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Culinary tour in Wadi Nisnas Haifa

Come discover the culinary capital of the North – with a crazy tasting tour!

The technical details

Booking the tour

The tour is open to everyone, and you can join from one person to a group.

It is also possible to book a private tour.

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Tour times

Mondays 11:00

Fridays 10:00

Saturdays: 12:00

cost

Adult: 220 NIS.
Up to age 12: 110 NIS.
Up to age 5: free of charge

Meeting point

Will be delivered before the tour begins.
* There are organized parking lots in the area.

A food tour in Haifa is a perfect way to discover and explore the capital of the north.
Haifa is full of a rich food culture, which combines excellent modern cuisine, traditional Arab cuisine, and culinary cultures that have come and gone in the city.

Tour location

Wadi Nisnas and the German Colony

Wadi Nisnas neighborhood in Haifa It is one of the most important and delicious neighborhoods the North has to offer.
The neighborhood has retained its 19th-century authenticity and has some of the most successful restaurants in Haifa.
The neighborhood itself looks like a picturesque village in the heart of the city and has lots of fascinating local stories.

Hoadi's falafel It has become the main topic of debate among all visitors because of the important question: which one is the best falafel in the country?

The bakeries in Wadi Guards centuries of experience in preparing all kinds of Arabic pitas, hummus,

Meat restaurants, authentic Arabic dishes and cooked salads, excellent roasted coffee and of course, baklava for dessert.

In the heart of the wadi there is a market An operator from which some of the raw materials for the other tastings come.

The most beautiful street in Haifa. If we had to choose one image of the city and turn it into a postcard, this is what we would choose. At the foot of the Baha'i Gardens facing the sea, a fascinating Templar colony was built in the 19th century. The colony, built by the Germans, has become one of the main tourist attractions in the country and a significant historical center in the city of Haifa.

Preserved Ben Gurion Street is the center of the colony's life. It contains a variety of public buildings and facilities from the days of the Templars. During the tour of the German colony.

The German colony has an abundance of preserved buildings., cafes and restaurants, sea and mountain views and an abundance of stories that influenced all of Haifa

Tour structure:

  • We will learn about the story of the German Templars in Israel and their history in the city of Haifa.
  • We will visit several preserved buildings from the 19th century on Ben Gurion Street.
  • During the gardens' operating hours, it is possible to enter the lower terrace of the gardens.
  • You see impressive gardens full of grass and flowers on terraces that ascend Mount Carmel.
  • We will tell you about the history of the Baha'i faith and their connection to Haifa and the Land of Israel.
  • Let's get to know a little about the traditions and beliefs of the Baha'is.
  • A tour through picturesque residential alleys in the Wadi Nisnas neighborhood.
  • Local street art scattered alongside the neighborhood's houses.
  • We will learn about the local history and the stories of the people of Haifa.
  • We will talk about coexistence, multiculturalism, and the unique fabric of life in Haifa.
  • We will pass next to the Beit HaGefen Museum - an important community center in the neighborhood.
  • We will talk about important figures who lived and worked in the neighborhood.
  • We will meet the people behind Haifa's food and culinary scene at the Wadi Market.
  • We will get to know and taste the local ingredients and spices in Wadi.
  • We will taste at the most famous and successful food stalls and establishments in the market.
  • We will walk alongside Haifa art displays that tell the story of the market and the neighborhood.
Christmas tree and menorah on the holiday of holidays
St. Anthony's Church in Ajami
Arabic dishes and stuffed salads, grape leaves/cabbage, majadra, shulbeta and everything in season
A visit to the German colony with the gardens as a backdrop
Arabic street art throughout the neighborhood
Seasonal fruits and vegetables at the market stalls
Tasting fine coffee at a local roastery
Knafa/Baklava and other sweets for a perfect dessert
Homemade food cooked at Fatma's market
Hot and delicious Arabic pita pastries
Cheese and wine tasting at the Souidan delicatessen in Wadi
Wadi Nisnas steps and the entrance to the neighborhood
Arabic cuisine
Cuba tasting at Huadi Market
Juicy and delicious falafel with a fascinating story
Juicy and delicious falafel with a fascinating story
Juicy and delicious falafel with a fascinating story
Arabic coffee at a local roastery
Guidance on the Baha'i Faith and the importance of Haifa
Street art and performances at Huai Market
Arabic dishes
High-quality sausage platter
Arabic dishes

Guide details:

Vadim Sokalman

"I turned my love of traveling into a profession. I really love meeting interesting people, learning, getting to know authentic cultures, exploring, cooking, traveling, and smiling as much as possible."

◀ Over 10 years of experience in guided tours – with thousands of travelers in Israel and abroad, of all ages and population groups.

◀ Degree in Land of Israel Studies from the University of Haifa.

◀ Certified tour guide: M.R. 10988

◀ Unique specialization in food and cultural tours in the north, with an emphasis on Haifa, Acre, Nazareth, the Carmel Coast and the Galilee.

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