Netanya walking tour & city guide
Clifftop beaches on the Mediterranean.
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Netanya, between Tel Aviv and Haifa, is a seaside city built on cliffs above long Mediterranean beaches, with a promenade and a lively central square.
The coast
A clifftop promenade runs along the city with sea views and parks. An elevator connects the cliffs to the beaches below, which stretch for kilometers.
The city
Independence Square, with fountains and cafés, is the heart of the city. Netanya has a large French-speaking community, and many cafés have a French feel.
Why it is worth a visit
Netanya has about 14 kilometers of beaches, many with lifeguards and facilities, separated by sandstone cliffs. A boardwalk and elevators link the cliffs with the beaches, and the promenade is a favorite place for evening walks and sunsets. The city has a large community of immigrants from France, Ethiopia and the former Soviet Union, which gives its streets a multicultural feel. Nearby, the Iris Reserve blooms purple in spring, and Caesarea's Roman harbor and theater are about 20 minutes north.
Top sights in Netanya
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Netanya promenade
A clifftop walk.
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Independence Square
The central square.
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Netanya elevator
A lift to the beach.
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Poleg Beach
A popular beach.
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Iris Nature Reserve
Purple irises in spring.
Food markets & where to eat in Netanya
Independence Square
Cafés and restaurants.
Herzl Street
The main shopping street.
Netanya market
Fresh produce.
Food to try in Netanya
Sabich
Pita with eggplant and egg.
Shawarma
In laffa bread.
Croissants
French-style pastries.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
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