Getting around in Tel Aviv

Overview

Traveling in and around Tel Aviv on your medical tourism vacation is easy. The weather is always great for walking around (assuming your hotel is centrally located).  However, there are also tons of taxis and an extremely efficient and organized bus station.  

Buses

The bus system in Tel Aviv offers medical tourism visitors an economical and convenient way of getting around. Avoid using buses between the early morning peak hours of 7 and 8, and in the evenings between 4 and 6.  Buses are clean and serve some 30 stops scattered around the city. Many bus drivers speak a smattering of English, and you can buy the tickets on the bus itself. Most bus routes end at the Central Station, with a number of buses serving the central areas and thoroughfares.   

Taxis

Taxis are plentiful in Tel Aviv and are easy to find at the numerous taxi stands situated around town.  You could also ask your hotel concierge to call a taxi for you or phone for one yourself. Meters are mandatory, but many drivers chose to offer out-of-towners a “special” fee to take them to a specific destination.  A negotiated fare might not always work out cheaper for you than a metered fee.  In fact, it almost never will.  Also remember that you will be charged a small surcharge on holidays or the Sabbath.  

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