Timeline
06:12
Arrive at Cliff Beach to claim your spot. The sandstone cliff behind the beach offers a natural barrier against the wind, and the dunes above provide a slightly elevated vantage point if you want to avoid the sand. This is the poshest beach in Tel Aviv, so you might spot locals and celebrities enjoying the quiet morning.
06:42
Watch the sunrise. On January 15, the sun sets toward the WSW, but at sunrise it rises in the east. The golden light starts about 16:22, but for sunrise viewing, the key is the first light hitting the water. The beach is free to enter.
07:27
Head to find a place for breakfast or coffee. Since there are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate context for Cliff Beach, check the route to the nearest open café in the area. The theme suggests breakfast or coffee once places open, so allow time for the short walk and waiting for the first cafes to open their doors.
Local tip
Cliff Beach is known for being the poshest beach in Tel Aviv. It used to have an entrance fee, though that may no longer be the case. Bring a light jacket as mornings by the sea can be cool, especially in January.
Check before you go
- Verify if the entrance fee is still in place, as this may have changed.
- Check opening hours for nearby cafes, as they may open later in the morning.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Tel Aviv (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).