Haifa

It’s commonly said that in Israel, Jerusalem prays, Tel Aviv plays, and Haifa works. While an oversimplification, it is true that Haifa, the nation’s third, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set on the slopes of Mount Carmel, the center is stunningly beautiful, with perfectly manicured gardens and dramatic sweeping vistas of the Mediterranean. At the base of these gardens is the German Colony, a neighborhood of meticulously restored Templarera buildings; a plethora of restaurants and cafés line the main road that leads to the nearby coastline. The city is a great place to stay while checking out what else Northern Israel has to offer, such as Galilee, Nazareth, or the Golan Heights.