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The Rothschild Code

Crack the DNA of Innovation

A premium multi-sensory journey through the heart of the Start-Up Nation. From Herzl’s vision to global unicorns*, experience Israeli innovation through storytelling, flavors, sounds & unforgettable encounters.

Feel the energy. Experience the journey. Crack the Code.

* “Unicorn” -Tech company with a valuation exceeding US$1 billion.

Zionism & Start Up Nation

Station 1 – Shalom Meir Tower

 

Theodor Herzl – The Man Who Dreamed a Nation

“When you will it, it is no dream.” With these words, Theodor Herzl inspired generations to turn vision into reality. His belief that bold ideas can change history continues to fuel Israel’s culture of innovation and entrepreneurship today.

Theodor Herzl – The Man Who Dreamed a Nation

The Overall Experience

Our Journey is more than a tour – it is a mindset where history meets startups, where ideas turn into reality, and where every step along the boulevard feels like moving through the DNA of the “Startup Nation

The Overall Experience

Herzliya Gymnasium -The Hebrew Code

Founded in 1905, Herzliya Gymnasium was the first modern Hebrew high school in the world and a cornerstone of the Hebrew revival.Within these walls, a new generation learned to speak, think, and dream in Hebrew.

Herzliya Gymnasium -The Hebrew Code

The Reviver of the Hebrew Language

Eliezer Ben-Yehuda believed that a nation needs a common language to thrive. His lifelong mission to revive Hebrew helped unite generations of Jews and laid one of the cultural foundations of modern Israel.

The Reviver of the Hebrew Language

Alfred Dreyfus: The Trial That Changed History

The wrongful conviction of Alfred Dreyfus revealed that even in modern Europe, Jews could face discrimination and persecution. The affair profoundly influenced Theodor Herzl and helped inspire the birth of the modern Zionist movement.

Alfred Dreyfus: The Trial That Changed History

Start-Up Nation

Israel is known as the “Start-Up Nation” due to its high concentration of innovation and entrepreneurship. Despite its small size, it has produced many global tech companies and breakthroughs. Its strong culture of creativity, education, and resilience has made it one of the world’s leading innovation hubs.

Start-Up Nation

Israeli High-Tech Record Numbers

In 2025, high-tech output totaled NIS 352 billion and Contributed 50% To Economic Growth.
Israeli high-tech exports have increased over the past decade, reinforcing the sector’s position as the central component of Israel’s economy.

Israeli High-Tech Record  Numbers
Theodor Herzl – The Man Who Dreamed a Nation
The Overall Experience
Herzliya Gymnasium -The Hebrew Code
The Reviver of the Hebrew Language
Alfred Dreyfus: The Trial That Changed History
Start-Up Nation
Israeli High-Tech Record  Numbers

Funding the Dream

Station 2- Baron Edmond de Rothschild

Baron Edmond de Rothschild

Known as The Famous Benefactor, he invested more than wealth—he invested hope, turning pioneers into builders and helping create the thriving nation we know today as the Start-Up Nation.

Baron Edmond de Rothschild

The Overall Experience

Our Journey is more than a tour – it is a mindset where history meets startups, where ideas turn into reality, and where every step along the boulevard feels like moving through the DNA of the “Startup Nation

The Overall Experience

Rothschild Boulevard

This is where Tel Aviv’s past, present, and future come together. Lined with stunning Bauhaus architecture, vibrant cafés, innovative startups, and creative energy, it is the beating heart of Israel’s innovation ecosystem.

Rothschild Boulevard

Ahuzat Bayit

What began in 1909 as Ahuzat Bayit, a small dream on the sand dunes, became the foundation of Tel Aviv—the first modern Hebrew city. Guided by vision, courage, and community, its founders transformed empty sands into one of the world’s most dynamic and innovative urban centers.

 Ahuzat Bayit

The First Kiosk

One of Tel Aviv landmarks was more than a place to buy a drink—it was the city’s first entrepreneurial venture and a symbol of the pioneering spirit that shaped Tel Aviv.

The First Kiosk

Soda Stream

SodaStream revolutionized the beverage industry by allowing consumers to make sparkling water at home, reducing the use of single-use plastic bottles.The company achieved one of Israel’s largest exits when PepsiCo acquired SodaStream for $3.2 billion,

Soda Stream
Baron Edmond de Rothschild
The Overall Experience
Rothschild Boulevard
 Ahuzat Bayit
The First Kiosk
Soda Stream

Who We Are

Oded Grofman

Join me for a journey through the people, ideas, and bold decisions that helped turn Israel into the Start-Up Nation. Along the way, I’ll share stories and insights from my own path—from government and diplomacy to global business and leadership roles.

Together, we’ll uncover what happens when vision, resilience, and a little chutzpah come together. 😉

The Exit

Station 3 -Independence Hall

David Ben-Gurion

The ultimate builder of a nation. With vision, courage, and relentless belief, he led the declaration of Israel’s independence in 1948 and laid the foundations of a country that would grow into the Start-Up Nation.

David Ben-Gurion

The Overall Experience

Our Journey is more than a tour – it is a mindset where history meets startups, where ideas turn into reality, and where every step along the boulevard feels like moving through the DNA of the “Startup Nation

The Overall Experience

Independence Hall

At Independence Hall, the Israeli “startup” was officially launched. In this very room, Ben-Gurion declared independence in 1948—turning vision, belief, and persistence into the founding moment of a nation that would become the Start-Up Nation.

Independence Hall

Tamara Rothschild

We will have a break and a Bite at Tamara that represents a vibrant Tel Aviv experience where quality, creativity, and pleasure come together in every bite. began as a simple idea—turning fresh, high-quality ingredients into joyful, colorful, and accessible dessert experiences.

Tamara Rothschild

White City, Tel Aviv

On this tour, you will experience the purest expression of modernist design in the city — iconic Bauhaus buildings from the 1930s that define Tel Aviv’s White City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for its outstanding urban and architectural value.

White City, Tel Aviv

WIZ

Wiz is a leading cloud security platform Built by experienced cybersecurity experts from elite Israeli intelligence units, the company delivers fast, agentless visibility across complex cloud infrastructures.

Today, Wiz is widely used by global enterprises to secure cloud systems at scale and is considered one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies in the world.

WIZ
David Ben-Gurion
The Overall Experience
Independence Hall
Tamara Rothschild
White City, Tel Aviv
WIZ

Station 4

Haganah Museum

The Israeli Genius – A Nation of Adaptation

The “Israeli Genius” describes the unique ability of Israeli society to turn pressure into progress. A small nation, often under threat and internal complexity, that consistently transforms challenges into innovation, strength, and growth

The Haganah – The Birth of Israeli Defense

Founded in 1920, the Haganah became the main defense organization of the Jewish community in Mandatory Palestine. From underground defense to the Palmach and the struggle for independence, it laid the foundations for the Israel Defense Forces and a culture of resilience, initiative, and adaptation.

The Haganah – The Birth of Israeli Defense

The Overall Experience

Our Journey is more than a tour – it is a mindset where history meets startups, where ideas turn into reality, and where every step along the boulevard feels like moving through the DNA of the “Startup Nation

The Overall Experience

Haganah Museum

Where the Story of Israel’s Defense Comes Alive
Located in the historic home of Eliyahu Golomb, founder of the Haganah, the museum tells the story of the Jewish underground defense organization.

Haganah Museum

From Underground to Global Leader

Born in secrecy during the struggle for independence, Israel’s defense industry evolved from improvised underground workshops into a global force in advanced defense technology.
Today, Israeli innovation in aerospace, cyber, intelligence, and defense systems reflects a legacy of necessity, ingenuity, and relentless adaptation.

From Underground to Global Leader

From Military Innovation to Civilian Technology

Israel’s technological journey transformed military innovation and elite technology units into a powerful engine for civilian entrepreneurship and global technology.
From cybersecurity and AI to communications and medical technology, veterans have gone on to build companies whose innovations impact millions of lives around the world.

From Military Innovation to Civilian Technology
The Haganah – The Birth of Israeli Defense
The Overall Experience
Haganah Museum
From Underground to Global Leader
From Military Innovation to Civilian Technology

Station 5

Rothschild Boulevard

In the heart of Tel Aviv-Yafo lies one of the city’s most vibrant and iconic areas Rothschild Boulevard – where history, innovation, and urban lifestyle blend into a seamless experience that feels both timeless and cutting-edge

Architecture & Heritage

Rothschild Boulevard is an open-air showcase of Bauhaus architecture and the White City legacy, recognized by UNESCO. Historic 1909 buildings stand alongside sleek modern towers, framed by wide tree-lined promenades that tell the story of Tel Aviv’s transformation from a small sand dune settlement into a global innovation hub

Architecture & Heritage

Silicon Wadi

Israel’s Innovation Ecosystem Silicon Wadi is home to a remarkable concentration of startups, global tech companies, investors, and research centers.
Fueled by military innovation, world-class talent, and an entrepreneurial culture, it has become one of the world’s leading technology ecosystems.

Silicon Wadi

The Overall Experience

Our Journey is more than a tour – it is a mindset where history meets startups, where ideas turn into reality, and where every step along the boulevard feels like moving through the DNA of the “Startup Nation

The Overall Experience

Culinary Scene

The area is a culinary playground. From chef-driven restaurants and contemporary bistros to street-style bites and creative Israeli cuisine, every corner offers something different. Morning coffee turns into business lunches, which evolve into late-night dining and cocktail experiences

Culinary Scene

Mobility: Bikes & Scooters

Getting around is part of the experience. Dedicated bike lanes, electric scooters, and walkable boulevards connect Rothschild effortlessly to Neve Tzedek, the Carmel Market, and the beachfront within minutes – making the city feel compact and alive

Mobility: Bikes & Scooters

The Overall Experience

Rothschild Boulevard is more than a location – it is a mindset. A place where history meets startups, where ideas turn into reality, and where every step along the boulevard feels like moving through the DNA of the “Startup Nation

The Overall Experience
Architecture & Heritage
Silicon Wadi
The Overall Experience
Culinary Scene
Mobility: Bikes & Scooters
The Overall Experience

Testimonials

Blanche, USA

Blanche, USA

So enjoyable and interesting to hear how Israel and the "Start up Nation" evolved. Oded made the tour fun and very interesting ! We would recommend him! Toda Raba
Tom, Germany

Tom, Germany

The tour with Oded was outstanding! We enjoyed every moment of it and learned so much. Thank you!
Stephen  , Canada

Stephen , Canada

Oded (עודד ) is a brilliant historian of Tel Aviv and Israel in general. He gave me the best tour of Old Tel Aviv imaginable, stressing how the Jews have always been the “start-up nation”. Saw some beautiful art galleries and important buildings as well.It exceeded my expectations!
Sharon ,Australia

Sharon ,Australia

We loved our walk and learned so much about the history of Israel. Oded showed us so much that helped put it all in context -- things that we had literally just walked past on the way to the tour without thinking twice about. Oded was incredibly knowledgeable about Israel history and Start Up Nation. Thank you, Oded!!
Guy, UK

Guy, UK

We had a wonderful time, thank you Oded! The detailed stories and unfolding of Israel history within and upon the streets of Tel Aviv were enthralling.
Andres,Cost Rica

Andres,Cost Rica

Oded was an exceptional guide. He has lots of background information and stories in addition to the excellent tour materials. The pace was perfect
Colleen,Canada

Colleen,Canada

Oded was absolutely the BEST guide. So knowledgeable on all fronts. And added another dimension to the tour with his photos and family history. So very very special. Thank you!!!

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FAQ

From the birthplace of Israel & Tel Aviv to the heart of Israel’s innovation ecosystem, The Rothschild Code takes you on a journey through the people, ideas, risks, and breakthroughs that helped shape the Start-Up Nation.

You’ll explore iconic landmarks, hidden stories, and the places where vision became reality — while experiencing the Israeli DNA of initiative, resilience, creativity, and bold thinking firsthand.

The Rothschild Code is designed as a 2 hour immersive journey, allowing enough time to explore, interact, ask questions, and experience the story — without rushing from one stop to another.

Private and customized experiences can be extended or adapted according to your group’s interests.

For curious travelers, business leaders, entrepreneurs, companies, students, and anyone interested in understanding Israel History and how Israel became a global innovation powerhouse.

Absolutely. The experience can be customized for executive groups, corporate delegations, incentive programs, and team experiences.

We intentionally keep groups limited to 15 People in order to preserve interaction and personal engagement. Private experiences can be designed for different group sizes.

Included

Expert Host & Storyteller
An experienced Israeli host bringing history, business, innovation, and personal stories to life.
The Rothschild Code Experience
An immersive journey combining storytelling, interactive challenges, historical insights, and unexpected discoveries.
All planned experiences & activities
Everything specifically listed as part of your experience is included.
Curated route & exclusive content
A carefully designed route through Tel Aviv, supported by original stories, visuals, and interactive content.

Not Included

Transportation to and from the meeting point
Transportation can be arranged separately for private groups upon request.

Food & drinks
Tastings and refreshments are included only where specifically stated in the experience description.

Personal expenses
Any purchases or expenses outside the planned experience are not included.

Gratuities
Tips are not required and are entirely at your discretion.

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