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Be ready to jump into the pure magic when exploring this Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean Sea. The best time to visit Israel runs from December through April. It starts with spiritual Hanukkah and its customs and treats. Early spring comes with biking through the endless desert while watching it bloom. Colder months are the right season to enjoy the tranquillity of the Dead Sea. June through August and during holidays, Israel gets crowded with curious tourists. So if your ultimate purpose is sprawling on the beach far away from noisy troops, choose May or September at its calmest. Moreover, during September off-season, in the context of the holiest days of Yom Kippur, you have an excellent chance to witness Israeli cities on hold, looking as abandoned ones.

33 things to do in Israel

Winter

November–March Weather

Mild and warm winters are an excellent time to visit Israel

Commandaria Wine

July Food

The oldest named wine in the world is made only in Cyprus

Dust Storms

March–April, November Weather

One of the wildest natural phenomena, the duststorms may be dangerous, but profoundly beautiful

Nubian Ibex Baby Mountain Goats

February–August Nature

The Negev ibex mountain goat climbs rocks better than any cragsman!

The Rebirth of River Zin

mid-December–March Nature

Be prepared to watch one of the most menacing natural wonders of Israel

Lekach

October 2-4, 2024 Food

Israeli sweetest cake that will bring you joyfulness and prosperity for the following year

Anemone in Blossom

January–April Nature

Enjoy the fragrance of thousands of anemone flowers in the most picturesque areas of the country

Levivot or Latkes

December 25, 2024–January 2, 2025 Food

Probably the tastiest potato dish you have ever tried, only in Israel, only for Hanukkah

Yom Kippur

October 11-12, 2024 Event

Streets and roads are empty—the whole country is celebrating Yom Kippur, the holiday of atonement and forgiveness

Jerusalem Day

June 5 Activity

Take part in celebration of the Jerusalem Day hand in hand with the locals

Midburn Festival

June 11–15, 2024 Event

Feel the power of art, creativity and style at one of world's best festivals

Beach Season

May–September Activity

Enjoy Israeli beach season with its clear waters and warm sun shining from spring up till the end of summer

Holy Fire in Jerusalem

May 4, 2024 Event

The miracle that is believed to occur on Orthodox Easter Saturday for centuries

Dead Sea Spa

October–April Activity

Your saltiest experience on the lowest and one of the most stunning wonders on Earth

Purim Street Party

March 23-26, 2024 Event

Have fun all night long, celebrating the country's most popular holiday

Jerusalem Friday Street Parties

July–August Event

Get the feel of celebration and watch the whole city dancing at one of summer Friday parties

Yom HaShoah Siren

May 5-6, 2024 Event

Empathize with the locals over the darkest pages in the world's history

Blooming of Cyclamens

December–February Nature

Take a look at Israel's valleys covered with a magnificent carpet of cyclamens in winter

Palm Sunday

April 13, 2025 Event

One of the most significant events in Christianity opens the Holy Week with a palm walk

Sufganiyot

December 25, 2024–January 2, 2025 Food

Traditional Jewish doughnuts are the sweetest reason to visit Israel for Hanukkah

Desert Bloom Season

February–April Nature

Enjoy the scenic views of the Negev desert with its infinite flowery fields

Hanukkah

December 25, 2024–January 2, 2025 Event

Visit the country for one of the most well-known Jewish holidays, the Feast of Lights. Take part in the local celebrations and try traditional dishes

Almond Blossom

January–February Nature

Tender pinkish flowers cover the almond trees all over Israel during early spring

Unique Birdwatching

March–May | September–December Nature

Enjoy the sounds of thousands birds singing in unison in Israel's city of Eilat

White Stork Migration

March–April | October–November Nature

The September farewell flights over the European countryside are for the lucky ones, but recovery breaks in Israel's wetlands is a sure thing to see

Jerusalem Light Festival

July 5–13, 2024 Event

With thrilling light installations, sound effects, and the overall majesty of the old city, Jerusalem Light Festival will be a high point of your visit

Negev Iris in Bloom

March–early April Nature

The elegance and charm of Negev iris fields will become your ultimate love at first sight

Cactus Flowers Blooming Season

mid-February–August Nature

Enjoy the best views of the most thorny flowers of the country

Biking the Desert

October–April Activity

The Israeli experience that will offer you some sightseeing and sports!

Holy Week & Easter

Catholic: March 24–31, 2024 | Orthodox: April 28–May 5, 2024 Event

There is no better place to experience Holy Week than the Holy Land, where it all occurred

Haifa International Film Festival

October 15–26, 2024 Event

The largest and most important cinema event in Israel

Tel Aviv Night Run

October 27, 2023 Event

The most popular fun race in Israel provides an unusual tour of Tel Aviv

Red Sea Jazz Festival

November 14–16, 2024 Event

Red Sea Jazz Festival: honoring the harmony of jazz culture

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