4-Day Eilat and Tel Aviv Travel Itinerary

  • Day 1: Eilat
    0 minutes (0 miles) from Eilat city center

    Start your trip in Eilat by exploring the Underwater Observatory Marine Park. This attraction offers a unique opportunity to see the marine life of the Red Sea up close. Afterward, head to the Ilot Beach to relax and soak up the sun. End the day by enjoying a dinner of fresh seafood at The Last Refuge.

  • Day 2: Eilat to Tel Aviv
    4 hours (220 miles) from Eilat to Tel Aviv

    Take a morning flight or rent a car to travel to Tel Aviv. Once you arrive, head to Rothschild Boulevard to see some of the city's historic Bauhaus architecture. Continue your walk to the Carmel Market, a bustling market filled with vendors selling fresh produce, souvenirs, and street food. End the day at Jaffa Port, where you can watch the sunset over the Mediterranean Sea.

  • Day 3: Tel Aviv
    30 minutes (5 miles) from Tel Aviv city center

    Start your day by visiting The Israeli Museum of Art to see a wide range of Israeli and international art. Afterward, head to the Hacarmel Shuk Bites Card, where you can explore some of the nightlife and food culture by stopping at different bars and restaurants in the bustling Machne Yehuda market. End the day by enjoying a cocktail at Mendeli Street Hotel Rooftop, while taking in the views of the city.

  • Day 4: Tel Aviv
    30 minutes (4 miles) from Tel Aviv city center

    Start the day by walking to the Beit Hatfutsot Museum to learn about the history of the Jewish people, including their migration and culture. Afterward, head to the Gordon Beach to relax, and end your trip with a dinner of authentic Israeli cuisine at Aba Gil.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Underwater Observatory Marine Park (2 hours, $30)
  • Ilot Beach (3 hours, free)
  • The Last Refuge (2 hours, $50)
  • Rothschild Boulevard (1 hour, free)
  • Carmel Market (2 hours, $20)
  • Jaffa Port (2 hours, free)
  • The Israeli Museum of Art (3 hours, $12.50)
  • Hacarmel Shuk Bites Card (4 hours, $40)
  • Mendeli Street Hotel Rooftop (1 hour, $20)
  • Beit Hatfutsot Museum (3 hours, $15)
  • Gordon Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Aba Gil (2 hours, $40)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $247.50

Transportation

Traveling between Eilat and Tel Aviv can be done by car (rental or taxi), or by airplane (about an hour-long flight). Public transportation options (train or bus) are not recommended for this route as they can take up to 6 hours.

Within the city, walking, biking, and public transportation (bus or train) are recommended options. Taxis and ride-sharing services are also readily available but can be pricier.

Estimated Transportation Costs: Car Rental ($80/day), Taxi ($30-$45), Flight ($50-$100 each way), Public Transportation ($5-$10/day)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to Masada National Park from Eilat or a visit to the Tel Aviv Museum of Art.

If you have less time, consider skipping some of the attractions or combining some of them. For example, Rothschild Boulevard and Carmel Market could be seen in one afternoon, and the Beit Hatfutsot Museum could be combined with a visit to the Tel Aviv University Campus.

Airports

The main airport serving Eilat is Ramon International Airport (ETM). It is located about 9 miles north of Eilat's city center. The main airport serving Tel Aviv is Ben Gurion Airport (TLV). It is located about 12 miles southeast of Tel Aviv's city center.

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