Tel Aviv Beaches: The Insider’s Guide to Every Beach on TLV’s Coastline
Which beach is calm enough for kids, where the surfers go, where to park, where to leave your bag, and which hotels are a short walk from the sand. All written from the beach, with photos taken on the beach.
Tel Aviv’s coastline runs from the lawns of Tel Baruch in the north to the old stone streets of Jaffa in the south. Each beach has its own crowd: families by the port, surfers at Hilton, singles at Frishman, and falafel shops behind Jerusalem Beach. Use the table below to pick one in ten seconds, or scroll down for every beach, north to south.
Which Tel Aviv Beach Suits You?
| You want | Go to | Why | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 👪Kids and families | Metzitzim Beach | Shallow water, a playground, and a partly enclosed swimming area near the Port. | Guide |
| 🌊Calm water | Jerusalem Beach | Breakwaters cut the waves, and Allenby’s falafel shops are right behind you. | Guide |
| 🏄Surfing | Hilton Beach or Maravi | Hilton is the surf hub with schools and rentals; Maravi gets high waves for experienced surfers. | Guide |
| 🍹Social scene | Frishman or Bograshov | Lively, young and full of singles, right off HaYarkon Street. | Guide |
| 😌Peace and quiet | Trumpeldor or Ajami | Fewer people; Ajami is a neighborhood beach in southern Jaffa that most tourists never find. | Guide |
| 🌅Sunset with a view | Charles Clore Park | Seafront lawns with the old Jaffa skyline behind the sun. | Guide |
| 🌳Grass and picnics | Tel Baruch Beach | Very clean, with wide green lawns and room to spread out. | Guide |
| ⚖️Separate swimming | Nordau Beach | Tel Aviv’s only gender-separate beach. | Guide |
Every Tel Aviv Beach, North to South
North
Port area and beyond
Tel Baruch Beach
Super clean, with many green lawns. Tel Aviv’s most northern beach.
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Metzitzim Beach
By the Namal port, with a safe feel and restaurants and shops nearby.
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Nordau Beach (Religious Beach)
Tel Aviv’s only gender-separate beach.
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Hilton Beach
Upscale and relaxed, right in front of the Hilton Hotel, with surf and dog areas.
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The HaYarkon hotel strip
Gordon Beach
The center of the central beaches, with a trendy pool and sauna next door.
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Frishman Beach
Packed with singles looking to mingle, and close to many beachfront hotels.
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Trumpeldor Beach
Relatively quiet for Tel Aviv, apart from the steady sound of matkot paddles.
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Bograshov Beach
Where Israeli teenagers and American singles meet, just off HaYarkon Street.
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Jerusalem Beach (Geula)
By Allenby Street and the Opera Tower, with calm water and falafel shops nearby.
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Charles Clore to Bat Yam
Banana Beach
Simple and uncrowded, good for families and small groups. Next to Charles Clore.
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Charles Clore Beach and Park
A big seafront park with lawns and a promenade between Neve Tzedek and Jaffa.
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Maravi Beach
High waves for surfers, and the last fully sandy beach before the rocks of Jaffa.
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Ajami Beach (Givat Aliyah)
A low-key neighborhood beach south of Old Jaffa that skips the tourist crowds.
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Bat Yam and Jaffa Border Beach
The southern edge of Tel Aviv-Yafo, right next to Ajami Beach.
Read the guide →Tel Aviv Beach Facilities Compared
Every declared beach has lifeguards in season, a Blue Flag and shaded seating. Here is how they differ, from north to south.
| Beach | Wheelchair access | Volleyball | Water sports | Dogs | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tel Baruch | Yes | Yes | Yes | Designated area | Paid |
| Northern Tzuk | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Free |
| Metzitzim | Yes | Yes | No | No | Paid |
| Nordau (separate) | Yes | No | No | No | Paid |
| Hilton | Yes | Yes | Yes | Designated area | Paid |
| Gordon | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Paid |
| Frishman | Yes | Yes | No | No | Paid |
| Bograshov | Yes | Yes | No | No | Paid |
| Jerusalem | Yes | Yes | No | No | Paid |
| Aviv | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Paid |
| Charles Clore | Yes | Not listed | Yes | Designated area | Paid |
| Givat Aliya (Ajami) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Designated area | Free |
Source: Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality beach services table and beach pages, checked October 2026. Banana, Trumpeldor and Maravi are not listed as separate declared beaches, so swim in front of the nearest staffed lifeguard station. More detail: accessible beaches, volleyball courts, dog beaches, parking.
Tel Aviv Beach Basics at a Glance
Practical Beach Guides
Where to Stay Near the Beach
Pick a beach and see the hotels within a short walk of it, with maps, walking times and rough price tiers.
Walk the Tel Aviv Beach Promenade
A short clip from the Tayelet, the promenade that links every beach from the port to Jaffa, filmed in February.
Video by Solomon Wiesen. More on the Tayelet boardwalk.
Tel Aviv Beach Photos
All photos on TLV Beaches are taken by Solomon Wiesen on the Tel Aviv-Yafo coastline.
“Enjoy the Tel Aviv beach views, delicious food spots (falafel on the beach!), and the most blue Mediterranean Sea you will ever see since Moses parted the Red Sea.”
Solomon Wiesen, TLV Beaches
Tel Aviv Beach FAQ
Which Tel Aviv beach is best for families with children?
Metzitzim Beach, in the north near the Port, is excellent for families. It has shallow water, a playground, and a partly enclosed area, which makes it safer for small children to play under supervision. See the Metzitzim guide.
Are Tel Aviv beaches free to the public?
Yes, all public beaches in Tel Aviv are free to enter. You only pay if you rent sunbeds, umbrellas or chairs from the kiosks or beach restaurants.
When is the best time of year to visit the beaches in Tel Aviv?
For the warmest water and most sunshine, visit between June and September. For milder weather and fewer crowds, April to May and October to November are ideal.
Can I surf at the beaches in Tel Aviv?
Yes. Hilton Beach is the main surf hub, with schools nearby offering board rentals and lessons. Maravi Beach in the south is popular with experienced surfers when the swell is right.
Is it safe to swim in Tel Aviv at night?
Swimming at night is discouraged because lifeguards are only on duty during daylight hours. The promenade is well lit and very safe for walking and dining after dark.
Where is the best place for a sunset view on the beach?
Any of the central beaches face the Mediterranean sunset directly. For a historic backdrop, head to the rocks near Jaffa Port or the lawns of Charles Clore Park.
Is there free parking near the Tel Aviv beaches?
The Reading Parking Lot at 7 Rokach Boulevard, near the Tel Aviv Port, is one of the few free lots. See our parking guide for more options.
How much does parking cost at Tel Baruch Beach?
Around NIS 6 per hour, according to our parking guide. Prices change, so check the signs and bring cash or a card.
Where can I store my things while I swim?
See our guide to lockers and storage near the beach. To keep belongings safe, never leave them unattended on the sand.
Which Tel Aviv beach has calm water for swimming?
Jerusalem Beach (Geula Beach) is known for calm water, because breakwaters reduce the waves. Always swim when lifeguards are on duty.
What do the beach flags mean?
Flags show swimming conditions, and a black flag means do not swim. Read our beach flags guide before you go in the water.
Who do I call in an emergency at the beach?
Police: 100. Ambulance (Magen David Adom): 101. Fire: 102. The number 112 also works from a mobile phone.
Which hotels are within walking distance of the beach?
Our hotel pages list hotels near each beach, with maps, estimated walk times and rough price tiers.
“Make sure you choose a place to stay that overlooks the beach, or is at least an easy two minute walk from it.”
Solomon Wiesen, TLV Beaches
About the author
Solomon Wiesen writes and photographs every guide on TLV Beaches. He has posted over 200 of his own photos of the city’s beaches.
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