Israel
Travel to Israel for a holiday or city break
Some arrive in Israel thinking only of the old stones; others, for the falafel that somehow always tastes different on Tuesdays. The Dead Sea, it pulls travelers with a promise to float, yet few mention the salty sting in the eye that comes free of charge. In Jerusalem, you might meet a pomegranate juice vendor who claims his secret is a pinch of poetry. The best hotel in Israel often depends on who you ask—one guest might praise the breakfast tomatoes, another the view over a noisy street. Visit the Carmel Market, and you will see, or maybe smell, why it became a popular thing to do: the air is thick with spice, bargaining, and the laughter of someone who just paid double. The overnight train to Be'er Sheva is not a thing, but sometimes a taxi ride at midnight feels just as adventurous.
Local weather in Israel
Spring
warm & sunny
Summer
warm & sunny
Autumn
warm & sunny
Winter
mild & temperate
Top destinations in Israel
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Best places to visit in Israel
These popular destinations have a lot to offer for you next holiday or city break.
Long-term travel destination popular things to do or visit in Israel
Wanderers, seekers, and those who simply misread their flight itineraries find plenty of popular things to do in Israel. You march up to Masada at sunrise, hoping for enlightenment and getting a sunburn instead. In Tel Aviv, the evening hums with the sound of sandals on pavement, and beach volleyball matches sometimes last longer than your patience for sunscreen. The old port of Jaffa calls with its winding alleys, but don't expect to find the same shop twice—time here works like a carousel, not a clock.
Some say the best hotel in Israel is the one with the strongest wi-fi; others, it’s the one with the strongest coffee, and both camps are right and wrong at once. The Galilee region, with its rolling hills and secret swimming spots, has inspired more lost car keys than postcards. If you ever get lost, ask a local—chances are, you’ll get directions, a family story, and possibly a dinner invitation, all in the space of five minutes. Just don’t try to pay with dollars in a falafel shop, unless you want to be told, with a wink, that the exchange rate includes a free side of pickles.
Accommodations in Israel
Discover the best accommodations for Israel and start planning your holiday.
