Southern District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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.
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Popular cities in Southern District

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Eilat
Known for Beaches, Sea and Snorkelling
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Eilat Marina

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For an interesting water-based experience on dry land in Eilat, survey the sterns of visiting watercraft to determine their origins.
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