What are the best things to do in Eilat?
Top picks in Eilat include Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve, Underwater Observatory, Eilat City Museum, "What's Up" The Observatory in Eilat. See the full list and itinerary on this Eilat travel guide.
Photo: Yigal Dekel · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Eilat
Travel guide for Eilat, Israel — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Eilat is a stop in Israel, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 2 days. If time is short, prioritise Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve, Underwater Observatory, Eilat City Museum instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 110–230 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Eilat
1
Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve
2
Underwater Observatory
3
Eilat City Museum
4
"What's Up" The Observatory in Eilat
Plan your trip
Eilat itinerary (2 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve
- Visit Underwater Observatory
- Visit Eilat City Museum
- Eat at Pizza Kimat Hinam
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit "What's Up" The Observatory in Eilat
- Eat at Baguette Dolphin
Budget
Eilat trip cost
Budget
USD 50–85
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 110–230
per person / day
Luxury
USD 265–435+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Eilat, Israel. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Eilat
Estimated total (USD)
$2,985
≈ $1,493 per person · $426 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $170/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Eilat mid-range ground costs (budget 50–85 · mid 110–230 · luxury 265–435+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Pizza Kimat Hinam
Baguette Dolphin
Thai Corner
Falafel 'Blue' Boutique
Itzik Shawarma
Fast Habesha Restaurant
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Arava
SPNI's Eilat Field School
David's homestay
Cactus B&B
Motel Aviv
Shopping
- Mall HaYam
- Ice Mall Eilat
- Big Center Eilat
Nightlife
- Unplugged
Museums & culture
- Eilat City Museum
In pictures
Eilat gallery
Good to know
Eilat travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Eilat?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Eilat?
Plan at least 2 days in Eilat for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Eilat?
Popular stays in Eilat include Arava, SPNI's Eilat Field School, David's homestay. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Eilat cost?
On the ground in Eilat (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 50–85 per person per day, mid-range about 110–230, and luxury about 265–435+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Eilat, Israel. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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