Israel at a Glance
Population, currency, timezone and practical travel essentials
9.8M
Population
Jerusalem
Capital
Western Asia
Region
ILS
Israeli new shekel
Arabic, Hebrew
Languages
Jerusalem
Local Time Zone
+972
Calling Code
Right
Driving Side
100
Emergency Number
Practical details are provided as general travel guidance — always verify current requirements (visas, driving rules, plug adapters) before you travel.
Top Cities in Israel
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105 stays
Eilat
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10
Haifa
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12
Tiberias
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6
Nazareth
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12
Herzliya
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6
Nahariya
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Netanya
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12
Dead Sea
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Tel Aviv
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20
Jerusalem
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20
Tel Qatsir
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Majdal Shams
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Fīq
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‘Ein Qunīya
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Al Buţayḩah
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Al Khushnīyah
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Ghajar
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Giv`at H̱ananya
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Top-Rated Hotels in Israel
Highest guest scores — curated from 1,870 properties
Travel Guides for Israel
Itineraries, food guides, hidden gems & budget tips
Itinerary
Jerusalem Itinerary Guide
📍 Jerusalem
Food
Jerusalem Food Guide
📍 Jerusalem
Hidden Gems
Jerusalem Hidden Gems Guide
📍 Jerusalem
Budget
Jerusalem Budget Guide
📍 Jerusalem
First Timer
Jerusalem First Timer Guide
📍 Jerusalem
Itinerary
Tel Aviv Itinerary Guide
📍 Tel Aviv
Food
Tel Aviv Food Guide
📍 Tel Aviv
Hidden Gems
Tel Aviv Hidden Gems Guide
📍 Tel Aviv