Israel is a land of great historical and religious significance, and its ancient ruins and holy sites attract visitors from around the world. There’s more to do here than just tour ancient marvels, though—Israel is a modern, thriving country with a little bit of everything, from world-class scuba-diving to Dadaist art colonies. Here are some of the best attractions and activities in Israel and the Palestinian territories.
Israel and the Palestinian territories have been the stomping ground of dozens of peoples over as many centuries—the layers of civilization date back to ancient Jericho, which, at 10,000 years ...more
If religious history is your thing, then you’ve come to the right place. Jerusalem is holy to three of the world’s major religions: Jews pray at the Western Wall, Muslims worship at the ...more
Northern Israel in the spring is a hiker’s paradise, overflowing with animals, wildflowers, and snow-melt springs and waterfalls. Well-marked trails maintained by the Society for the Protection ...more
Natives and tourists alike agree that the sunbathing along the Mediterranean is Tel Aviv’s raison d’etre; the city’s beaches are constantly crawling with beautiful—and sometimes ...more
The Tel Aviv Art Museum boasts a small but impressive collection. The city is also peppered with hole-in-the-wall galleries, which are both difficult and exciting to find. In Jerusalem, watch the artists ...more
Israeli fast food is restricted, without variation, to shawarma, falafel, and hummus. Expect to encounter more kinds of olives and pickled vegetables than you knew existed—pickled lemon slices ...more
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