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The best of Safed (2026)

The mountain city of Kabbalah — blue-painted alleys, ancient synagogues and a long-standing artists' quarter at 900 metres.

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Safed is the highest city in Israel and the spiritual heart of the Galilee. Our lists cover the Old City, the artists' quarter and nearby Mount Meron.

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Safed · Boutique Hotels

The 6 Best Boutique Hotels in Safed (2026)

The best boutique hotels in and around Safed in 2026 are Mitzpe Hayamim between Safed and Rosh Pina, Ruth Safed in the Artists' Quarter and the Canaan…

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Things to Do in Safed

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Safed · Synagogues

The 5 Best Synagogues in Safed (2026)

The best synagogues to visit in Safed in 2026 are the Ari Ashkenazi, the Abuhav and the Yosef Caro synagogues, followed by the Ari Sephardi and the Al…

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The 7 Best Attractions in Safed (2026)

The best attractions in Safed (Tzfat) in 2026 are the Synagogue Quarter, the Artists' Quarter and the old cemetery where the great Kabbalists are buri…

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Beaches & Nature in Safed

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Safed · Viewpoints

The 6 Best Viewpoints in Safed (2026)

The best viewpoints in Safed in 2026 are the Citadel Park, Mount Meron and the Birya forest lookouts. Safed sits at around 900 metres, the highest cit…

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Shopping & Local in Safed

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Safed · Design & Craft

The 6 Best Art and Craft Studios in Safed (2026)

The best art and craft studios in Safed in 2026 are Sheva Chaya Glassblowing, the Tzfat Gallery of Mystical Art and Safed Candles. Safed has been an a…

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Everything else in Safed

Categories we are still working on for Safed. In the meantime, these link to the nationwide list.

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