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What is Rosh HaShanah?

Rosh HaShanah is essentially the Jewish New Year, “Rosh” means beginning and “Shanah” means year. In the Jewish world, in this day families gather to have a traditional dinner (Seder) where they bless different foods with specific meanings. In Israel in particular, aside from the religious and family traditions, there are some of the best parties of the year!


Traditions of Rosh HaShanah

The traditions of mostly all Jewish Holidays may change a little depending on the origin of the family. Observant Jews usually go to the synagogue for special preyers, for more secular Jews, this is a resting day. In Rosh HaShanah the traditional dinner or Seder includes different foods that symbolize different things. Some people like to wear new clothes in honor of the new upcoming year.


Surviving Rosh Hashanah in Israel

Like on Shabbat and other Holidays, kosher bars and restaurants are closed and there is no public transportation.


Synagogues in Tel Aviv For Rosh Hashanah

If you are looking for a synagogue during Rosh Hashana, check out Secret Tel Aviv’s ‘Guide to Olim Friendly Synagogues’.


Learn more about holidays in Israel – Check out our Holidays in Israel Guide!


Traveling to Tel Aviv for the Holiday?

Where to stay?

Your first step is to find somewhere to sleep. We have guides for all of the Best Hotels in Israel, including Tel Aviv’s Best Hotels (best of the best), Tel Aviv’s Best Boutique Hotels (exclusive and tasteful) and Tel Aviv’s Best Hostels (fun and affordable)! You can book hotels directly through Secret Tel Aviv’s Booking.com Platform. (That amazing pool on the left belongs to The Norman Tel Aviv).


Get to know Israel

Israel is a country with thousands of amazing things to see and do. We’ve teamed up with two of Israel’s top tour companies to find the Best Tours in Israel, including tours in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Petra, the Dead Sea, West Bank and Christian tours. There is something for every taste – sightseeing tours, walking tours, camping tours, Segway tours and more.


Where to eat and drink in Tel Aviv?

Tel Aviv is a foodie’s paradise with amazing food from all over the world, check out our Food and Drink Guides voted by our community of over 150K Tel Avivians, we have everything from Tel Aviv’s Best Breakfast and the Best Sushi in Tel Aviv, to Tel Aviv’s Best Bars and Clubs and Tel Aviv’s Best Cocktail Bars. For more ideas, click here to check out all the Food and Drink guides.


What to do during the week?

Tel Aviv is full of cool things to do! One of the favorite activities in the city is going to the beach to relax during the summer, exercise or play a sport. Check out our events calendar to find Tel Aviv’s best parties, and our weekly newsletter for the top weekly tips,  including pop up markets, concerts and exhibitions, escape rooms and other cool activities. Check out our Top Things to Do in Tel Aviv guide for more ideas!


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