Translating as “Abode of Justice”, Neve Tzedek is a historic neighbourhood in the south-west of Tel Aviv. It was established in the 1880s by Sephardi Jews, who wanted to move outside the crowded streets of ancient Jaffa. Today, Neve Tzedek is renowned for its design stores, fashion boutiques and trend-setting restaurants.
Things to do in Neve Tzedek
Occupying three late-19th-century school buildings is the Suzanne Dellal Centre for Dance and Theatre, which hosts performances of traditional Israeli dance. In addition to the Batsheva Dance Company and the Indal Dance Theatre, it’s home to the Avshalom Pollak Dance Theatre. The centre regularly presents festivals and workshops by international dance companies and choreographers.
Nearby is the Nahum Gutman Museum of Art, which occupies the former home of the Israeli sculptor and writer. Dating back to 1887, it was one of the first buildings to be constructed in the Neve Tzedek area. During the early 20th century, it served as the headquarters of the HaPoel HaTzair Newspaper. In addition to detailing the writer’s life and work, it features a recreated studio where his artwork is exhibited.
In the south-west corner of Neve Tzedek is Park HaTachanam, which occupies the site of a historic railway station. It was established in 1892 as the terminus of the Jaffa-Jerusalem railway and features a disused cement factory that has been converted into a retail space. Dotted throughout the site are refurbished rail cars as well as an eclectic mix of independent boutiques and eateries.
Getting around Neve Tzedek
Neve Tzedek is around 10 minutes’ drive from the centre of Tel Aviv and 30 minutes from Ben Gurion International Airport, which has flights to destinations across the globe. Buses connect to Neve Tzedek and most of the area’s attractions can be accessed on foot.