EL AL | Atmosphere

Basta at Sarona Market, another culinary hotspot. As for some watering holes, some of our favorite Tel Aviv bars are the Speakeasy on Rothschild Boulevard, the 223 on Dizengoff, the Imperial on HaYarkon St, and the Library Bar at the Norman Hotel. less than a Tel Aviv institution - a colorful human tapestry with a mindboggling array of produce, delicacies, spices, foods, and dining options that are popular with locals and tourists alike. A 15-minute walk from there will get you to Levinski Market , a culinary dream spot overflowing Going to the market The Carmel Market is nothing

with bakeries, specialty stores, restaurants, and shops selling spices, nuts, dried fruit, and exotic foods. A bit further south lies Jaffa’s famous Flea Market , a veritable haven for aficionados of vintage clothes and antiques, brimming with eateries serving local delicacies. The grand tour Exploring the city with an e-bike or an e-scooter is another must-do in Tel Aviv. Download the Tel-O-Fun app for e-bikes or the Bird app for e-scooters and enjoy an extensive network of bike lanes around town. But mind you, the traffic in Tel Aviv can get very hectic, so you are well-advised to be extra cautious at all times. And if you’d rather join

a guided bike, EZRaider, or Segway tour, make sure to check out SmartTour or TLV Bike Tours. Storytime Tel Aviv is a true Instagram heaven. From the alleyways of Old Jaffa, via the treasure trove that is the Flea Market, to the gritty graffiti-adorned streets of Florentin and the blooming bougainvilleas of Neve Tzedek. Further north, the reflecting pool at Habima Square is a joy to admire, as are the beautiful buildings around Rothschild Boulevard - and of course, taking a selfie by the famous Te♥iv sign on the wooden boardwalk of Tel Aviv Port is an absolute must. And when you do, don’t forget to tag @telaviv. ■

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ATMOSPHERE JULY 2022

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