin.
Tel Aviv Museums
Be sure to check out the Tel Aviv Museum of Art which, though it’s not free, has everything from modern art to your usual impressionists. Plus, it can be nice to visit when it’s stifling hot outside because they’ve got strong air conditioning.
Just outside of Tel Aviv, in Holon, you’ll find two other cool museums worth visiting: the Design Museum in Holon and the Israeli Museum of Caricature and Comics.
And when you’re walking around the city, sober or not, pay attention to all the graffiti. It’s seriously everywhere- even on the beach! We recommend exploring Tel Aviv on our incredible Tel Aviv Tours, especially our Best of Tel Aviv, Jaffa & Carmel Market Day Tour, where you’ll marvel at architectural wonders throughout the city, indulge in local delicacies at the Carmel Market, and more. The best way to visit more unique sites in Israel is through our Israel Package Tours. This way, you’ll have a hassle-free experience since we’ll take care of all of the details - inclusive transfers, comfortable hotels, exciting activities, and expert guides.
