Where to relax in Israel with a child. A trip to Israel with children: pitfalls

A trip to Israel was offered as one of the options.

Why? Because it great option rest with children.

At this time, Israel is warm enough. Getting there is easy and simple. The flight is short and not tiring at all. There are many flights, flights are inexpensive.

Israel is an amazing and unique country. Children are very fond of here and they do everything to make them happy.

This means that there will be no problems with accommodation and meals for small tourists.

In addition, Israel is a state-museum in which ancient history, biblical legends, the earthly path of Christ, various religions, the dramatic fate of the people, secularism and a high European standard of living are intertwined in an incomprehensible way.

There are many wonderful places in Israel that will satisfy both adults and children. In addition, given the small area of ​​the country, you can visit different parts of it in a short period of time.

Where to go in Israel with a child and what to see?

The weather in the winter months in Israel is varied. It depends on the location of the point you are traveling to.

For example, in the north of the country on the slopes of Mount Hermon at this time there may be snow. Here on ski resort fun skiing, sledding, snowboarding awaits you. Fun for everyone - from accompanying grandparents to the smallest.

Beach holiday opportunities in Israel in February

It is unlikely that you will be able to splash at this time in one of the four seas, whose waters wash Israel. These are the Red, Mediterranean, Dead and Galilee Seas (the latter is the Kinneret Lake with fresh water).

The weather is generally comfortable: + 15 ... + 21 degrees, although it often rains in February. But the water is still cold for a beach holiday. In the Mediterranean Sea (Tel Aviv), the water temperature is up to +18 degrees, and few people dare to swim in the cool Mediterranean waters.

In the Dead Sea, the water is slightly warmer: + 18 ... + 20 degrees. And the warmest at this time is the Red Sea (in the resort of Eilat): +22 degrees.

Well, you won't be able to soak up the beach. But on the other hand, such a moderate and not hot temperature is a great opportunity to devote time to excursions and visit many interesting places.

In the holy places of Israel with children

It is impossible to visit Israel and not visit Jerusalem. Do not be afraid that the child will not understand or will not be interested. Guided tour of the tunnels to Wailing Wall is unlikely to leave a child indifferent. The impressions received will be remembered for many years.

Jerusalem - oldest city the world. Part of it, the so-called Old city- is the center of Judaism and Christianity, these are historical, cultural and religious monuments of different nations: the Jewish Wailing Wall and the Temple Mount, the Christian Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the Muslim Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock.

Zoos of Israel

There are a lot of zoos in Israel. Moreover, their peculiarity is that the animals live in them practically in natural conditions. Well, children really like to observe and communicate with animals. And visiting zoos is guaranteed to bring them pleasure and joy.

On the eastern outskirts of Tel Aviv, on a vast territory (more than 100 hectares), is located Zoological Center Safari in Ramat Gan.

This is a kind of African savannah. Animals live in huge enclosures, and the illusion of free communication with wild lions, giraffes, leopards is created.

Moving around the park in a special vehicle or in your own car, you can make amazing journey into the world of animals and birds, visit educational lessons for children. Here, in the park, you can relax on numerous playgrounds and attractions.

This tropical park is home to many crocodiles (about 200 species) on a crocodile farm. It is very interesting to watch how they bask in the sun and swim in water bodies.

And this is not the only entertainment in the park. Here you can have a lot of fun with children on the Splash water attraction, take healthy baths in thermal springs and swimming pools.

There is a live corner and mini safari where kids can play with the animals or listen to amazing performances by trained parrots.

This zoo, which is located in the southwest of Jerusalem, has collected more than 200 species of animals that have lived in the land of Israel since Biblical times, among which there are many rare and endangered.

It is always crowded here. Picturesque nature, waterfalls, a lake, lawns, comfortable walking paths without stairs make this park an attractive place for families with children.

Park Ha-Kofim - monkey nursery

In the Middle East, a park of this kind is perhaps the only one and it is located not far from Jerusalem in the Ben Shemen forest.

The park very realistically reproduces the atmosphere of the jungle and rainforest. Many monkeys (over 100 species) live almost naturally in open enclosures.

There are so many interesting places in Israel and, of course, it is impossible to visit all places in one trip. But if you manage to visit Gan Guru Australian Animal Park, Red Sea Oceanarium(Eilat), nature reserve "Ein Gedi"(near the Dead Sea) - it will be wonderful and informative.

Israel museums and other attractions

What to do if you want to see everything, but your children do not have enough time or physical stamina for this?

In this case, a visit to a very original museum will help you out. "Mini Israel".

This is an open-air country museum, which contains all the outstanding monuments of Israel. Moreover, these exhibits are presented on a scale of 1:25. The country lives in this mini-world with its own life: planes take off from mini-airports, mini-ships are loaded in the port, trains leave from railway stations, and all this is inhabited by miniature figures of people.

Interesting for children - Tank museumin Latrun located between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Striking in diversity military equipment, mostly trophy.

This is one of the few museums in the world in which exhibits (various fruits and vegetables, fairy-tale characters and even famous actors and politicians) are made from marzipan (a mixture of powdered sugar with almond flour).

Here, under the guidance of experienced mentors, children can create marzipan figures with their own hands and even take part in a competition for the best marzipan composition.

Walk the narrow streets of Jaffa, the oldest city in Israel, or the ancient Roman ruins in Caesarea National Park, visit the delightful gardens surrounding the Bahai Temple in friendly and tolerant Haifa or National Park and Preserve Ein Gedi in the Judean Desert, the missing pieces will be added to the mosaic picture of the many-sided and diverse Israel.

If you get tired of sights and museums, you can just go with your children to attractions or water parks.

The most famous: in Tel Aviv - Lunapark, Superland in Rishon LeZion,Aquapark "Shvaim".

  • If there is no clearly defined plan and a sightseeing trip, it is best to stay in Tel Aviv. Excursions on all routes depart from here.
  • If you are traveling on your own, experienced travelers advise buying excursions locally in Israel. Since it's cheaper.
  • Not everyone knows that swimming in the Dead Sea with small children should be done carefully. If very salty water gets on the mucous membrane, it can cause severe burning and more serious complications.

Bye, bye ... And have a good trip!

Israel is a convenient country for traveling with children, there is a lot of entertainment for children of all ages, and everywhere there are facilities for mothers with children and prams. So you made the right decision if you decided to spend your vacation with your children and chose Israel for this.

You can have tons of reasons to come to Israel: holy places, architecture, beach holidays, history. There is clean air in Israel for a holiday with a child, developed infrastructure, but most importantly, the national love for children. In Israel, your child will be happy, which means you will too!

More than 2 million children live in Israel, which is more than 30% of the country's population. The average number of children in an ordinary Jewish family is 3 children. Most are accustomed to having a rest with their children. Quite often, you can even see a week-old child in a restaurant or hotel as a travel companion for happy parents. It is Israel that is one of those resort countries where you can enjoy a good rest with children.

From this article you will find out where it is better to live with your baby, where to go, than to feed, and a lot of other useful information.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

1 adult +1 child.

If you decide to come to Israel alone with your baby, then you must understand that this is not the most economical travel option. Unfortunately, the discounts provided for children staying at the hotel do not apply to you. You can only count on accommodation in a Double room. Very rarely, in "off-season", hotels can make a SINGLE + CHD discount.

1 adult + 2 children.

This option is similar to the previous one with the only difference that the accommodation will be - double room + child, Double + CHD

Parents + 1 child.

If you decide to come with one child, then you can choose any hotel in Israel - almost all hotels in the country have accommodation in double rooms Double + CHD, where there will be an extra bed or a folding sofa for the child. If you are arriving with an infant under 2 years old, then when booking a hotel, do not forget to remind you to be provided with a BABY COAT cot, in many hotels this service is free.

Parents + 2nd and more children.

If you are traveling with several children, then when choosing a hotel, you need to clarify with us in which of the hotels there are special family rooms. Israeli hotels have rooms that can comfortably accommodate a family with 3-4 children. If there are no special family rooms in the hotel of your choice (usually these are tourist class hotels), then it is possible (but quite expensive) accommodation in two standard double rooms, connected by a door - Connected.

Accommodation of children in hotels up to a certain age is offered with significant discounts, so when choosing and booking a hotel, ask how old the hotel considers a child to be a child. The standard option is up to 12 years old.

In the table below, we invite you to familiarize yourself with the hotels in the main resorts of Israel, where there are special family rooms:

CHILD NUTRITION

If you are traveling with a small child, the issue of nutrition is very relevant. There are many hotels in Israel, the rooms of which have mini-kitchens and almost all hotels have a tea corner (kettle and tea / coffee set), where you can always dilute milk mixture for the baby or warm up the food. In grocery stores or Superpharm / Newpharm chain stores, you can easily buy milk cereals (~ $ 3 a pack) and vegetable / fruit mixtures (~ $ 1.3 per jar) for babies. There are no meat purees on sale. There is always a large selection of fresh fruits and berries at any time of the year, prices for everything are exactly lower than Russian ones.

However, the presence of a mini-kitchen in the room will greatly facilitate the task of feeding a toddler or infant. Usually this is a sink, refrigerator, stove or microwave oven and a basic set of dishes.

Contact us and we will select a hotel for you with a mini-kitchen in the rooms!

Unfortunately, all inclusive hotels there are not many in Israel, there is a hotel on the Dead Sea and several in Eilat.

SWIMMING IN THE SEA AND POOL

On the Red Sea (Eilat), the water temperature is almost all year round+23 degrees, and the air temperature in winter and spring is +25 degrees on average.

On the Mediterranean Sea, the beaches of Netanya, Tel Aviv, Bat Yam official bathing season starts in April and ends in October.

In winter, when to swim in the sea and in outdoor pools hotels are already cold, it is very important to have a pool with heated water in the hotel. By the way, keep in mind that in all hotels, children under 14 (and in some under 16) are not allowed to enter the spa. Therefore, you will have to think in advance what your child will do when you are in the spa.

Below we suggest that you familiarize yourself with a list of hotels that have heated pools.

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At the Dead Sea: In Herzliya:
Crowne Plaza , Isrotel , David Resort & SPA,Royal Daniel, Dan Accadia

ENTERTAINMENT FOR CHILDREN

The entire infrastructure of Israel is designed to accommodate families with children. The beach is without a doubt a great playground for children of all ages. Most of Israel's beaches are free, making them one of the cheapest summer activities.

Also, in many hotels in the resorts of Israel there are children's clubs where your children can, independently or with the help of qualified staff, have a fun and interesting time. The Kingdom of Children at Isrotel King Solomon's Palace Eilat and the Eladoudes Clubs at other Isrotel hotels in Eilat offer children of all ages a variety of attractions, activities and a lot of fun, all led by professional educators and entertainers.

The Fattal hotel chain also offers guests of all ages a variety of activities and pleasures. The hotels on the Dead Sea and in Eilat have the latest children's clubs equipped with a variety of games - jamburi, computers, playstation, as well as mini golf courses, children's pools, water slides and inflatable attractions.

In addition, you can use the services of nannies.

What is important, the language barrier is quickly overcome in the children's environment, children are constantly getting to know each other and find new friends, Russian-speaking or from other countries.

WHERE TO TAKE A CHILD IN TEL AVIV

If you come to Tel Aviv during the warmer months, it is worth visiting Meymadion water park, where, in addition to swimming pools (for adults, children, with artificial waves), wonderful water attractions are arranged - the center of attraction for Israeli children. On land there is also a place for children to turn around - a whole playground for climbing, crawling and jumping has been built in the park. The park is open from June to October.

WHERE TO TAKE A CHILD IN JERUSALEM

Time elevator in Jerusalem offers a one-of-a-kind 30-minute multimedia time travel in virtual reality into the history of Jerusalem. The hall, which used to be an auditorium and has recently been refurbished, has special chairs and a floor that can convey the special effects of movement. The journey through the history of the city ends with a flight simulation over today's Jerusalem. The time elevator will be interesting for children over 5 years old, it is a very exciting attraction.

Address: Hilel Street 37 (House of Agron, next to the pedestrian street Nahalat).

WHERE TO TAKE A CHILD IN EILAT

Kings city- a huge amusement park in Eilat. The city of kings was erected at the end of the Eilat embankment, next to the eastern lagoon. It is a huge majestic complex, which houses an amusement park, reminiscent of a royal palace. Its visitors take an unforgettable journey into the past - they walk through caves carved into the rock, sail in a boat through the halls of King Solomon's palace and participate in a variety of entertainment events that are designed using the world's most advanced technologies.

Opening hours:

Sunday - Thursday from 9.00 to 18.00

Friday - until 15:00 (Ticket offices always close 3 hours before the park closes).

Location: next to the waterfront, not far from the "Herods" hotel.

Underwater Museum - Aquarium- is considered the main attraction in the city. At a depth of 6 m through the glass walls of the two observation rooms of the Observatory, visitors can see amazing pictures of the life of the underwater world. Here you can see one of the main underwater beauties of Eilat, the coral reef "Japanese Gardens". Many fish of different sizes, colors and shades scurry about in its thickets. They say that they are not specially fed, but, nevertheless, they are going here, perhaps, to observe people.

There is a cafe at the top of the observatory where you can have a cup of coffee, and then climb observation deck at the top of the tower.
The Observatory Marine Park also has a reef pool, an aquarium and separate pools for sharks, rays and sea turtles.

Dolphin reef- an attraction and at the same time a unique nature reserve located in Eilat on the Red Sea. All visitors to the reserve can watch dolphins in their usual habitat. You can swim with them, play and even take a picture for memory. In "Dolphin Reef" you can relax on the beach, sit in a cafe. The reserve offers a seawater pool and a relaxation pool, where you can listen to music. In short, Dolphin Reef is a favorite place for family vacation with kids.

WHERE TO TAKE A CHILD IN THE NORTH OF ISRAEL

Rest on Hermon(Provided that there is snow and weather conditions allow)
Hamat Gader- here you can swim in thermal mineral pools with a jacuzzi and a "waterfall", you can simply splash in the cool water or ride on the water slides. You can also visit a crocodile nursery and a small menagerie.

Water park "Shfaim" is the largest water park of its kind in Israel. The park offers a huge selection water entertainment: pools, water slides, water attractions, jacuzzis and much, much more. "World of childhood" in Shfayim is an amazing world of water entertainment for children under 10 years old. Address: Kibbutz Shfayim.

Water park "Luna-Gal" A popular water amusement park in Israel: water slides for children and adults, swimming pools, descent on inflatable chambers and much more. Sun loungers and trestle beds in the shade, green lawns. Here you can relax in the soft shade and watch your children run along small bridges over miniature canals or splash in the water. If you want, you can keep them company and ride with them from the small slides "Octopus" and "Elephant". For lovers of light adrenaline and dynamics - steep water slides with long or spiral descents. Address: Hof Golan.

Sports Center "Canada". is located in the north of Israel in the city of Metula, located in the Upper Galilee. This is one of the most wonderful and attractive tourist resorts in Israel. The ice arena of the Sports Center "Canada" is the largest in Israel. It is here that professional and international figure skating competitions are held, as well as shows with the participation of famous figure skaters.

Kayaks Kfar Blum - Beit Hillel. The largest kayaking center in Kfar Blum - Beit Hillel in the Upper Galilee has been welcoming lovers for over 20 years active rest in nature and offers a wide range of recreational opportunities. Here you can go on a fascinating journey along the Jordan and Khatsbani rivers on kayaks or inflatable rafts. Descent routes (by the way, the longest and most turbulent in Israel) pass in picturesque places, among the rocky shores, overgrown with bushes and trees, pulling green branches to the water. You can come to Kfar Blum with your whole family or with friends and stay overnight in a camping, which has everything you need for a comfortable stay: lawns for tents, equipped toilets and showers, a cafeteria and picnic tables.

TRAVELING BY CAR WITH CHILDREN

According to Israeli traffic regulations, it is not allowed to transport children under the age of 14 in the front seat, unless the child is in a device suitable for his age and weight and equipped with a seat belt.

It is forbidden to transport children under 4 years of age in a car, unless they are in a special device equipped with seat belts.

If you rent a car, you should definitely rent a child car seat ($ 5 per day).

OTHER USEFUL TIPS

And of course, so that the vacation is not overshadowed by troubles - our reminders.

1. Do not forget to protect your child's skin with sunscreen, in Israel, under the hot sun, you can get sunburn in a few minutes.

2. Wherever you are, wherever you are going, always have a bottle of water with you, you need to drink a lot.

3. Please note that children under 14 years of age are generally not allowed in spa hotels. Therefore, most likely the child will have to be left while you visit the spa in the kids' club or with a nanny. Or take turns to go to the spa :)

4. You shouldn't take pampers with you. They can always be bought in grocery stores, supermarkets and Superpharm / Newpharm stores.

Take the children with you, because during the journey, the kids experience a leap in development, the boundaries of consciousness expand, and fantasy manifests itself. You will definitely notice the changes in your baby - new words, skills, because the journey is the intellectual development of the child!

We have extensive experience in organizing holidays in Israel for parents with children, we humbly consider ourselves experts in this field and do it with pleasure!

We will try to organize your tour so that the children not only do not seem like a burden to you, but, on the contrary, would deliver a lot of joyful moments with their good mood and well-being. Well, little vacationers would get as much pleasure as their parents.

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Where to go to rest in Israel? We talk about beach and cultural holidays, as well as about the seasons. We give advice on where to relax in Israel with a child. Choosing the best resort!

The beach area in Tel Aviv includes several small and large beaches (Photo © xiquinhosilva / flickr.com)

The small resort is located between Tel Aviv and Haifa. Its 15 km long coastal area has 8 beaches. According to tourists' reviews about holidays in Israel, it is good to do in this resort active species recreation - parachute flying, horse riding. Some hotels are equipped with lifts to descend to the sea.


As you can see in the photo, the beach strip in Netanya is under a cliff - the height is from 15 to 40 m. You can comfortably go down to the coast by elevators, the cabins can accommodate up to a hundred people. All beaches are free (Photo © Israel_photo_gallery / flickr.com)

Haifa- this is sea ​​port located on the slopes of Mount Carmel. Its main attraction is the famous Bahai Gardens. One of the best beaches in the country, Dor Beach, is located nearby.

According to reviews, it is best to relax in Israel in Herzliya is the most prestigious Mediterranean resort in the country. It is located near Tel Aviv, in the south of the Sharon Valley. All hotels are built on the first line, the beaches are clean and well-groomed. Compared to the bustling metropolis, it is calm and a good place for relax. The resort has dive centers, yacht clubs and health centers.


Door Beach - wild beach, which is part of the protected area. (Photo © publicdomainpictures.net)

According to tourists' reviews about a holiday in Israel at the Dead Sea, you can get a calm wellness vacation in Ein Bokek where most of the hotels are concentrated. There are no nightclubs and discos in Ein Bokek, there are only clinics and hotels with shops.

Hotels Dead sea work on a half board basis - breakfast and dinner. Only five-stars have their own beach, all the rest use municipal beaches with paid sun loungers and umbrellas. Before swimming, it is advisable to consult a doctor to recommend metered sea procedures; there are hours for self-control on the beaches. Bromine air is ideal for allergy sufferers and asthmatics, and mud treats skin problems.


The Dead Sea is one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth (Photo © magentaD / flickr.com)

Red sea

The southernmost resort of the country is located on the shores of the Red Sea Bay - Eilat... There is a very beautiful nature reserve around the resort. Due to its remoteness from other cities, Eilat has its own airport.

The north coast of Eilat is sandy beaches, in the south - pebble and pebble-sand. According to reviews about a holiday in Israel on the Red Sea, the southern coast is more suitable for snorkeling and diving lovers, you can enter the sea only from pontoons, and the northern coast is for family holidays.

All of Eilat's beaches are municipal, but hotels rent part of the beach to make it accessible only to their holidaymakers. From entertainment, yachting, jeeping, fishing and water sports are available, many come here for shopping.


Village Beach in Eilat, Red Sea (Photo © wikimedia.org / Ludvig14)

Where can you relax in Israel inexpensively?

The most unpleasant moment of rest in Israel is the high prices. Hotels here are expensive, and, as tourists write in their reviews, the star rating is very relative. The cheapest room in a 3 * hotel in Tel Aviv or Eilat will cost at least $ 50 per day per person, and the average price fluctuates around $ 100. Most low prices in winter, approximately 1.5 times lower than in spring or autumn.

How much does a trip to Israel cost? We are for trips of 3, 5, 7 and 10 days.

The most expensive hotels in Herzliya. This resort is considered elite, almost all 5 * hotels, a lot of entertainment for rich people. Relatively inexpensive to rest in Netanya and Bat Yam. Hotels in Netanya are mostly 2-3 *. This is a good resort for young people and everyone who loves outdoor activities and nightlife... Bat Yam is a suburb of Tel Aviv. Vacation prices here are lower than in the capital, and much quieter, and for entertainment you can go to Tel Aviv.


Rest in Bat Yam can be combined with shopping - there are many boutiques and shopping centers with Israeli cosmetics and branded clothing. (Photo © wikimedia.org / Odo1982)

Cultural and sightseeing holidays in Israel

The most popular among excursion destinations is Jerusalem- tourists love to wander through the ancient quarters of the Old City. Here are the main religious shrines of Christians, Jews and Muslims - the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Temple Mount, Western Wall, Dome of the Rock, Al-Aqsa Mosque. The Biblical Zoo is located in the southwest of the city, and lovers of antiquities and museum exhibits can visit the Israel Museum.

Other biblical cities are no less popular - Bethlehem, Nazareth, Safed and Tiberias... In the capital, the greatest interest among tourists is the Old City of Jaffa. The city of Haifa has gained worldwide fame thanks to the famous Bahai Gardens. Vacationers in Ein Bokek visit Masada - a fortress erected in the desert under King Herod.

It is worth noting that the Israelis rest on Friday with sunset until Saturday sunset - they have Shabbat. Transport and shops also do not work, so this nuance must be taken into account when planning trips around the country.

Foreign choice sunny resort always gives a lot of trouble, and when it comes to rest with children, the number of points that you must pay attention to is significantly increased. If you choose the hot resorts of Israel for a vacation with children, you will certainly be able to get a lot of pleasure from your stay in this country and only positive emotions. The local hotel complexes are ideal for toddlers of all ages and their parents, but this needs to be covered in more detail.

The main advantages of resting with children in Israel

In Israel, children are treated with special care and love, so local resorts offer an abundance of children's entertainment for almost every taste. You can be sure that the Israeli atmosphere will appeal to you and your child, and will also allow you to receive the necessary portion of wellness procedures, which is very important for the younger generation. However, this is where the benefits of resting with children in Israel only begin:

    Babysitting services in hotels- of course, many parents never leave their beloved children, but on vacation, you can briefly transfer this important responsibility to a qualified specialist. Many Israeli hotel complexes provide their clients with such services so that they can fully enjoy a well-deserved vacation. Service in Israel is always excellent, so you can rest assured that your baby will be well taken care of.

    No language barrier- A fairly large number of immigrants from Russia and many other Russian-speaking CIS countries live in Israel, so it will not be difficult for you to find a person who speaks not only Hebrew, but also Russian. In addition, the staff at the hotels will certainly keep up a conversation with you and provide the necessary assistance, since Russians are frequent guests of local resorts.

    Favorable climate- the scorching sun of the Israeli state has a very beneficial effect on the body, although you should not be zealous with a beach vacation at midday. Unlike many other hot countries, here you will not face the problem of poisonous insects and exotic sores, which is undoubtedly a huge plus for a family vacation.

    Traditional cuisine- having gone on vacation to this country, you must certainly try local delicacies and national dishes. It is not at all necessary to stock up on baby food at home before the trip, since you can always buy really high-quality products in local supermarkets at quite reasonable prices.

    Excellent conditions for children's recreation- Israel can become a real paradise for your little one, because everything here is made with the expectation of little tourists. This is not only about family hotel complexes, as you can easily find playgrounds and amusement parks on the streets of cities.

When is the best time to go to Israel with children

Tourists love Israel for its versatility and year-round vacation, because the abundance seaside resorts here allows you to choose the most suitable option for yourself almost at any time. However, it is better not to travel with children to Israeli beaches in winter, since the water in all four seas is still too cold for swimming. Even the Dead Sea will not seem warm and affectionate to you in this season. The peak of the tourist season is in July and August, so for the sake of a relaxing family vacation, you shouldn't go here either. Having got out with little children to Israel in spring or early autumn, you can enjoy all the delights of such a trip. The gentle sun, warm sea and deserted beaches will help you feel the taste of life, as well as gain strength and improve your health.

Leisure activities for large and small

Israel for adults

Israel is famous throughout not only as the largest religious center, but also as a popular health resort. Medicine is developed here at the highest level, like all kinds of wellness complexes... That is why many people come here with their children to improve their health, strengthen immunity and just have a good time. However, even calm and cultured Israel offers adult tourists a wide range of modern entertainment:

    Diving- The Israeli state has access to four seas, each of which has something to surprise its guests, so local diving centers are especially popular among visitors. This is a great opportunity to admire the northernmost coral reefs of Eurasia, swim with dolphins, get acquainted with the colorful underwater world The Red Sea and wander around the old sunken ships.

    Wellness procedures- the gifts of the Dead Sea are known all over the world for their healing properties, in Israel you can not only swim in one of the saltiest seas of the planet, but also get your dose of useful minerals. If you have problems with your skin or respiratory tract, this trip will definitely benefit you.

    ATV safari- the desert areas of the Israeli state keep many interesting places and historical sights, which are quite inconvenient to get to on foot, thanks to the jeep safari service you can quickly and chic ride through the most interesting places.

    Excursions- Israel's rich tourist program will certainly appeal to connoisseurs of religious shrines, temple complexes and ancient architectural creations, since this country certainly has something to see.

    Beach vacation- luxurious Israeli beaches beckon their visitors with velvety sand embankments, comfortable sun loungers and impeccable cleanliness. Here, both adults and children will be pleased to sunbathe and enjoy swimming in the warm sea.

Why is Israel attractive to children?

In Israeli resorts there are a lot of all kinds of entertainment for children and cozy places where you can go for a walk:

    Parks and squares- in Israel, green spaces are found almost at every step. As a rule, they are equipped with playgrounds and even a couple of exciting attractions, for which you do not have to pay anything.

    Playgrounds and swings- the most real labyrinths of slides, chains, ladders and small houses are already waiting for your kids. They are not only colorful and interesting, but also safe, which is especially important for children and their parents. The Israelis have never spared money to create favorable conditions for active children's recreation.

    Shabbat- every Saturday in Israel turns into a real celebration, which makes little children especially happy. Entertainment includes artists and musicians, acrobats and jugglers.

    Museum Tours- resting with a child does not have to be a lazy activity, since in Israel you can always find time for an educational excursion. Local museums are colorful and colorful, so your child will be delighted.

    Hamey Gaash- a legendary place famous for its healing natural mineral springs. There are a couple of comfortable swimming pools for children and adults, as well as a whole system of entertainment.

Resorts and hotels in Israel for families with children

Whichever city in Israel you choose to travel with a child, you will surely be satisfied with your vacation, as this country offers a lot of interesting opportunities for family vacations. Among the sea resorts in Israel, Eilat is the most suitable for such purposes. Local well-groomed beaches, warm sea and luxury hotel complexes on the first line will certainly delight any tourist. Resting in Eilat, you literally find yourself in the middle nature reserve of wondrous beauty, which will surely make such a vacation unforgettable.

There are quite a few interesting options for family vacations among Israeli hotel complexes, but not all of them fully satisfy the requirements and preferences of young tourists. One of such successful examples are five-star hotels, and four-star hotels in Eilat, as well as

Do you want to travel with your child to Israel? Helpful Tips:

  • Buy tickets out of season, the flight will be much cheaper;
  • A visa is not needed for Russians, so there will be no problems with paperwork;
  • On the Promised Land, you will calmly use the Russian language for communication, because every 5th native is a former resident of the USSR;
  • The best option for traveling with children to Israel is Haifa. The sea is clean here, using public transport, you can independently travel to different parts of the country, there are not so many tourists as in Jerusalem and it is easier to find accommodation;
Haifa - a holiday destination with a child
  • The cheapest way to spend your vacation in Israel is to rent an apartment. It can be booked on a website that has rental ads;
  • Accommodation is more expensive than tickets;
  • Take the train to Haifa from Tel Aviv Airport. Anywhere in the country can be reached in 3-4 hours.
  • Hitchhiking is a good way to get anywhere in the country, but you can catch a car that picks up fellow travelers at a bus stop.

What sights to choose to visit with a child?

If you love the beautiful man-made nature, then pay attention to the Bahai Gardens (this place is included in). The territory is divided into several different zones. In the first zone, symmetry is strictly observed. In vases there are different flowers, figures of shrubs. In the second zone, the order will already be violated, and in the third, the decorators have forgotten about symmetry. Excursions lasting 45 minutes are open for Russian-speaking visitors every Saturday from 10:30. The entrance is free.


Bahai Gardens view

It will be interesting for a child to climb in Haifa by funicular to Stella Marris... Funicular cabins are like spaceships. Children also like the very view from the booth window and in it they can feel themselves as if in space. Such an excursion costs 28 nis.


Cable car Stella Maris דוד שי

Madatek Museum in Haifa - interesting place for the little tourist. You can interact with all devices and touch everything with your hands. Try on yourself how alternative energy sources work. Sun, mechanical, windmills, thermal energy sources. You can sit on your bike and pedal. A road in the form of a rail with a traffic light and a train starts moving when a child pedals on a bicycle. The train starts to go faster, the lamps flash. But as soon as he stops everything freezes. This shows the baby the "magical" power of energy. If you go outside, you can see how the sun revolves around the Earth. A little explorer can feel like a real sun, taking his place. To implement the model of the rotation of the sun around the Earth, a small cabin is used, where a tourist is seated, and he looks at the process of rotation of the Earth around him. Children will love to start the helicopter using the pedals. The operation of the helicopter can be felt a few minutes after the start of pedaling.

Entrance ticket: 70 NIS


National Museum Madatek Jesse Davis Science

With children, you can not only relax on white beach but also visit the water park. Not far from Tel Aviv there is a wonderful Water park "Meimadon" in Holon. Nice safe pools for children, deep for adults. There are small water slides, pools with and without waves, the water in them can be salty or fresh. An excellent choice for young visitors.


Amusement Park Superland Yair Aronshtam

Extremists will be pleased with the almost vertical slide, from which you can descend quickly, the rainbow slide involves rapid descents and ascents. After active rest, you can sit in a local cafe. A beautiful park awaits you near Tel Aviv attractions "Superland". There are two types of trains for the little ones, older children can jump from the bungee, ride a roller coaster, and the Kumba attraction. A young tourist can feel like a real giant in Mini Israel. All famous buildings in the country are shown here. Here everything moves, seethes and floats, as in real life. The scale of the buildings is 1:25, but all these are copies of real structures with precision made by different monasteries.


Park "Mini Israel" in Latrun israeltourism

The most pleasant and unusual experiences await animal lovers in the most magnificent zoo in the Middle East. Here children are waiting for zebras, hippos, ostriches and rhinos, an anteater ... Only a part of the animals that can be seen here. Safari Park- this is unique place, here the animals do not live in cages, but rather lively run around the area. This an exciting walk children will remember for a long time. Remember that lions can be seen here sutra, at noon they usually already sleep. Of course, you can't get too close to them, but it's interesting to see them from the car. The area with lions is guarded here for safety by people with weapons. You can only drive up to them in a car with closed windows, so you will be safe.


Safari park in Ramat Gan Oren Rozen

Tank Museum will especially surprise the boys. They will feel like soldiers. They will touch the exhibits with their hands. The number of exhibits is 200 items. There are trophies, and also what was in service with the army.


Armored Museum "Yad le Chirion"

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