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Israel Travel Facts
Israel packs an unusual density of religious history, modern culture, and varied landscapes into a country roughly the size of New Jersey. Jerusalem and Bethlehem hold sites sacred to three world religions, Tel Aviv delivers Mediterranean beaches and a leading food and tech scene, and the Negev desert and Dead Sea sit just a couple of hours south. Galilee and the Golan Heights round out the north with vineyards and hiking.
Capital
Jerusalem (Tel Aviv hosts most embassies)
Population
~9.7 million
Area
22,072 km²
Time Zone
IST (UTC+2) / IDT (UTC+3)
Currency
Israeli Shekel (ILS)
Languages
Hebrew, Arabic; English widely spoken
Main Airports
TLV (Tel Aviv Ben Gurion)
Visa
Visa-free up to 90 days for many nationalities; ETA-IL may apply
Best For
Religious sites, history, food, beaches
Typical Cost Level
High
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Israel Travel FAQ
Most Western nationalities - including the EU, UK, US, Canada, and Australia - can enter Israel visa-free for up to 90 days. An electronic travel authorisation (ETA-IL) is being rolled out for visa-exempt visitors, applied for online before travel.
Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) bring the most comfortable weather. Summer (June-August) is hot, especially around the Dead Sea and Eilat, but ideal for the Mediterranean coast. Winter is mild in Tel Aviv and rainy in Jerusalem, with occasional snow.
Security conditions in Israel and the wider region can change quickly. Always check the latest travel advisories from your home country before booking and during your trip. Outside conflict zones, day-to-day crime against tourists is generally low.
Israel uses the Israeli New Shekel (ILS). Cards are accepted almost everywhere, including in markets and taxis. ATMs are easy to find in cities; carry some cash for the West Bank and small businesses.
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