The Bahá’í Gardens in Haifa comprise a staircase of nineteen terraces
extending all the way up the northern slope of Mount Carmel. The
geometry of the complex is built around the axis connecting it with the
City of ‘Akko, which also has great historical and sacred significance
for Bahá’ís. At its heart stands the golden-domed Shrine of the Báb, which is the resting place of the Prophet-Herald of the Bahá’í Faith.
While different parts of the gardens offer a variety of
experiences, they speak in a common language of graveled paths, hedges
and flower beds groomed and nurtured by dedicated gardeners. The
gardens frame panoramic views of the city, the Galilee Hills and the
Mediterranean Sea.
Visiting the gardens
The Bahá’í Gardens in Haifa are open from 9:00 to 17:00, seven
days a week, but the inner gardens near the shrine close at 12:00 noon.
The gardens are closed on Bahá’í holy days
and Yom Kippur. In rainy weather, they may be closed temporarily as a
safety measure because the pavements are slippery when wet.
There are several ways to visit: If you wish to
discover the gardens on your own, you can visit any of the three areas
that are accessible from different parts of the city, as shown on the
interactive site map below. To learn more about these areas, hover or
click on the numbers identifying the entrances.
location 1) Main Entrance
Located at 80 Hatzionut Avenue, near Shifra Street, the main entrance
gives access to the golden-domed Shrine of the Báb and the extensive
gardens on the same level.
Visiting hours: 9:00 – 17:00 daily
The shrine and the inner gardens can only be
visited from 9:00 to 12:00 noon. After 12:00 noon you may prefer to
visit the Yefe Nof Balcony (location 2) with its panoramic views of the
gardens
location 2)Yefe Nof Balcony
The viewing balcony at the top of the gardens is at 61 Yefe Nof Street,
near the hotels and shopping area of Carmel Center. From here you may
enjoy a panoramic view of the golden-domed Shrine of The Báb and the
terraces which stretch down the mountain side, as well as the bay and
the Galilee Hills.
location 3)German Colony Plaza
The viewing balcony at the top of the gardens is at 61 Yefe Nof Street,
near the hotels and shopping area of Carmel Center. From here you may
enjoy a panoramic view of the golden-domed Shrine of The Báb and the
terraces which stretch down the mountain side, as well as the bay and
the Galilee Hills.
The most complete experience of the gardens is obtained by taking one of
the walk-in tours that are offered daily except Wednesdays. These tours
are free of charge, and no reservation is required.
It
is advisable to make arrangements in advance for organized groups of 25
people or more and those with special interests.
:You can also join tours with 2 routes are captured below
Recommendations and reminders
The Bahá’í Gardens are religious sites that are open to the general
public without charge. As in most other such sites, visitors are asked
to dress modestly, to help keep the place clean and beautiful, and to
behave in a manner that is considerate of the sensitivities of others.
Dress: Please wear clothing that covers your
shoulders and reaches your knees. Because of the pebbled paths and
occasionally slippery pavements, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes
with good traction. During the summer months, consider bringing a hat
and sun screen.
Photography is permitted, except for the interior of the Shrines.
Food and drink: Visitors are welcome to bring their
own bottle of water, but drinking other beverages, eating, chewing gum
and smoking are not allowed inside the gardens.
Other prohibitions: Kindly do not bring animals or weapons.
Gardens closed: The gardens are closed on Bahá’í holy days and Yom Kippur. They may also be closed temporarily in rainy weather.
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