Best Time to Visit

Jerusalem

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Best Time to Visit

Jerusalem is pleasant to visit at any time of year. For affordable prices, relatively limited visitor numbers, and warm, enjoyable weather, choose March-May and October-November. Summer is peak season, and hosts the busy, interesting Jerusalem Season of Culture festival. Temperatures are high (around 25 to 35 °C, possibly more), and the city is packed with people. Winters are cool, much more than in nearby Tel Aviv, and can have unpredictable weather. The city gets particularly crowded and expensive during Jewish holidays (High Holy Days, Passover, and Sukkot) and the Christian Easter.

Useful Information

Tourist Information

Passport/Visa

To visit Israel, your passport should be valid for at least the duration of your stay. While Israel recommends six months of validity, it's no longer a strict requirement as long as your passport remains valid during your visit. Most visitors from countries with visa exemption agreements, including the EU, USA, Canada, and Australia, can …

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

Jerusalem is pleasant to visit at any time of year. For affordable prices, relatively limited visitor numbers, and warm, enjoyable weather, choose March-May and October-November. Summer is peak season, and hosts the busy, interesting Jerusalem Season of Culture festival. Temperatures are high (around 25 to 35 °C, possibly more), and the city is packed …

Health & Safety

Health & Safety

Medical care in Jerusalem is very good but very expensive — make sure you have good medical insurance for your trip. Although Jerusalem isn't usually a dangerous city, it's better to avoid the Old City at night. With Palestinian-Israeli issues coming to a boil, areas around places of worship in the Old City can become …

Tel Aviv-Ben Gurion Airport (TLV)

Tel Aviv-Ben Gurion Airport (TLV)

Jerusalem does not have an airport within the city, but the closest airport is Ben Gurion International Airport, located around 50km away. This is the main international airport in Israel and offers many flight options from various destinations around the world. From Ben Gurion Airport, you can reach Jerusalem by taxi, shared shuttle, or train. …

Public Transport

Public Transport

Public transport in Jerusalem includes an extensive bus network and a light rail line, operated by companies like Egged and CityPass. To use the system, you must have a 'Rav Kav' smart card, which can be purchased and reloaded at various locations, including bus and light rail stations, kiosks, and convenience stores. Tickets cannot …

Taxi

Taxis are widely available in Jerusalem, and they are usually white with a yellow sign on the roof. They run on meters, but it's a good idea to agree on a price beforehand to avoid any issues. It's also common to tip the driver a small amount, around 10% of the fare. You can hail …

Post

Jerusalem's postal service, managed by the Israel Postal Company, is your go-to for sending postcards and packages back home. Find their offices scattered around the city, ready to serve tourists and locals alike. Don't forget to grab some unique Israeli stamps for a special touch. You can also find postal services at some larger shopping …

Pharmacy

Pharmacies take turns being open on Shabbat. To find where an open pharmacy is during these off-hours, dial 106 from any local …

Telephone

Country Code: +972 Area Code: …

Electricity

Israel operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. You will usually find plug type C (two round pins, common in Europe). You can also see plug H (three pins in a triangular shape), which is compatible with type …

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