Eilat - Israel's main resort on the Red Sea

Eilat is located in the driest region of Israel. This is a famous resort on the Red Sea, the coast of which is given over to a nature reserve, where lovers of active recreation come to dive and snorkel.
The city is located on the border with Egypt and Jordan. Duty-free shopping thrives here.

Climatic features

Eilat is considered a prestigious resort. The sun shines here 360 days a year, and rains are rare. It is very hot here from July to September.

In winter, Russian and European tourists come here en masse to celebrate Christmas and New Year holidays. The weather is cool on the coast in winter. The best seasons for a beach holiday in Eilat are April and October.

Beaches

Beach areas in the resort stretch along the coast for twelve kilometers. The city consists of two parts - Coral Beach and North Shore with beach areas covered with pebbles and sand.

The most popular beach in Eilat is Migdalor, where sunbeds are provided free of charge to vacationers. Right from the shore you can admire the beautiful coral reef. The sea on the "Migdalore" is constantly clean.

The location of the North Shore is the city limits of Eilat. The local beach areas are assigned to hotels. At the same time, you can relax on them for free, but paid rental of sun loungers is provided. The north coast is perfect for families with children.

Divers mainly gather in the south of the resort at the location of the northernmost coral reef on our planet. Some parts of the sea are equipped with special piers for entry into the water. The Red Sea is overflowing with colorful and diverse fish, corals and other representatives of the underwater world.

Hotels

The resort is known for its numerous hotels for every taste. Here you can stay in a hostel, camping, comfortable hotel or themed hotel in the form of a village in the tropics or a castle. The first coastline is occupied by 5-star hotels with shops, restaurants, swimming pools, SPA, and sometimes football fields. Also, guests of Eilat are accommodated in apartments for 3-6 people.

What to bring from Eilat?

Local cosmetics stores sell scrubs, creams and shampoos based on Dead Sea minerals. Eilat guests return home with pomegranate and grape wines. The cost of the first is quite high.

Cuisine and catering establishments

The main promenade of the resort is the location of both inexpensive bars and cafes, as well as elite establishments where you can try Arabic, Brazilian, Spanish, Italian and other world cuisines. There are specialized dairy, fish and meat restaurants.

It is worth noting that Jewish establishments do not sell seafood, pork and dishes with a combination of meat and milk. But Israeli cuisine is known for delicious kosher cuisine. You can have breakfast in such restaurants with scrambled eggs “shakshuka”, dine with soup “harira”, and then enjoy an unusual dessert “kugel” in the form of pudding.

You can have a cheap meal right on the streets in tents selling Israeli fast food - falafel and shawarma. It should be said that the cost of meals in establishments that are not located in the tourist center of Eilat can be 20-50% cheaper.

reserved places

In the Coral Beach Reserve, you can visit an underwater observatory with an exhibition dedicated to representatives of the flora and fauna of the Red Sea. Here you will get acquainted with tropical South American animals. A separate exposition tells about the nightlife in the Red Sea. There are luminous underwater "exhibits" here.

The Timna valley is called the "mines of King Solomon". 30 centuries ago, copper mines were developed in this area. While walking along the hiking trails laid here, you can see ancient mines, rock paintings and Solomon's pillars.

A small recreational area next to the lake serves as a venue for various cultural events. Here you can attend a musical event in a kibbutz, ride a boat with a casino and the Jules Verne ship, the bottom of which is transparent. Cruises are organized from Eilat in the direction of the Egyptian coral island. Yacht trips on the waters of the Gulf of Eilat are also popular.

Near the Timna Valley, you can have a great time in the Khai-Bar Yotvate nature reserve, which is located 35 kilometers from the city. Here, the populations of representatives of the animal world are revived, which are mentioned in the Holy Scriptures and they once lived in this territory.

The reserve is located on an area of twelve square kilometers. It is inhabited by peaceful mammals. Isolated areas are reserved for reptiles and predators. Nocturnal animals live in a special zone. Tourists spend the night here in a specially set up camp, and a day trip lasts approximately two hours.

Amusement parks

The entertainment park "Fantasy" is equipped with numerous slides and carousels. It is located in the central part of Eilat. The theme park "City of Kings" reveals biblical stories. There are both fun rides and an educational part about the times when King Solomon lived.

Ice Park Ice Palace invites you to relax on a huge ice rink. Numerous restaurants are also located here. In the glass sphere, you can watch a real winter with snowfall.

The southern part of the resort is occupied by the Dolphin Reef Park. Amazing sea creatures live here, with which children can frolic in the pool.