World by City

Culture & venues

Tel Aviv Cinematheque

Open in Maps
Tel Aviv Cinematheque

Tel Aviv Cinematheque

The Tel Aviv Cinematheque is a cinema and film archive established in 1973. It serves as a hub for art-house cinema, screening classic films and independent works that are typically not found in commercial multiplexes. Travelers visit this venue to experience curated cinematic programming and explore the city's film heritage.

Getting There

The venue is located within the central area of Tel Aviv. From the city center, it is accessible via local bus lines or a short taxi ride. Depending on your starting point in the downtown core, travel time generally ranges from 5 to 15 minutes.

Time Allocation

The amount of time to spend here depends on the screening schedule. A single film typically requires 2 to 3 hours. Visitors interested in browsing the archive or attending multiple screenings should plan for a half-day or full-day visit.

When to Visit

Evening screenings are the most common, though matinees are often available. The venue can get crowded during special film festivals or premiere nights. There is no specific season that affects accessibility, as the facility is indoors.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its central location, the cinema can be combined with visits to other cultural and architectural sites within walking distance:

  • Habima Square (0.4km)
  • Heichal HaTarbut (0.4km)
  • Azrieli Sarona Tower (0.5km)
  • HaKirya (0.6km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Tickets & tours

Admission prices and opening hours change often, so we don't list them here. Check what's on sale and at what price below — booking ahead can cut the queue at some places.

This place may not appear in the results — some sites are free to enter or sell tickets only at the gate.

Stays near Tel Aviv Cinematheque

Sorted by distance, walkable ones first. Distances are straight-line.

Map and place data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Tel Aviv Cinematheque Nearby stays

Check prices and availability on the booking sites.

Pick your dates — we'll search Tel Aviv hotels for you

Choose dates and guests, and the buttons below will open search results with your criteria. Prices differ between sites, so compare before you book.

Hotel membership

Staying at Accor hotels often? ALL Accor+ Explorer

A paid annual membership. It includes two free nights a year across Asia-Pacific, 30% off dining and 15% off drinks, and 15% off stays at more than 4,500 hotels worldwide.

Explore the membership

Good to visit alongside