The Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh in Bahjí, ‘Akká, is closed to the public from 26 July to 8 August 2026. The outer gardens remain open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Thursday to Monday
The Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh in Bahjí, ‘Akká, is closed to the public from 26 July to 8 August 2026. The outer gardens remain open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Thursday to MondayThe Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh in Bahjí, ‘Akká, is closed to the public from 26 July to 8 August 2026. The outer gardens remain open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Thursday to Monday
The approach to the circular garden is a long, straight path framed with cypress trees and informal plantings. As you walk, the silence seems to grow in intensity. Entering the heart of the site is like arriving in a world of peace and serenity, a wall-less sanctuary that is protected without being enclosed.
The Bahá’í Gardens are located in North ‘Akko, across from Bustan Hagalil, on old Akko-Nahariya road 8510, at the end of the old access road 8501. The area features a long ornamental path bordered by flowers and trees.
Open: Thursday through Monday, from 09:00 to 16:00
Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh: 09:00 to 12:00
Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Bahá’í Holydays and Yom Kippur
Location: Route 8501, Northern ‘Akko
Parking: Parking is available for cars and buses.
Dress: Please wear clothing that covers your shoulders and reaches your knees, with no tears. Because of the pebbled paths and occasionally slippery pavements, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes with good traction. During the summer months, consider bringing a hat and sunscreen.
Weapons: Not allowed
Food and drink: Visitors are welcome to bring their own bottle of water, but drinking other beverages, eating, chewing gum, and smoking are not allowed inside the gardens.
Restrooms A public restroom is located inside.
Animals: Not allowed
The garden paths are long and mostly pebbled.
There are a limited number of benches.
To request an accessible tour, please fill out the Accessibility Tour Request Form.
If you have any questions, need assistance, or would like to share feedback, please feel free to reach out:
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +972 (4) 831 3131
The Bahá’í Gardens at Bahjí in ‘Akko form a wide circle surrounding the historic mansion where Bahá’u’lláh, the Prophet-Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, resided during the final years of His life and the Shrine where His remains were laid to rest.
Reservation required or if space is available.
Guided tour duration: 1.15 hours
Dress code: Required
Reservation required or if space if available
Location: Route 8501, Northern ‘Akko
Parking: Parking is available for cars and buses.
Dress: Please wear clothing that covers your shoulders and reaches your knees, with no tears. Because of the pebbled paths and occasionally slippery pavements, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes with good traction. During the summer months, consider bringing a hat and sunscreen.
Weapons: Not allowed
Food and drink: Visitors are welcome to bring their own bottle of water, but drinking other beverages, eating, chewing gum, and smoking are not allowed inside the gardens.
Restrooms A public restroom is located inside.
Animals: Not allowed
The garden paths are long and mostly pebbled.
There are a limited number of benches.
An accessible restroom is located inside the gardens
To request an accessible tour, please fill out the Accessibility Tour Request Form.
If you have any questions, need assistance, or would like to share feedback, please feel free to reach out:
The Bahá’í Gardens are religious sites that are open to the general public without charge. As in most other such sites, visitors are asked to wear modest clothing that covers their shoulders and reaches their knees, to help keep the place clean and beautiful, and to behave in a manner that is considerate of the sensitivities of others.