What to do in Acre Old City

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Acre Old City

Acre Old City Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Haifa Port

The Haifa Port is a vast marina that stretches along a large part of Haifa’s northeastern coastline. Built around a deep-water harbor, it’s a hub of enormous trawlers, yachts and cruise ships. Travel in ferries from this huge port to exotic destinations across the Mediterranean Sea.
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View the cargo and cruise ships scuttling around the largest seaport in Israel from the viewpoint at the top of Mount Carmel.

2. Akko Harbor

From the classical age to the medieval era and beyond, Akko Harbor, also known as Ze’ev Frid Marina, has played a key role in the social and industrial development of the city. See busy fishermen and their boats against a backdrop of the old district’s walls and the tall Khan al-Umdan clock tower. Snap photos of these glorious vestiges, well-preserved after many centuries.
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Akko Harbor

3. Hamam al- Basha Turkish Bath

Built by the Ottomans, the Hamam al-Basha Turkish Bath is an 18th-century site whose history is told via fun and informative videos. The public bathhouse has an opulent interior, with elaborate marble floors and a mosaic of ceramic tiles. Follow in the footsteps of affluent Ottomans as you amble through the site’s majestic halls.
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Statues of visitors and spirits of former bath attendants tell the story of this grandiose bathhouse through multimedia presentations.

4. Citadel of Acre

Built on the vestiges of a Crusader fortress, the Citadel of Acre dominates the northern part of Acre Old City. Today, the 18th-century structure contains the Underground Prisoners Museum, which tells the story of Jewish fighters imprisoned and executed on this site by the British. Take photos of the stone colonnades, turrets and courtyard that make up this imposing stronghold.
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Citadel of Acre

5. Old Acre Market

The scents of Middle Eastern pastries and spices arrest your senses in the Old Acre Market. Sellers compete loudly with each other and occasional donkey braying, creating a chaotic and exhilarating scene that you might expect to see as a bazaar in a film. Chat and bargain with vendors for a glimpse into the local culture in this muddled and charming bazaar.
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Sweet desserts garnish polished trays in the alleys of this traditional bazaar, where you’ll find everything from shisha pipes to wriggling fish.

6. Templars’ Tunnel

The Templars’ Tunnel comprises a 1,150-foot (350-meter) underground passage carved by the Knights Templar, connecting the Christian order’s former palace to the port. Today, its wooden walkway and stone walls are illuminated by elegant side lights. Multimedia presentations in English help you navigate the intricate history. Find out about the uses and designs of the tunnel through the various images and displays marking the walls.
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Traverse the southern section of Acre Old City’s underground in this medieval passageway that once led from the Knights Templar fortress to the marina.

7. Al-Jazzar Mosque

Al-Jazzar Mosque is a religious structure from the 18th century that provides an insight into Ottoman traditions and architectural styles. The enormous mosque is one of Israel’s largest outside of Jerusalem, making an indelible mark on the Acre skyline. Admire the tall minaret that rises from behind the large green dome capping the edifice.
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The 124-stair minaret behind the green dome of Israel’s second-largest mosque has become an iconic feature of the Acre townscape.

8. Turkish Bazaar

The Turkish Bazaar is an artisanal market held within a closed stone structure in Acre Old City. It was built in the late 18th century and initially served as a broader municipal market, before focusing in recent years on miniature art and handicrafts. Browse the trinkets and works of art in search of the perfect souvenirs to take back home.
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A white, vaulted ceiling and stone walls create a corridor lined by quaint shops in this market that specializes in handcrafted items.

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Akko Harbor

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Ancient walls, a mosque and the clock tower of an old inn create a spectacular background to this busy and historic port.

Akko Harbor
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Hamam al- Basha Turkish Bath

Statues of visitors and spirits of former bath attendants tell the story of this grandiose bathhouse through multimedia presentations.

Hamam al- Basha Turkish Bath
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Citadel of Acre

This fortress played a key role in Acre’s history and was used as a prison by Ottomans and British. The clinking of chains reminds you of its past.

Citadel of Acre
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Old Acre Market

Sweet desserts garnish polished trays in the alleys of this traditional bazaar, where you’ll find everything from shisha pipes to wriggling fish.

Old Acre Market
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Templars’ Tunnel

Traverse the southern section of Acre Old City’s underground in this medieval passageway that once led from the Knights Templar fortress to the marina.

Templars’ Tunnel
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Al-Jazzar Mosque

The 124-stair minaret behind the green dome of Israel’s second-largest mosque has become an iconic feature of the Acre townscape.

Al-Jazzar Mosque
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Turkish Bazaar

A white, vaulted ceiling and stone walls create a corridor lined by quaint shops in this market that specializes in handcrafted items.

Turkish Bazaar
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Baha'i Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Baha'i Gardens, a lovely green space in Acre. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.

Baha'i Gardens
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Mansion of Bahji

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You can learn about the history of Acre when you stop by Mansion of Bahji. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.

Mansion of Bahji

Day trip destinations from Acre Old City

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