Tel Michal

Tel Michal is an archaeological site near Herzliya with five hills along the Mediterranean coast, the central mound rising about 100 feet (30 meters). Excavations have uncovered layers from different time periods spanning the Bronze Age through the early Arab era.

The settlement started in the Middle Bronze Age and continued through thousands of years of habitation. Structures show evidence of Persian, Greek, Roman, and Arab populations who lived here at different times.

The pottery and tools you find here reveal how people lived and conducted trade with neighbors across the sea. These objects tell stories of daily work and connections that stretched far beyond the local community.

The site sits along the coast and is easily reached, with informational displays explaining excavation methods and discoveries. It is best visited during times when the sun is not too strong, as shade is limited on the hills.

Remains of wine production facilities from different periods have been found across the site, showing that grape cultivation and wine making were central to the economy here for thousands of years. This tells us a lot about what people valued and how they made their living.