Eilat
IsraelIL
City in Southern Israel
Eilat is Israel's southernmost city, with a population of 56,004, a busy port and popular resort at the northern tip of the Red Sea, on what is known in Israel as the Gulf of Eilat and in Jordan as the Gulf of Aqaba. The city is considered a tourist destination for domestic and international tourists heading to Israel.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 51,900
- Coordinates
- 29.558, 34.948
- Timezone
- Asia/Amman
- Elevation
- 16 m
Overview of Eilat
Eilat belongs to Israel and has the feel of a mid-sized city. Around 51,900 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. Eilat is strongest on nature, water sports and adventure. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Eilat
Nature in Eilat
(20)The nature shortlist for Eilat: Beaches, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Gardens. It is a direct read of Eilat's activity profile. There are 20 tagged experiences in this group.
Water Sports in Eilat
(18)Looking for water sports? Eilat has Bodyboard, Canoeing, Diving, Jet Skiing and Kayaking. The category holds 18 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Eilat.
Adventure in Eilat
(13)Adventure in Eilat covers Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. The category holds 13 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Eilat.
Culture in Eilat
(13)Looking for culture? Eilat has Ancient Ruins, Bridges, Castles, Docks and Fountains. Counting everything, 13 activities fall under this heading. This reflects only what is documented for Eilat.
Sports in Eilat
(12)Eilat's sports entries include Biking, Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Hunting. It is a direct read of Eilat's activity profile. There are 12 tagged experiences in this group.
Nightlife in Eilat
(9)Under nightlife, Eilat is tagged with Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events. The category holds 9 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Eilat.
Wellness in Eilat
(7)Wellness lovers get Farms, Hammam, Ranches, Spa and Therms. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Eilat. 7 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Family in Eilat
(4)Family in Eilat covers Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Eilat.
Shopping in Eilat
(2)Our data lists Food and Shopping as shopping options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Eilat.
More to do in Eilat
(1)Eilat's other activities entries include Fishing. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Eilat. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Eilat
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Eilat is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to Asia/Amman on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Eilat that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eilat known for?
- Travellers associate Eilat with nature, water sports and adventure. It sits in Israel and counts about 51,900 residents.
- What can you do in Eilat?
- Eilat is tagged with Beaches, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Gardens, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Eilat?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Eilat located?
- Eilat belongs to Israel, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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