Travel guide

Eilat

Red Sea diving at the desert's edge

🗓️ Best time: October–May💰 Mid-Range · ~$130/day📍 Israel

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About Eilat

Israel's sunny Red Sea resort at the tip of the Negev — coral reefs and warm diving waters, desert canyons, and a border-corner view of four countries.

⭐ Things to do in Eilat

Coral Beach Nature Reserve snorkelUnderwater ObservatoryRed Canyon hikeTimna ParkDolphin ReefRed Canyon slot walkMount Yoash four-country viewTimna's Solomon's Pillars

🍽️ What to eat in Eilat

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

Fresh Red Sea fishShakshukaFalafelMiddle Eastern grills

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Walkable resort strip; a car for the desert parks.

💡 Local tip

Snorkel straight off Coral Beach — the reef starts just metres from the shore.

🛡️ Safety

Check current travel advisories before visiting; tourist areas generally have a strong security presence.

🌙 Nightlife

Beach bars and the marina promenade.