Southern District Travel Guide

Israel

A panoramic view of a city with a desert landscape in the foreground and a dense urban area in the background.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, a promenade, and a large illuminated building.
A coastal marina with boats docked, a sandy beach, and a rocky breakwater.
Ancient ruins by the beach with a city skyline in the background.
A desert landscape with layered rock formations and a clear sky.

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A marina with various boats docked, a large hotel building in the background, and palm trees along the waterfront.
Eilat
Known for Beaches, Sea and Snorkelling
Eilat is calling! Discover its snorkelling, desert views, beaches and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Eilat Marina
  • Coral World Underwater Observatory Aquarium
  • Eilat Museum and Art Gallery
A rocky landscape with ancient stone ruins and a small building with an open doorway.
Tamar
Known for Sea, Spas and Beaches
Relaxing Tamar awaits: its oceanfront, spas, beaches and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Masada National Park
  • Ein Gedi Nature Reserve
  • Ein Gedi Botanical Garden
A sunset over a marina with boats and a rocky breakwater.
Ashdod
Known for Beaches, Sea and Marinas
Experience the marina, beaches and archaeology in Ashdod!

Reasons to visit

  • Ashdod Beach
A vast desert landscape with winding roads, terraced fields, and a river.
Ramat Negev
Head to sights like Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Center and Ramon Crater as you discover Ramat Negev.

Reasons to visit

  • HaMakhtesh HaGadol
A narrow canyon with layered rock formations.
Hevel Eilot
Head to sights like Timna Park and Neot Smadar Art Center as you discover Hevel Eilot.

Reasons to visit

  • Red Canyon
A sandy beach with waves, rocky outcrops, and a clear blue sky.
Ashkelon
Known for Beaches, Sea and Wildlife
Come to quaint Ashkelon and enjoy its beaches, wildlife and cafes.

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