Things to do in Galilee

View the cargo and cruise ships scuttling around the largest seaport in Israel from the viewpoint at the top of Mount Carmel.

Go swimming and canoeing near the beaches and hiking trails of Israel’s largest freshwater lake, where Jesus is said to have performed his most iconic miracles.

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

Elegant terraces and sculptures stand beside the colorful floral layouts and palm tree rows in the enormous Hanging Gardens of Haifa that commemorate the Báb.

You can learn about the history of Emek HaYarden with a visit to Capernaum. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Visit a monastery and a chapel on the spot where Christ is thought to have delivered the Sermon on the Mount.

Perched on the side of Mount Carmel, the founding convent of the Carmelite Order has scenic coastal views and an ornate interior filled with biblical imagery.

Calm waters in the bay provide ideal swimming and stand-up paddling conditions on a beach where men and women are segregated.

It’s believed this sacred mountain range once held a battle between Yahweh and a pagan god. Now it has vineyards, quaint villages and stunning coastal views.