Don’t dream of traveling to Tel Aviv without visiting a Shuk at least once. These lively local markets are filled with fresh fruits and vegetables at crazy low prices with the tantalizing aroma of spices filling the air. Craft markets and flea markets can also be enjoyed.
Here are the spots that made our list:
Sharona – An array of mouth watering smells await you at Sharona Market, a gourmet culinary complex containing 90 food and drink outlets serving up produce from around the world. The ideal place for all foodies to eat, shop, and relax.
Address: Aluf Kalman Magen St 3, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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Levinsky Market – Delight in all the sights, sounds, and smells of this magical Shuk. The stalls selling spices, nuts, dried fruit, and other sweet treats are sure to tempt you but you’ll also want to enjoy lunch in one of the many eateries, you’ll have to visit more than once to sample it all!
Address: Levinsky, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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Jaffa’s Flea Market – Fashion, furniture, food, arts, and antiques all greet you at Jaffa’s vibrant urban flea market. As long as you bypass the tourist tat you’re sure to leave with a gem or two, especially if you’re haggling skills are good.
Address: Olei Zion St, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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Tel Aviv Port Market – A collection of gourmet food stalls mingle with the fresh produce stalls and eateries in the North of the city. Best to visit when you’re hungry so you can fill up on some local and not-so-local culinary delights!
Address: Nemal Tel Aviv St 12, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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North Market – Open 7 days a week, this is the place to shop for high quality fresh, local produce but also a place to relax and unwind as you welcome in the weekend. Enjoy lunch or a snack at one of the many authentic eateries or stop to watch the live entertainment – Live performances of Israeli music, a kids show, and a Greek band (complete with plate smashing).
Address: Raoul Wallenberg St 20, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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Carmel Market – This bustling market is the largest and most famous one in Tel Aviv selling all the Middle Eastern delights that you would expect – Halva, Turkish delight, falafel in pita, spices… along with flowers, clothes, and more. Your senses will be alive as you take in the sights, sounds, and smells all around you.
Address: HaCarmel St, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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Hatikva Market – Enjoy an authentic market experience as you peruse stalls selling fresh produce in Tel Aviv’s second largest market. It’s the place where serious shopping is done. You can also enjoy the taste of the Middle East in one of the Moroccan, Yemen, or Iraqi restaurants.
Address: HaTikva St, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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Author
Tal Gur is a world traveler and personal development enthusiast. An adventurer at heart, after trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, Tal spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey continues as a location-independent blogger, lifestyle entrepreneur, and coach. Tal’s published two books: One Year to Freedom, a 1-Year Roadmap to Living Life on Your Own Terms; and, his most recent book and bestseller, The Art of Fully Living – 1 Man, 10 Years, 100 Life Goals Around the World.
