Haifa is built on the slopes of the Carmel Mountain, overlooking the Bay and the Valley of Jesrael as well as the Valley of Zebulon. This magnificent view makes the city of Haifa one of the most beautiful cities of the Mediterranean basin.
The deep port and the oil refineries contributed to the fast development of Haifa, from a fishermen village to the third largest city in Israel.
In Haifa attractions we find the worldwide center of the Carmelites as well as the world center of the Bahai’s religion. You can visit the cave of the prophet Elias, as well as some interesting museums. Haifa is the only town in Israel with an underground train-“the Carmelit”.
The panoramic observation point in Haifa attracts thousands of tourists to see the magnificent surrounding view. From here you can see the white capped Mount Hermon, the Gilboa, and Mount Tabor. To the East lies the Valley of Zebulon and the Valley of Jesrael, also known as the Valley of Armageddon- the place where the “final war” will take place. To complete this perfect picture is the impressive and Israel’s most beautiful Bahai Gardens and in the background is the beautiful round bay of Haifa. Many tourists choose to stay at the hotels in Haifa. A Haifa vacation will enable you to visit also the nearby attraction such as the Druze Villages, Megiddo, Acre (Akko), Mount Tabor, and more.
Go2Israel is offering a number of tours to Galilee: One-day Caesarea, Haifa, Acre and Rosh Hanikra. Two days tour will enable you to stay overnight and visit next day the surroundings of the Lake, Capernaum, Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha and Jordan River.