Strolled through the narrow cobbled streets of the old city. A lot of galleries, a lot of tourists, but it is still special. Unique atmosphere, not quite as in Jerusalem. The people are relaxed and friendly, we learned a lot about the history of the...More

Tzfat (Safed) seems to be marketed as a kind of Israeli Sedona - a somewhat mystical place with art, sprituality, etc. You get the impression that it is some kind of hippie-ish arts colony. It is not. It is an ultra-Orthodox city and that dominates...More

We hired a private driver who brought us to all the holy site and explain everything we saw We learn a lot about the Jewish culture and more This is a beautiful city with wonderful people

Had a great time walking through, some of the art pieces were really gorgeous!! But beware some of the items are overpriced feel free to bargain with the shopkeepers its the norm in Israel.

Overlooking Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee, Safed, in the pine forests of Upper Galilee, is not only the highest city in the Holy Land it is also one of Israel's holiest cities. The narrow, cobble-stoned streets should not be missed and evoke an atmosphere...More

Safed lies like a bastion on a hill. Driving up there and looking down to the Sea of Galilee is simply awesome. You will get off the car/bus in the new part of the city and walk from there to the old city. It is...More

I thoroughly enjoyed waking around Safed even though the streets are narrow and cobblestone. We visited a beautiful synagogue and stopped at a unique art gallery. There are many galleries and shops all along the streets. There was an opening that had seating at which...More