• Man at fruit stand gives thumbs up, holding watermelon slices; tomatoes and watermelons visible.
  • A display of colorful Turkish delight candies in a market.
  • Market street scene; people browsing stalls of produce. Two women stand in the center of the street.
  • Shelves of various nuts and seeds in a market, with price tags displayed.
  • Hand holding a small pita bread sandwich with fried food and sauce, in front of a restaurant sign.
  • Spices in various colors displayed in bins at a market stall.
  • People in a marketplace raise their fists in unity.
  • Produce stand at a market with customers and vendors. Vegetables like lettuce, radishes, and herbs are on display.
  • Man at a fruit stand with colorful fruit cups and juices.
  • Fruit stand with grapes, oranges, bananas, and other produce on display; shoppers and vendors in the background.
  • Woman eating from a plate outdoors. She’s smiling with a fork in hand, near a flower stand and food vendors.
  • Baklava pastries in metal trays, a food display with various colors and shapes.
  • Man preparing food in a small kitchen with pots, ingredients, and customer visible.
  • Large, red, jelly-like dessert studded with nuts in a metal pan, presumably at a shop.

Tel Aviv: Carmel Market Vegetarian Food, History & Culture Tour

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2 hours

Description

Taste the flavors of the Middle East on a vegetarian food tour of Carmel Market, the largest open-air market in the heart of Tel Aviv, featuring fresh produce, street vendors, shops & bakeries.


Highlights


  • Walk through Tel Aviv’s Carmel Market, the city’s largest open-air food market
  • Explore vibrant stalls filled with colors, aromas & diverse culinary influences
  • Taste traditional malawach, fresh falafel, and delicious Middle Eastern desserts
  • Visit century-old vendors who have shaped Israeli cuisine for generations
  • Discover trendy new shops modernizing the market’s rich culinary heritage

Experience the vibrant flavors of Tel Aviv on this vegetarian food tasting tour in the city’s largest open air market. Carmel Market bursts with colors, aromas &  diverse culinary influences. Walk through its lively stalls and immerse yourself in the heart of Israel’s evolving food scene.


Stroll through the market’s narrow streets uncovering its rich history & cultural roots. Learn how Israeli cuisine has developed by blending global traditions with local ingredients. Visit vendors who have been operating  for generations, some dating back over 100 years.


Savor Middle Eastern delights like traditional malawach with hummus, Israeli salad, egg, and tahini. Enjoy freshly made falafel and indulge in sweet Middle Eastern-style desserts. Explore trendy new shops bringing a modern twist to the neighborhood, making this a true taste of old and new Tel Aviv.


  • What's Included?

    • Vegetarian Food Tastings throughout Carmel Market
    • 90 Minute Walking Tour with food stops
    • Expert Licensed Local Tour Guide
    • Tour photos of your experience

  • Exclusions

    • Gratuities
    • Additional purchases

  • Please note

    • Public transportation nearby
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Food tastings are equivalent to a substantial lunch portion
    • The tour covers about ¾ mile (1.2km)
    • This tour will take place rain or shine
    • Infants 0-2 are free, but are not given any food samples
    • Maximum group size is 15 people
    • Children & Infants must be accompanied by at least one paying Adult
    • Foods offered on this tour are subject to change dependent on the season and other factors

  • What do I need to bring?

    • Sunscreen
    • Hat
    • Sensible walking shoes
    • Water

  • Itinerary

  • Meeting Points

    You can start this experience at the following places.


    Poli House

    Nahalat Binyamin Street 1, 6516101 Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL

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