Tiberias

Tiberias (Hebrew Teveriyah טבריה) is a large town located on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee/Lake Kinneret in the north of Israel. The view of the lake from the hills is simply fascinating - so much water, and so blue. Once Jesus used to hang out in the area which is now a flourishing resort town.

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Tiberias attractions and sightseeing

• Hamath Tiberias National Park [1]
• The Galilee Experience [2], located near the main wharf
• The Jordan river baptismal site. A holy site not to be missed. Bring swim wear and a robe for the baptismal. An excellent restaurant is on premises "tmarim" palms fusing French cooking techniques with local Cannanite ingredients. Wonderful!

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City tours

• Go kayaking on the Jordan river (further down the road from the Baptismal site)
• Stroll along the promenade and catch a northern breeze
• Visit the City Spa, located within City limits and featuring thermal and sulphur pools
• Take a swim in the lake, but don't urinate in it, because the water from here is being pumped and whisked in underground pipes to the desert for drinking by humans...
• Hire a bicycle and go cycling around the Kinneret lake (requires a whole day to complete the approximately 55 km circuit)

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Good restaurants and cheap meals

• Old Tveria restaurant in the center is a really gourmet institution with reasonable prices (much cheaper than comprable restaurants in Tel Aviv). Try their filet mignon or Beef Strogonoff!! An old British pub ambiance with outdoor terrace.

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Hotels, youth hostels, lodging

The Scottish House hotel is an upscale boutique hotel, right at the center and steps from the water. Best hotel in town, with restored British decor and fancy tea time tradition.

• Holiday Inn Tiberias, Tel: 972-3-5390808, [3]. Holiday Inn Tiberias is situated away from the clamor of the city, surrounded by emerald lawns and naturally enchanting areas. Connect with the energy of nature by lounging in the sitting areas on the lawn, immersing in the exclusively natural water at the Tiberias Hot Springs, sitting in the quiet reading areas and participating in the yoga and shiatsu classes. Located on the shores of the Sea of Galilee among spectacular gardens on the Tiberias promenade, Holiday Inn offers a paradise of tranquility and beauty. The hotel is part of a complex that includes the Tiberias Hot Springs Spa, the Hamat Tiberias National Park and a 500-meter beach with direct access to swimming and sailing facilities.

• The official H-I hostel, [4]. is located in the center of town, with a price of aprox. 18$ for one person a night.

Many other cheap hotels can be found across the shore and on the main street. If you don't have a booked reservation, consult any taxi driver.