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Akko, Israel - Travel Guide

By MupDay - the planner that does the research for you.

Updated: 2026-07-04

Akko is an ancient port city rich in history, uniquely blending a glorious past with a vibrant present. Visit its narrow alleyways, colorful markets, and fascinating underground to experience a journey through time.

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Top things to do in Akko

The must-see places in Akko include Old City of Akko, Rosh Hanikra Grottoes (day trip from Akko), Al-Jazzar Mosque, Templars' Tunnel, Underground Prisoners Museum and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:

A sample 4-day itinerary for Akko

Here is what 4 days in Akko look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. The Citadel of Akko · Old City
  2. Underground Prisoners Museum · Old City
  3. The Old City Streets and Alleys · Old City
  4. Templars' Tunnel · Old City
  5. Knights' Halls · Old City
  6. Hammam al-Basha (Turkish Bath) · Old City
  7. Oukashi Art Museum
  8. Al-Jazzar Mosque · Old City
  9. The Land Gate · Old City

Day 2

  1. Ne'ot Kiryat Haim beach
  2. The Shrine of Baha'u'llah
  3. Or Torah
  4. Akko botanical garden

Day 3

  1. The city wall
  2. Akko Marina · Old City
  3. Khan al-Umdan · Old City
  4. St. John the Baptist Church · Old City
  5. Akko Lighthouse · Old City

Day 4

  1. Rosh Hanikra Grottoes (day trip from Akko) · North of Akko
  2. Immigrant monument in Achziv beach
  3. Tel Kabri
  4. Montfort Castle
  5. Yehi'am Fortress National Park

This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-see places in Akko?

Old City of Akko, Rosh Hanikra Grottoes (day trip from Akko), Al-Jazzar Mosque, Templars' Tunnel, Underground Prisoners Museum, Tel Kabri

When is the best time to visit Akko?

Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.

How many days do you need in Akko?

Most travellers spend between two and five days in Akko. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.

How do I plan an itinerary for Akko?

Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.

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