Independence Trail is a joint project of the Ministry of Jerusalem and Heritage, Ministry of Tourism and the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality. It is managed by Tel Aviv Global & Tourism and is operated by Disk-In. The Independence Trail was established by initiative of the Tel Aviv-Yafo Mayor, Ron Huldai, and is one of the main projects that were undertaken in honor of Israel’s 70th anniversary. The project articulates a core principle in the Municipality’s tourism strategy, which calls for enhancing the national and Zionist heritage sites in the city and making them more accessible to the public.
Frishman Beach by Barak Brinker
Independance Trail Tour by Riki Rachman
Sarona by Guy Yechiely
Sarona Visitor’s Center
Through multimedia installations and displays featuring original artifacts, this three-story visitor’s center tells the fascinating story of Sarona Colony. While today Sarona serves as a popular shopping and recreation center, the site was originally a German Templar Colony established in 1871. Later on, it also housed the first government offices of the State of Israel. The center also offers guided tours of Sarona’s secret and historic underground tunnels.
© Guy Yechieli
Renovated Jaffa Tourist Information Center
The renovated tourist information center in Yafo serves as a meeting point for groups touring the city and offers an interactive information screen, innovative 3D model of Old Yafo, benches, shaded area, and disabled access. The outdoor part of the center allows visitors to rest and enjoy information on Yafo 24/7.
© Ilan Shapira
Local Experience
Experience Tel Aviv’s diversity through resident-hosted tours in Jaffa, HaTikva, and Neve Sha’anan. Hosts share personal stories, serve traditional food, and offer authentic local insights, empowering residents and connecting them to the city’s tourism scene. Part of a global trend, this initiative enriches both visitors and locals. For more information, email us at tourism@tel-aviv.gov.il.
© Maria Naiman
Yitzhak Rabin Monument
The Yitzhak Rabin Memorial in Rabin Square marks where the Israeli Prime Minister was assassinated in 1995. On the 25th anniversary, the monument was renovated to include a screen displaying films about the incident and its impact. Visitors can watch these films, visit the memorial, and engage in heartfelt discussions with volunteers deeply affected by the assassination, gaining profound insights into its significance for Israeli society.