A green lung of around 1,000 acres at the heart of the city. The park runs along the two banks of Ha-Yarkon River. Ben-Gurion, who foresaw the urban development, asked to leave a green lung at the heart of Gush-Dan (the central block of the country) in favor of the environment and the quality of life of the residents.

An agricultural farm located in the eastern part of the park, in Ya’ar Rosh Zipor. Throughout the farm there are petting zoos, wide stretches of wilderness and agriculture and also “Gina La-Toshav” compound which allows the city’s citizens to work the land.

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A historical and archeological site containing remains of seven gristmills which operates on the river’s banks in earlier eras. This spot features pristine nature, a wide array of wildlife and in our humble opinion is one of the most beautiful in the park.

At the center of the park, lies the river. You can merge with the breath-taking scenery and relaxed ambience by walking around it or coast on it with a boat. You can rent boats on the river’s banks, your choice from pedal, rowing or engine-mounted boats.

This forest sports a different view from the rest of the park. Ancient Eucalyptus trees standing strong along the northern side of the river give the forest’s visitors a sense of “Bereshit” (genesis, beginning). The Forest is located on the eastern part of the park near Ramat-Gan soccer stadium and Ha-Meimadion.

Challenging rope and climbing facilities among the Eucalyptus trees and near the quaint, humble and relaxed Café Bereshit found within the compound of Ya’ar Bereshit. The café is open on weekends and is a perfect pit stop for relaxing.  www.yaarbereshit.co.il

There is a big, green hill at the north-eastern part of the park used mostly for concerts, shows and festivals that hold large crowds. Many well-known artists from Israel and from abroad have performed here.

An old-school playground. The compound is built primarily from wooden beams used for climbing rigs, a maze and a balance-challenging walking lanes. Furthermore, the playground includes a zip line. Free of charge.

At the heart of the park are 4 magical and unique gardens: Ha-Gan Ha-Tropi, Gan Ha-Sla’im, Gan Ha-Cactusim and Ha-Gan Ha-Gazum. Free of charge, highly recommended!

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Stretching over 5 acres, this garden has walking lanes surrounded by tropical plants near flowing brooks, decorative fish, countless beautiful birds and a music corner. A very relaxing atmosphere.

Boulders and big rocks from all over the country have been collected in this garden. This landscape provides a mystical feeling to this fascinating spot. Neat little roads snake around the rocks and up the hill is a hidden Amphitheatre surrounded by boulders in the style of Stoneage.

This garden contains trees and rose shrubs that can be pruned into different shapes. Near the shrubs there are small bodies of water, fountains, ancient mosaics and walking lanes. The garden reminds of classic royal gardens common outside of European castles.

A wide array of cactus plants are scattered in this garden. This is one of the central habitats for odd and wonderful cacti. Some of the cacti have been donated by collectors from all over the world.

Across from Ha-Yarkon River, south of Ganei Ha-Ta’arucha on Rokach Avenue lies the Wahl Amphitheater, used for open-air shows and events.

A 20-meter wide balloon, securely tied to the ground, rises to about 100 meters (330 feet) to allow a 360-degree view. The balloon can hold up to 30 people. The duration is around 15 minutes.

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Over a 10-acre area filled with tropical plants and brooks lies a habitat of a wide variety of birds. Paid entrance.

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A convention center of the council of Israel Ha-Yafa. In this compound, issues concerning the environment, sustainability and the relationship between humans and nature are discussed. The main building stands at the heart of a well-groomed garden on the northern bank of the river.  www.israel-yafa.org.il

A large sports and recreation compound including basketball courts, a rugby field, trampolines, roller-skating rink, fitness rigs, wide patches of grass and much more.

This sizable garden is used to commemorate the fallen citizens of Tel-Aviv from Israel’s wars. The names are etched onto monuments made from black granite rocks scattered across the garden in groups, based on the specific war and era.

This highly decorated and appreciated center is designed to look like an upside-down ship, signifying wreckage and loss. Through a lagoon and under the pedestrian bridge, rowers head to the river. www.drc.org.il

Ha-Yarkon is the longest of all of Israel’s rivers which stream to the Mediterranean Sea at 27Km long. Its’ sources are from the area of the city Rosh-Ha-Ayin in the east, and it ends adjacent to Tel-Aviv harbor, spilling into the Mediterranean Sea.

This station has been founded by Pinhas Rotenberg in the year 1938 and was named after Lord Reading, a British-Jewish member of the parliament who acted in favor of the Jewish settlement. This station used to provided electricity to Gush-Dan, the central block of Israel.

In 2010, the Reading Promenade was made open to the public and in 2016, the restoration of the keep facing the sea from the northern bank of the river’s estuary has been completed. Near the keep are archeological remains of a Hebrew community from the 7th century B.C.

The westernmost bridge out of all the bridges crossing the Ha-Yarkon river. Intended for the crossing of pedestrians and cyclists. This bridge connects the Reading promenade to Tel-Aviv harbor of the river. Built in 1938 by Sir Arthur Wokkof, the High Commissioner of Palestine.

The harbor was built by Jewish laborers in 1938, and was used extensively up to 1965. In recent years, it has transformed to a lively tourist site. The grounds of the harbor are open 24/7. It is advised to be updated about the sites’ special activities and events at www.namal.co.il

A vibrant, boutique, roofed market in Tel-Aviv harbor. The meeting place between farmers and the consumers. On Fridays, the Market expands outwards and has many stands, each offering high-quality food and produce. Closed on Sundays.

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A rowing club which is also a kind of a museum. Established in 1935 by a group of Jewish rowers from Germany. This authentic club has an amazing balcony facing the river and a small, wooden pier for the boats.

There are more then 30,000 dogs in Tel Aviv.
In the park, there are several fenced dog gardens serving the many pet owners of the city and its’ visitors.

Beit Daniel is used as an educational center for all teaching Jewish culture and prayers as practiced by reform Jews. The center is open to the public and is recommended for anyone looking to experience Jewish traditions based is equality. www.beit-daniel.org.il

Throughout the park are various, public sports facilities. Much of these are in the Sportek compound and others are laid out over the massive space of the park.

Ha-Yarkon is not just a park, but an expansive habitat for a wide variety of animals which changes from season to season. At Pinat Ha-Chai Bavli you can find Ibex, fawn, local and migrating birds, Coney and many other animals.

An array of big and small playgrounds are all over the park. Some of them are old-school and made of wood and others more modern. The playground located near the Bavli neighberhood and Pinat Ha-Chai is very well known and  recommended.

All throughout the park and Tel-Aviv’s avenues are mobile, no-charge, public libraries. These libraries were introduced to promote the reading culture within the city. One of these lovely libraries is located between the wooden playground and Pinat Ha-Chai Bavli.

Public lavatories and water coolers have been built along the riverbanks. The lavatories have been colored light-green for easy identification.

From an aerial viewpoint, the area stretching east of Ayalon River and south of Ha-Yarkon River looks like a bird’s head (rosh zipor). Furthermore, the meeting point between the rivers looks like the beak and the hill like the bird’s eye. Therefore its’ name – Rosh Zipor.

This river, which flows all the way from Jerusalem’s mountains, converges with Ha-Yarkon River in Ya’ar Rosh Zipor. The river runs along Ayalon Highway (Netivei Ayalon).

Used by bike riders and pedestrians, this bridge lies under Netivei Ayalon and over the 2 banks of Ha-Yarkon and Ayalon Rivers. Please note that there are 3 separate entrances and exits to the bridge. The middle exit will lead you to Ya’ar Rosh Zipor.

East of Ayalon River, at the heart of Ya’ar Rosh Zipor, stretches Elia Hill onto which you can hike or ride and enjoy a circular, 360-degree view.