Jaffa Walking Tour: Old City Alleys & Ancient Port
Stone alleys, a flea market, St. Peter's Church, and the port in two hours
A two-hour walking tour of Jaffa's Old City in Tel Aviv, starting at the Setai Hotel and moving through the maze-like alleys, the flea market, and past St. Peter's Church to the ancient port. You walk with a live English-speaking guide who explains the city's historical and cultural layers. The tour suits all fitness levels, though it includes stairs and uneven ground.
2h
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Jaffa's historic sites
- Start at the Setai Hotel
- Walk through Old Jaffa alleys
- Visit St. Peter’s Church
- Enjoy views over the ancient port
- Explore Jaffa coastline and old city
- Walk through the flea market
The Experience
The walk begins at the Setai Hotel, a building that once held a prison and police station, and moves into the narrow alleys of Old Jaffa where centuries of history sit in the stone itself. You pass through the flea market while the guide talks through the city's past, then reach St. Peter's Church before arriving at the ancient port with sweeping views over the water. The route is compact—two hours total—which leaves the rest of your day open.
The guide is a local expert who speaks English and knows the stories behind the architecture and the streets. You'll encounter stairs and uneven ground as you move through the old quarter, so the tour works for most fitness levels but requires some mobility. Public transportation is available nearby if you need it to reach the starting point.
What’s included
Hand-picked expert local guide in English; access to Old Jaffa alleys, the flea market, St. Peter's Church, and the ancient port viewpoint.
Operated by Tourist Israel
Is this one for you?Two hours is short enough to fit a morning or afternoon without eating your whole day, but long enough to move through the Old City's main layers—the alleys, the market, the church, and the port—with a guide who can explain what you're walking through instead of rushing past it.
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Top questions
What is the Setai Hotel and why does the tour start there?
The Setai Hotel once served as a prison and police station, making it a key landmark in Jaffa's history. Starting there sets the context for understanding how the city has changed over time.
How much walking is involved in this two-hour tour?
You'll walk through the Old City alleys, the flea market, and down to the port. The route includes stairs and uneven ground, so it's not flat, but the two-hour timeframe keeps the pace manageable.
What can I see from the ancient port at the end?
The ancient port offers sweeping views over the water and the coastline. It's where the tour ends, giving you a vantage point over Jaffa's maritime history.
Is this tour suitable if I have mobility concerns?
The tour includes stairs and uneven ground, so it's not ideal for limited mobility. Contact the operator directly to discuss alternate touring options that might work for your needs.
What language does the guide speak?
The guide leads the tour in English and is a local expert in Jaffa's history and culture.
Jaffa Walking Tour: Old City Alleys & Ancient Port
2h · EN
from US$ 49 per person
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