Acre Old City Holidays

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

You can study the exhibits at Underground Prisoners Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Acre. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.