The main tourist areas- Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, the Negev, Dead Sea, and Galilee, remain as safe as always. In addition to that, personal safety in Israel is always incredibly high and crime very low, especially when compared to most Western countries and cities.

Tel Aviv is Israel's cultural and commercial capital. Named “The Mediterranean Capital of Cool” by the New York Times, Tel Aviv is a city with a savvy attitude and cultural astuteness. “The city which never sleeps” is a center for nightlife, cuisine, culture, and liberalism.

Drinking Laws: The legal age for purchase of alcoholic beverages is 18; proof of age is required and often requested at bars, nightclubs, and restaurants, so it's always a good idea to bring ID when you go out.

So yes, unless you're actually coming from Iceland, Tel Aviv is pretty damn expensive to visit. It's definitely the most expensive city in Israel, with the possible exception of Jerusalem. ... The good news is that if you're visiting Tel Aviv on a budget, you can save on many things and enjoy the city on the cheap.