Old Jaffa (Yafo)

Tel Aviv, Israel

Overall Safety
Good
3.6 / 5
Based on 12 Safety Metrics

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Summary

Ancient port area with stone alleyways and a flea market. Tourist zones safe, quieter residential streets less so after dark.

Ancient stone streetsFlea marketMixed Arab-JewishArt galleries in old buildingsTouristy near port
Details

The ancient part of Tel Aviv, 4,000 years old. Stone alleyways, old port, Ottoman buildings - completely different feel from modern Tel Aviv. The tourist zone (clock tower, flea market, port area) is busy and safe. Flea market is good for antiques and vintage stuff, though haggling is expected. Some of the residential streets further out need more awareness after dark. The port area is nice at sunset. Mix of Arab and Jewish areas with different vibes.

Safety Ratings

Daytime Safety

Excellent

Night Walking Safety

Good

Harassment Risk

Moderate

Public Transport Safety

Good

Pickpocketing Risk

Moderate

Scam Risk

Moderate

Police Visibility

Good

Emergency Services

Good

Evening Venues

Good

Solo Dining

Excellent

Drug Activity

Low

Homelessness Visibility

Low

Getting By in English

Good

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Recommended Places

Cafes

  • Cafe Puaa
  • Cafelix Jaffa
  • Yaffa Knafeh (dessert)

Restaurants

  • The Old Man and the Sea
  • Dr. Shakshuka
  • Beit Kandinof

Bars

  • Shaffa Bar
  • Anna Loulou
  • Container (at the port)

Other Spots

  • Jaffa Flea Market (Shuk HaPishpeshim)
  • Old Jaffa Port
  • Clock Tower Square
Impressions & Tips

"Flea market good during the day"

"Keep to tourist areas at night"

"Dr. Shakshuka is famous but crowded"

"Got some comments on quieter streets"

"Port area nice at sunset"

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