Caesarea
Caesarea

Caesarea

Caesarea National Park, Caesarea, Israel

The basics

Lapped by the blue Mediterranean, the remains of Caesarea are crazy photogenic. Highlights from Herod’s time include a waterfront palace, an amphitheater, the theater, which hosts concerts during summer, and a sunken harbor—perfect for a guided snorkel or scuba adventure. A bathhouse marks the remains of a Byzantine-era governor’s mansion, while a fortified city survives from Crusader times. A couple of museums and an informative visitor center help navigate the site.

Most travelers visit Caesarea from Tel Aviv, typically with other north coast attractions such as the Crusader city of Acre (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), historic Haifa with its gardens, and the Rosh Hanikra sea caves.

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Unforgettable Tour to Caesarea, Haifa, Acre and Rosh HaNikra from Tel Aviv
Unforgettable Tour to Caesarea, Haifa, Acre and Rosh HaNikra from Tel Aviv
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These cities are absolutely breathtaking. The view of the Mediterranean in Rosh HaNikra alone makes the tour worth it. Additionally, our tour guide Aviva was super cool, funny, and knowledgeable. It was my favorite part of my trip to Israel.
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Things to know before you go

  • There is a moderate admission charge to visit Caesarea National Park.
  • The Aqueduct of Caesarea (Aqueduct Beach) is about a mile (1.5 kilometers) north of the rest of the site. 
  • Much of ancient Caesarea is wheelchair accessible, with a wheelchair-friendly bathroom in the theater area. The harbor front is generally easy to access; beaches are usually not.
  • Caesarea National Park is family-friendly. Strollers are no problem but be aware that Aqueduct Beach is usually not lifeguard-protected.
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How to get there

Caesarea National Park sits on Israel’s north coast, about a 37-mile (59-kilometer) drive north of Tel Aviv. Pick up an 825 bus from Tel Aviv Central Station, then change to the 76 at Hadera River Junction. It loops through modern-day Caesarea then returns to stop close to the visitor center.

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When to get there

Caesarea National Park is open seven days a week, with shorter hours during the winter season, and early closing on Fridays and before religious holidays. Try to avoid visiting on Fridays and Saturdays (the Israeli weekend) and public holidays, when it can get very busy.

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Exploring Herod’s Israel

Herod gets a bad rap in Christian belief, but the historical king (73–4 BC) was a master builder. Caesarea’s artificial harbor broke new ground in port design: His majestic cliff-top fortress, Masada, is recognized with UNESCO World Heritage Status, while his Herodium fortress-palace, in the West Bank, still dominates its artificial mountain.

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