Basel Street, Tel Aviv

Basel Street is not the first place you’d think of visiting in Tel Aviv, but if you fancy a great meal in a sidewalk cafe or a look through some boutique stores on a tree-lined residential street then this is it. Basel Street has a certain calm sophistication that the center of Tel Aviv lacks. Situated in what is now known as the “old north” this used to be a very trendy area, but today the leafy neighborhood is a quieter, almost isolated place. 

Tourists often visit only a city’s center, and focus on attractions, never seeing where the “real” people live. But as Basel Street is so close to the center of Tel Aviv, it is easy to make a short visit for a quick coffee, an enjoyable meal away from the crowds, or a shortcut to get to the beach.

Plan Your Visit

• Location - Basel Street, Tel Aviv
• Open Times - 24/7
• Prices - Free
• Average Visit Duration - 1 hour
• Popular Times - Friday and Saturday are popular with locals and visitors who come to enjoy the fresh loaves and pastries from the local bakeries, and to stop for a coffee in one of the cafes
• Tours - The best way to explore Basel Street and its surroundings is with a private Tel Aviv walking tour

Where is Basel Street in Tel Aviv?

Basel Street stretches from Dizengoff Street in the west to Ibn Gvirol Street in the east. It runs parallel to Jabotinsky Street to the south and Sderot Nordau to the north.

Basel Street from East to West

At the eastern end of Basel Street is Ibn Gvirol, a street that is home to many restaurants, cafes, bars, and Rabin Square. Basel meets Ibn Gvirol at #148 Ibn Gvirol, where you’ll find the Lily Rose Bar. As you progress along Basel Street from Ibn Gvirol you’ll see typical Tel Aviv residential buildings, with plenty of trees and greenery around the building entrances. 

When people talk about Basel Street they are usually referring to the middle section of the street, between Sokolov St. and Yehoshua Ben Nun St. where the street opens up to a paved square. You won’t find buskers, crowds, or live entertainment here, but you will be able to enjoy the laid-back neighborhood atmosphere while you sip your coffee. 

Pro Tips:

• Looking for a good cafe in this area? Then try Arcaffe at #35 (on the public square), Hamanya at #37, Alkalay at #1 Alkalay Street, or Lulu at #5 Alkalay Street nearby. The square is surrounded by stores and cafes and there are benches and shade, but little else in this public area.
• There is underground parking beneath the square and charging stations for eclectic cars.

Continuing west from the square there are fewer stores and more residential buildings. As you approach Dizengoff Street there are a few more cafes. Basel Street meets Dizengoff Street at #223 Dizengoff where you’ll find the 223 Bar. 

Pro Tip: If you wanted to keep going from the Dizengoff end of Bazel down Jabotinsky you would reach Hilton Beach which is just a 12-minute walk away.

Basel Street Neighborhood

In the surrounding area are several parks, and large shady trees. And although it is only a few blocks from Dizengoff Street, the Basel Street neighborhood feels like a village within a city. Don’t miss a peek down the side streets where you might find some hidden gems like boutique fashion stores, a cute cafe, or a gallery.