The Israeli city of Tel Aviv has long been the unspoken capital of shopping in the Middle East. Residents of other Israeli cities, and even tourists from different parts of the world, like to come here for new clothes. The article tells which shopping centers in Tel Aviv are worth a visit, provides detailed information about these establishments and reviews.
General information
Shopping centers in Tel Aviv are called "canyons" by locals, most likely because they are too big and too intricate. Without a guide, or at least without a map of the premises, many travelers simply wander between boutiques, sometimes not even finding a way out. Their distinctive feature is also considered to be the fact that here, along with branded items of famous brands, exclusive and elite items are sold, which you can hardly find outside of Israel. This is a great option for a gift to family and friends, or an artifact that will remind you of a happy trip.
Shopping malls in Tel Avivapproximately the same for everyone. They are open from early morning until late at night from Sunday to Thursday. On Friday, the work schedule is until lunch. On Saturdays, many shopping centers are closed altogether, and those that open their doors to visitors do so after sunset, and work almost until midnight.
Now let's start discussing the best shopping centers in Tel Aviv and their features.
Gan HaIr
By right is considered the best shopping center, not only in Tel Aviv, but throughout Israel. This place is an ark of luxury, elite, high cost and exclusivity. The architecture of the building itself deserves special attention - it is far from being a typical "hangar" in the spirit of Moscow's Golden Babylon. This is a complex system with many cozy courtyards, which even have gardens. World-renowned boutiques alternate with fashionable restaurants, and along with them there are shops with local unique goods (porcelain, textiles, souvenirs, etc.).
This wonderful shopping center in Tel Aviv is located on Ibn Gvirol Street. It works from Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 8 pm, on Friday it is open only until 2.30 pm, and on Saturday the mall is closed.
Ramat Aviv
Another very beautiful, but not so expensive mall. It conquers with its variety and abundance of unique gizmos. In "Ramat Aviv" before the eyes of the buyer there are shops of famous budget brands, and luxury boutiques border on them, demanding a fortune for one dress. Well done andinterior design - a modern building made of glass and metal, surrounded by gardens and fountains, which looks just right in a tropical and modern city.
But the main feature of "Ramat" is its entertainment program. There are many establishments here, such as restaurants, artificial rocks, swimming pools, igrolands, cinemas of various formats, bars, clubs and so on. and so on. The shopping center also hosts fashion shows and concerts by famous Israeli artists.
Ramat is open from Sunday to Thursday from 9.30 to 21.30, on Friday - from 9.00 to 15.00, on Saturday - from sunset to midnight.
Azrieli
The most popular shopping center in Tel Aviv - "Azriel". It is located on the first three floors of the business center of the same name, which consists of three tall towers. There are more than 200 shops with clothes for different tastes and budgets, along with restaurants and cafes. The entertainment infrastructure is well developed. The popularity of this place is added by endless discounts on clothes, shoes, souvenirs and other goods. At the moments of the hottest sales, discounts reach 90%! On the third floor of the shopping center, tickets are sold to the observation deck, which is located on the 49th floor of the tower.
"Azrieli" is open from 10 am to 10 pm from Sunday to Thursday. Friday from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm and Saturday from sunset to midnight.
Dizengoff
The Tel Aviv shopping mall thatstriking in its scale. It is considered the largest in the city, as it captures a vast territory that accommodates more than 500 stores. There are entire blocks of high-end boutiques for those who are in the eternal pursuit of brands. There are streets with shops of the mass market category, for lovers of budget shopping. Separate segments of the center are devoted to souvenir shops and jewelry boutiques, as well as shops with expensive watches. "Dizengoff" occupies two towers at once, which are located on both sides of the same street. They are connected by underground and overground passages. A huge pool with an observation deck was built on the roof of one of the towers, where you can relax on a hot day.
The shopping center is open from 10 am to 10 pm from Sunday to Thursday. On Friday, Dizengoff is open from 10.00 to 17.00, and on Saturday it welcomes guests from sunset until midnight.
It is worth noting that there is also an Israeli food fair. On it you can taste local delicacies, as well as products brought from nearby eastern countries. The fair is open on Thursday from 8.30 to 23.00 and on Friday from 8.00 to 17.30.
Kikar HaMedina Square
This is not a shopping center in the usual sense for us, but we simply could not lose sight of this shopping place. HaMedina is the central square, where the concentration of expensive boutiques simply rolls over. Here you can buy everything that is only printed on the pages of glossy magazines, meet celebrities and relax in exquisite and expensive restaurants. The square also hasmany jewelry boutiques, and among them - the pearl of Tel Aviv - a jewelry store exclusively for men.
Opening hours of local boutiques do not contradict the general Israeli rules. From Friday afternoon until Sunday morning, life in the square freezes.
Tourist Opinion
Every traveler who has ever looked into Tel Aviv for shopping claims that this is a real paradise for shoppers. There is literally everything here, from the most expensive branded items, available only to a narrow circle of people, ending with more than affordable goods, which, in addition to everything, rely on unheard of discounts. It is only important to track down the moment when one or another shopping center will hold promotions and reduce prices to a minimum.
Moreover, no matter what shops tourists go to, there is always the opportunity to take a break in a nearby restaurant or cafe. They always serve delicious food and appreciate every customer.
