Nordau Beach (Religious Separate Beach), Tel Aviv-Yafo
Nordau Beach: Tel Aviv’s Only Gender Separated Beach for Men & Women
By Solomon Wiesen, TLV Beaches. Last reviewed October 2026.
Nordau Beach is Tel Aviv’s only gender-separate beach, at the sea end of Nordau Boulevard (named after Max Nordau), behind a wall that screens it from the promenade. In the bathing season it alternates: the municipality lists women’s days on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday and men’s days on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Saturday is not a separate day, so check the city’s Nordau Beach page before you go. Locals call it the religious beach or the separate beach; it is used by religious families and by anyone who prefers a quieter, more private swim. Background on how the city came to run it is in this municipal study of public space.
At a glance
- Type: the only separate-bathing beach in Tel Aviv-Yafo; declared beach with lifeguards in the bathing season; Blue Flag beach
- Women: Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Men: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
- Saturdays: open to everyone per the municipality’s English page; check the sign at the entrance
- Where: sea end of Nordau Boulevard, between Metzitzim Beach and the Hilton Beach dog strip
- Facilities: kiosk, changing rooms, toilets, showers, shade shelters, playground, sports equipment, lockers
- Rentals: NIS 12 for a chair or an umbrella and NIS 22 for a sunbed (NIS 5, 5 and 9 with a Digitel resident card)
- Not allowed: dogs, water sports, barbecues and parties
This page is part of our guide to Tel Aviv beaches, covering every beach from Tel Baruch in the north to Jaffa in the south. For live sea conditions and lifeguard hours, see the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality’s official page for Nordau separate beach.
Nordau Beach: The Only Gender-Separate Beach in Tel Aviv
1. Gender-Segregated Swimming Days
Nordau Beach operates on a special schedule with separate swimming days for men and women: Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays are for women, while Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays are for men, according to the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality. The separation applies during the bathing season. The municipality’s English page says Saturdays are open to both men and women; its Hebrew page lists only the six weekdays, so check the sign at the entrance if Saturday matters to you.
2. Catered to Religious Observers
The beach is particularly popular with Tel Aviv’s religious community, as it provides a comfortable space for those who observe modesty laws. This beach follows strict guidelines for gender separation, making it a favorite for Orthodox Jews and other communities that prefer this setup!
3. Lifeguarded and Safe
Nordau Beach is a declared bathing beach with a lifeguard station. In the 2026 bathing season, which ended on 10 October, they worked from 07:15 until 16:45 in spring and autumn, until 17:45 in June and until 18:45 in July and August. Swimming outside of designated areas is prohibited for safety reasons.
4. Easy Access and Facilities
The beach is at the sea end of Nordau Boulevard, about 350 metres from the corner with HaYarkon Street, and is easy to reach on foot or by bus. It is walled off, with rubber curtains at the entrance. Inside, the municipality lists a kiosk, changing rooms, toilets, showers, shade shelters, a playground, sports equipment and lockers. You can also rent sunbeds and umbrellas.
5. Modest Swimwear Is Common
The municipality does not publish a dress code for this beach, but many visitors, especially those from religious communities, choose modest swimwear. You’ll commonly see women in full-body swimsuits and men in modest attire, creating a comfortable environment for those seeking discretion.
If you get bored at the religious scene, you can see some secular people at the nearby Tel Aviv Promenade!
Photos of the Nordau Separate Beach
Hotels near Nordau Beach
The closest hotel we list is the Grand Beach Hotel, at 250 Hayarkon Street beside Nordau Boulevard. See the full list of hotels near Metzitzim Beach, or filter by pool, kosher and price in the Hotel Finder.
Common FAQ’s About the Religious Gender Separate Nordau Beach, Tel Aviv
Q: Where is Nordau Beach located?
A: Nordau Beach is at the sea end of Nordau Boulevard in north Tel Aviv, between Metzitzim Beach to the north and the Hilton Beach dog strip to the south. It’s easily accessible from the city center by public transportation or bike.
Q: Is there an entrance fee to Nordau Beach?
A: No, like most Tel Aviv beaches, Nordau Beach is free to access. However, if you wish to rent sunbeds or umbrellas, the city’s fixed prices are NIS 12 for a chair or an umbrella and NIS 22 for a sunbed (NIS 5, 5 and 9 with a Digitel resident card).
Q: What are the designated days for men and women?
A: The beach operates a schedule for gender-segregated swimming:
- Men: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
- Women: Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
- Saturdays: open to everyone according to the municipality’s English page (the Hebrew page does not list Saturday)
Q: Are there lifeguards at Nordau Beach?
A: Yes, during the bathing season. In the 2026 bathing season, which ended on 10 October, they worked from 07:15 until 16:45 in spring and autumn, until 17:45 in June and until 18:45 in July and August. It’s important to swim only in the areas monitored by lifeguards.
Q: Is modest swimwear required at Nordau Beach?
A: There is no published dress code. Many visitors, particularly from religious communities, choose modest swimwear such as full-body swimsuits.
Q: Are there food and drink options at Nordau Beach?
A: Yes, there is a kiosk for drinks and snacks. Visitors are also welcome to bring their own food for a picnic by the sea. Barbecues are not allowed.
Q: What facilities are available at Nordau Beach?
A: Nordau Beach has public toilets, showers, changing rooms, shade shelters, a playground, sports equipment and lockers. There are also sunbeds and umbrellas available for rent.
Q: Are pets allowed at Nordau Beach?
A: No, pets are not allowed on Nordau Beach. If you’re looking for a pet-friendly beach, take your dog to the dog strip at the north end of Hilton Beach, which starts right next to Nordau Beach on the south side.
Q: Can I swim on mixed-gender days if I prefer gender separation?
A: According to the municipality’s English page, Saturdays are open to both men and women. If you prefer gender separation, visit on the designated weekdays for men or women.
Q: Is alcohol allowed at Nordau Beach?
A: There is no special alcohol rule for this beach beyond the city-wide ones: glass bottles are prohibited, and the police may confiscate alcohol in public places between 21:00 and 06:00. See our guide to drinking alcohol on Tel Aviv beaches.
Q: Is Nordau Beach accessible for people with disabilities?
A: Yes. The municipality lists accessible toilets and showers here, and beach wheelchairs for the waterline are kept at the beach.
Sources: the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality’s page for Nordau Beach, its lifeguard hours, price list and beach services table (Hebrew), and the city’s beach zoning map. Checked October 2026.
