Tel Aviv Pictures

Make sure you're by the water at sunset to catch a spectacular scene like this. Audun Bakke Andersen Getty Images

Jaffa is said to have been named for Noah's son, Japhet, who constructed the beautiful city walls and winding corridors after the Flood. Courtesy of www.goisrael.com

Walking through Jaffa is like stepping back in time. Anton Petrus Getty Images

Tel Aviv's golden Mediterranean shore attracts sun-seekers year-round. Courtesy of www.goisrael.com

Formerly the epicenter of Israeli shipping, the Old Tel Aviv Port is now a bustling culinary and nightlife hot spot. Courtesy of www.goisrael.com

Tel Aviv's beachside boardwalk (known as the Tayelet) offers spectacular city and sea views. Barry Winiker Getty Images

Neve Tzedek is one of Tel Aviv's oldest neighborhoods. Courtesy of www.goisrael.com

You'll find everything from snacks to hookahs to souvenirs at the Jaffa Flea Market. Just be prepared to haggle. stellalevi Getty Images

The White City – a UNESCO World Heritage site – is home to more Bauhaus-style buildings than anywhere in the world. Courtesy of www.goisrael.com

If you don't have time for a guided tour of the White City, simply strolling along Rothschild Boulevard will give you a sense of the area's significant architecture. Robert B. Fishman Getty Images

The Carmel Market – Tel Aviv's largest outdoor marketplace – sells everything from fresh produce to souvenirs. Cosmo Condina Getty Images

The interiors of the Bauhaus buildings in the White City are just as architecturally unique as the exteriors. Stefan Boness Getty Images

Tel Aviv's promenade extends roughly 3 miles from the Old Tel Aviv Port to Jaffa.  Rafael Ben Ari Courtesy of www.goisrael.com

Old stone walls surround Jaffa, an ancient city that is now a neighborhood in Tel Aviv, Israel. DEA / S. Vannini Getty Images

The Eretz Israel Museum offers visitors a taste of historic Israel with exhibits filled with ancient artifacts. Courtesy of www.goisrael.com

Patrons enjoy the sunshine and an afternoon meal at an outdoor eatery in Neve Tzedek. Dan Porges Getty Images

Do as the locals do and explore the Tayelet by bike. israeltourism flickr

One of many storefronts in Neve Tzedek for shoppers to take advantage of. TLV and more flickr

For handmade arts and crafts, head to the Nahalat Binyamin Market. Courtesy of www.goisrael.com

You'll likely spot old waterfront buildings while exploring the Old Tel Aviv Port. twiga_swala flickr

A breakwater at the entrance to the Old Tel Aviv Port. Dennis Jarvis flickr

A display of silhouettes outside the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. tmesis flickr

An spacious exhibit inside the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. Aleksandr Zykov flickr

A 2,000-year-old boat on display at the Palmach Museum in Tel Aviv.  Konrad Summers flickr

The geometrical exterior design of Tel Aviv Museum of Art was devised by American architect Preston Scott Cohen. Artur Salisz flickr

Matkot is a popular Israeli beach sport that uses wooden paddles and a ball. Menahem Kahana Getty Images

Tel Baruch Beach, which is considered one of the city's cleanest beaches. Ziaoyan Qian Getty Images

Volleyball courts and other facilities are available on many of Tel Aviv's beaches. Ilan Benhamou Getty Images

Paddleboarding is a popular activity at Tel Aviv's beaches. David Vaaknin Getty Images

Hummus Msabbaha is hummus that is garnished with paprika, chickpeas and tahini, among other ingredients. Anan Zeevy flickr

Kanafeh, a traditional Palestinian dessert, is a cheese pastry soaked in syrup. Sanjay Borra Getty Images

Falafel is mashed and deep fried fava beans, chickpeas or a mix of the two. Emilija Manevska Getty Images

A visit to the Carmel Market is a feast for the senses: when your eyes aren't taking in the kaleidoscopic display of fruit, your nose will be smelling the diverse array of spices. IAISI Getty Images

Along with produce and spices, the Carmel Market also sells ready-made snacks. Angelina Borowska Getty Images

Along with picturesque harbor views, Old Tel Aviv Port is home to a variety of waterfront bars and eateries. nir-art Getty Images