Akko - Townscape

The most interesting part of Akko is the walled Old City with its Arab and Oriental atmosphere. Outside the massive town walls are extensive residential areas in plain and unpretentious style developed since the Israeli conquest. Ancient Akko (Tell el-Fukhtar) lies 2km/1.25mi east of the Old City. To the southeast of the Old City extends a long sandy beach (Argaman Beach), with a number of large hotels and restaurants.

The sights of the Old City are described in the form of a walk round the town.