Eilat is a sun worshipper’s Garden of Eden. Scores of sandy beaches line the coast of the Red Sea along Israel’s southern most city, extending a warm and sunny welcome to all who visit. Each beach has a personality of its own. Some are quiet and relaxing, while others never stop hopping. Diving is allowed in some waters, fishing boats paddle along in others. The waves are not high enough for surfing but swimming out to what seems like the middle of the ocean is an experience avid swimmers dream for. …More

A rain forest in the middle of the desert? Sounds like every nature lover’s dream. And so it is. At the recently opened Botanical Gardens in Eilat, you won’t need to search any further for your Garden of Eden. Overlooking the Red Sea, with the grand Edom Mountains in the background, the Organic Botanical Gardens is a lush desert oasis where once only sand and stone ruled the land. Situated at the entrance to the town of Eilat, the gardens opened their doors last June and have become a popular stop …More

Not everyone who goes down to Eilat loves to spend hours on the beach, baking in the sun. To those who are wary of spending much time soaking up the rays, there is a plethora of options for indoor or well-shaded attractions and sites to keep you busy. Nightmare Warning: this particular attraction is not for the faint of heart (or children under 12 or pregnant women). As its name suggests, Nightmare provides a chilling experience, where visitors are expected to make their way through a nightmare-ish maze of a …More

Though Eilat is a popular destination for both local and foreign tourists, people shudder at the thought of having to drive for four hours through the Negev. Don’t worry—half the fun of Eilat is getting there. Well, maybe not half the fun, but there are certainly are enjoyable attractions and interesting sites to see on the way down south, providing a nice break from the monotonous drive through the desert.  Alpaca Farm The Alpaca Farm is one-of-a-kind, home to over 400 species of alpaca. At the …More

Grab a Bible (yes, you read that right) before you visit the Hai Bar Biblical Wildlife Reserve in Eilat, at the southernmost tip of Israel. In addition to protecting endangered species or those on the brink of extinction, the reserve also makes a home for desert birds and hoofed mammals mentioned in the Bible. Located in a desert area, the Reserve, opened in the 1960s, is part of the Yotvata Reserve, about 25 miles north of Eilat. Once there, visitors will notice a profusion of acacia trees: These trees maintain …More

Eilat, nudged at the tip of the Red Sea, this former military post and port has evolved into a beach hotspot frequented by sun starved Europeans and rightly so. Life on the sea takes center stage in this city on the edge of the Negev desert, as do many of its attractions. And after dark, nightlife reigns supreme. Start your day with some fish—or perhaps coral—for breakfast. Eilat’s subtropical climate means the water is warm and the underwater fauna accordingly colorful. Among the top rated …More

Most Israelis like to be in touch with their surroundings. Ask any Israeli how to get to a certain place in Jerusalem and most will be more than happy to help out a tourist with directions—whether they are local or not. However, due to the distance and seclusion from the rest of the country, in addition to the fact that Eilat is a resort town, the majority of Israelis you will meet here are also tourists and won’t be able to give you such good directions. This isn’t such a problem, since most of …More

Eilat is a tourist haven. Located at Israel’s southernmost tip, it attracts both international and local travelers. Such a diverse clientele requires diverse dining options, and Eilat delivers. From your basic shwarma, pizza, and burgers to more refined fare, you’ll be surprised at the myriad of choices. For those keeping strictly to a kosher menu, Eilat has more than enough to satisfy. Stroll the boardwalk for a quick kosher shwarma or pizza. If you are looking for a more culinary experience, try …More

Located near Timna Valley, site of the oldest copper mines in the world, the port of Eilat served as a strategic trading point between neighboring states, and prehistoric excavations dating back to the 7th century B.C.E. Since its inception into the Jewish State under the UN Partition Plan of 1947, Eilat has flourished as a tropical tourist haven in Israel’s southernmost point. With toasty temperatures and a long stretch of beach, you’ll find many visitors sunning themselves under a cloudless sky, but …More

Being one of Israel's popular tourist destinations, both foreign and local, it's not enough for Eilat to only offer fun attractions and beautiful hotels. The throngs of visitors—families, college students, and retirees—means that Eilat’s restaurants and bars must be up to par, as well as offer a variety of choice. Here is a list of some Eilat's best and tastiest culinary hot spots: Ice Space It's hard to believe, but with the ingenuity of today's architecture and technology, the owners of Ice …More

Being Israel’s only resort town, there are things to do and see in Eilat that a person would otherwise be hard-pressed to find elsewhere in the country. The southern most city of Israel, nestled between Egypt and the Red Sea, Eilat is known as a popular tourist destination both internationally and domestically. Eilat’s desert climate combined with its location far from Israel’s other cities makes for a fun and laid-back resort atmosphere. Eilat is divided into the north and south parts of the …More

Most tourists who venture down to Eilat are aware that when they visit the resort town, a whole slew of waterfront activities await them. However, most tourists are not aware of the fact that in the desert areas surrounding Eilat, there are many fun and challenging hikes and trails to try. These trails are especially interesting since the desert area of Eilat creates geological formations that you can’t find anywhere else in the country. The different trails have different levels of difficulty, so figure out …More