6 Workshops & Classes in Israel to Build a Day Around

1.Galilean Cooking Workshop 2-4 particpants

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $410Our pick

Meet a Druze family near Haifa, learn about their culture over traditional coffee, then spend 1.5 hours cooking a seasonal Galilean lunch. Your local guide helps with translation and context before you sit down together to eat. The tour starts and ends in Karmiel.

“This was just such an incredibly special workshop. From the moment we arrived we felt immersed and welcomed. Paul was a huge help, not only from a translation perspective but also from a history lesson. We loved our hosts so much and felt so honoured to cook with them and learn about their lives.”

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2.Private Silk Wall Hanging Painting Workshop in Jerusalem

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $50Best value

At Avigael Creation in Jerusalem, you will paint a 30x40cm silk wall hanging with step-by-step help from Avigael. Choose a pattern in advance, learn how gutta keeps paint in place, and create a personal artwork in a private 90-minute session.

“We had such a great time! Avigail was very patient and clear and it was so relaxing! It was really fun to learn a new art medium.”

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3.Professional Surfing lessons in the heart of Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $62

Meet CHILLI Surf School at Hayarkon 40 for a private two-hour lesson with an instructor such as Ben. You’ll get a wetsuit, board, sunscreen, safety briefing, beach practice, wave coaching, a shower, and coffee or tea. Swimming is required, but no prior surfing skill is needed.

“I had a great experience. The surf shop is one block from the beach and very easy to find. Everyone was very friendly. The instructor was very patient and helpful during the lesson, and made for a great first surf experience. Highly recommend.”

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4.Professional Surfing Lessons at Beach Club TLV

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 5 reviews · 1 hour · from $50

Learn to surf on Tel Aviv’s Mediterranean shore with a certified English- or Hebrew-speaking instructor. This private one-hour lesson includes a soft-top board, wetsuit if needed, hands-on coaching, and access to showers and private changing rooms. It suits beginners aged five and up who can swim.

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5.Private Silk Painting Workshop in Jerusalem – Create a scarf –

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $90

Meet Avigael at Yiftakh Street 5 for a private, hands-on silk painting workshop. Choose a pattern in advance, paint a 70x70cm silk piece, and take home a personal scarf after guided instruction, with coffee or tea included.

“We had such a good time painting our Challa Cover! Avigael was amazing and had so much patience for us! Would recommend to all :)”

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6.Private Couple Massage workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $110

Spend about two and a half hours with Abigail Porat in a private Tel Aviv couples massage workshop. You will learn simple Swedish, Shiatsu, Thai, and deep tissue techniques, then practice giving and receiving massage with guidance adapted to your bodies and lifestyle.

“We wanted to have a different experience on our trip to Tel Aviv and found this double massage workshop. Obviously, we were a little hesitating at first, but as soon as we walked through the door, all those concerns disappeared. The ambience was so peaceful, clean and Read moreAuto-translated”

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