Southern District

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.

Popular cities in Southern District

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 Snorkeling
From little more than a tiny police station over 65 years ago, this area has grown to be a major sunny vacation destination.

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 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 sunset over a marina with boats and a rocky breakwater.
Ashdod
Known for Beaches, Sea and Marinas
Experience the marina, beaches, and ruins in Ashdod!

Reasons to visit

  • Ashdod Beach
A narrow canyon with layered rock formations.
Hevel Eilot
Head to sights like Neot Smadar Art Center and Hai-Bar Nature Reserve 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 marina.

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