In the Vicinity
As the capital of Israel's North, Haifa serves as a base for visitors staying there, for quick day trips out of the city. Within half an hour's ride, tourist can visit the Druze villages adjacent to Haifa, or the nature reserves of Mt. Carmel. Just as rapidly, they may drive to Acre (north) and Caesarea (south).

The Druze Villages
In Isfiyah and Daliat El Carmel, the Druze villages adjacent to Haifa, visitors will encounter the Druze culture. The colorful Daliat El Carmel market offers Druze handicrafts, traditional food, Druze pita bread and more. Tour the old quarter of the village and pay a visit to Oliphant House. In Isfiyah, the Center for Bedouin Heritage - Albadieh - offers Bedouin hospitality in a traditional tent, stories on Bedouin tribal life, religion and tradition, and activity workshops for children. A short distant from the villages, the Mukhraka is located, where a Carmelite monastery stands on the spot where the prophet Elijah fought with and defeated the prophets of the Canaanite god Baal.

Carmel Park
The Carmel Park covers an area of about 21,000 acres, making it Israel's largest national park. It has scores of delightful green corners, perfect for a picnic in the heart of nature.
The park also offers special trails for bicycle, jeep and ATV tours., all of which pass through natural Middle East forests, archaeological ruins, holy sites, flora and fauna, as well as areas affording magnificent views.

Rosh Hanikra
The Rosh Hanikra cliff is unique, due to the grottoes carved into it by eons of breaking waves. A cable car takes visitors down from the cliff to the grotto. There is an audio-visual presentation. "Railway to Peace," as well as a restaurant, a souvenir shop and nighttime coffee shop.

Habonim Beach & Caesarea
Habonim Beach Nature Reserve is one of the loveliest and most interesting of Mediterranean beaches. The natural beach is located within the reserve with the largest number of inlets, carved out by waves and wind, sandy recesses, reefs, caves and weaves that crash to the shore.
South of the nature reserve is Caesarea, an ancient port city that served as capital of Israel during Roman and Byzantine times. Caesarea's ancient Roman amphitheater has been renovated and reconstructed and it is a venue today for culture and entertainment. There is also an aqueduct from Roman times, and impressive archaeological findings.

The Wine Route in Zichron Ya'acov
The Wine Route is a reconstruction of the main street of the village of Zichron Ya'acov, founded in the late 19th century by Baron Edmond. It begins at the cemetery and Visitors' Center, concluding at the Carmel Mizrahi Winery. The settlement's historical sites are located along the route, as well as wineries and wine cellars.
The local picturesque coffee houses, galleries and restaurants scattered along the route add to the area's unique charm. During the summer months, art fairs and street performances take place in Zichron Ya'acov, and there are performing artists, too. The town is also home to Aharonson House - commemorating an important chapter in the early modern history of pre-State Israel.
Recommended are the Ramat Hanadiv Gardens.

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Museums

HADAR HACARMEL - Culture & Art
Gan Zicharon (Memorial Park)
A park in memory of those sons of Haifa, soldiers who fell on active service. The park, which overlooks the Port of Haifa, has benches and lawns.
Address: Hassan Shukri St., opposite the municipality building.

Haifa Municipal Theater
The theater presents both Haifa Theater productions and those from elsewhere. Not far away is the Haifa Theater Club, where small chamber performances are presented. The Haifa Theater has moved to temporary quarters in Krieger Hall, in Gaston Deferre House, on the French Carmel.
Address (Permanent): 50 Pevsner St.
Tel: 04-8600555. For tickets: 04-8600500.

New Haifa Museum
Haifa's art museum: changing modern art exhibitions and permanent exhibitions from the museum's collection.
Address: 26 Shabtai Levi St.
Tel: 04-8523255.

Chagall Artists' House
Changing exhibitions by members of the Artists' Association and new immigrants, as well as various other exhibitions.
Address: 24 Hatzionut Blvd.
Tel: 04-8522355.
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday - 9am-1pm & 2-7pm. Saturdays - 10am-1pm. Closed on Fridays. Entrance free.

National Museum of Science - "Technoda"
A fascinating, innovative center for the entire family, an enjoyable experience with hands-on exhibits that demonstrate the principles of science and technology as they are implemented in daily life. More than 250 different exhibits that can be operated by visitors offering them insights into various scientific phenomena. Among the exhibitions and objects on display are: a mirror room; optical illusion exhibition; dark room; riddles and puzzles room; airforce room; "from calculations to computers" exhibition; "a matter of chemistry" exhibition, and more.
Address: Old Technion Building, 25 Shmaryahu Levin St./12 Balfour St., Hadar Hacarmel.
Tel: 04-8628111.
Opening Hours: Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays - 9am-6pm Tuesdays - 9am-7:30pm. Fridays - 10am-3pm. Saturdays - 10am-5pm.
For opening hours on Jewish holidays, telephone in advance.

Mane Katz Museum
Changing exhibitions of the works by the well-known artist Mane Katz and from various other collections: Judaica; furniture; carpets, etc. In the past the house served as the artist's home and studio.
Address: 89 Yefe Nof St.
Tel: 04-8383482.
No entrance fee, except when guest exhibitions are on show. Opening Hours: Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays - 10am-4pm. Tuesdays - 2pm-6pm.
Fridays - 10am-1pm. Saturdays - 10am-2pm.
How to Get There: Buses #21, 22,23, 27, 28. Carmelit - Gan Ha'em Station.

Reuben & Edith Hecht Museum
Fascinating archaeological exhibitions on "The People of Israel in the Land of Israel."
In addition, a wing dedicated to well-known French Impressionist paintings and artists (Monet, Pisarro, Modigliani, Soutine, Van Gogh and others).
Address: Haifa University, Main Building, Eshkol Tower.
Tel: 04-8257773
No entrance fee.
Opening Hours: Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays - 10am-4pm. Tuesdays - 10am-7pm. Fridays - 10am-1pm. Saturdays - 10am-2pm.

Steklim Prehistoric Museum
A unique exhibition tracing the development of the human life styles in prehistoric times, as well as findings from prehistoric caves.
Address: Entrance to the museum is via the zoo, Gan Ha'em gardens.
Tel: 04-8371833.
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday - 8am-3pm. Fridays - 8am-1pm. Saturdays - 10am-2pm.
How to Get There: Buses #3, 5, 21, 22, 23, 28, 37. Carmelit - Gan Ha'em Station.

Tikotin Museum of Japanese Art
Changing exhibitions on Japanese culture past and present. Address: 89 Hanasi Blvd.
Tel: 04-8383554.
Opening Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays - 10am-5pm. Tuesdays - 10am-2pm & 5-8pm. Fridays - 10am-1pm. Saturdays - 10am-2pm. Closed on Sundays.

Ursula Malbin Sculpture Garden
A gardens with a marvelous view, overlooking Haifa Bay and the Galilee landscape. The park contains 22 bronze works by sculptress Ursula Malbin.
Opening Hours: Always open. No entrance fee.
Address: Hatzionut Blvd.
How to Get There: Buses #22, 23,25, 26.

Credits to Haifa Tourist Board