About

A resort town in southern Israel, Eilat is located on the Red Sea. Its beaches are one of its main attractions, and it is a popular place for skin diving and scuba diving. For those who don't want to get into the water but still want a look at the undersea life, there is the Underwater Observatory. You can visit the Dolphin Reef, a research facility, and the Coral Beach Nature Reserve, which is also underwater. The Yotvata Hai-Bar Nature Reserve has been established to protect endangered animals and is open to the public as well. The city is surrounded by the Negev Desert, a beautiful area with opportunities for hiking and camel treks. At Tinma Park in the desert, you can visit the world's oldest copper mines. The Red Canyon in the nearby Eilat Mountains is another beautiful hiking area. The Promenade in Eilat is the place to find a variety of popular bars and restaurants.

Getting to and from

Ramon International Airport is 18 km from downtown Eilat. A shuttle runs every 15 minutes to Eilat, and the journey is around 15 minutes. Taxis and rental cars are also available.