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Givat Shmuelגבעת שמואל
Spend a half‑day in Givat Shmuel: walk the parks and HaGiva Mall, then catch a bus back to Tel Aviv (≈30 min).
Givat Shmuel is a small city of about 25 000 people in Israel’s Central District. Its main attractions are parks, a semi‑outdoor mall and easy bus links to Tel Aviv and Petah Tikva. One half‑day covers the highlights; longer stays suit families needing more park time.
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- Weather
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- Currency
- ILS
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat)
- Airport
- TLV
- Nights
- 0–1 (day‑trip only)
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Givat Shmuel100 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Givat Shmuel, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cards work nearly everywhere; see Insurance & payments above for the insurance point that matters more.Israel-wide
- SafetyGivat Shmuel is generally safe; typical urban cautions apply – watch traffic when walking and keep an eye on belongings in bus stations.
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 ambulance · 102 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTLV Ben Gurion International Airport (Main international gateway, about 30 km (19 mi) north).TLV Ben Gurion International Airport (Main international gateway, about 19 mi (30 km) north).
- Getting aroundBuses (Egged, Dan, Kavim, Afikim) serve the city; urban routes 7, 8, 17, 18, 69 run through main streets.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee₪8–12
- Street or quick mealFalafel sandwich₪12–18
- Metro or bus rideBus fare within citycheck₪5.90
- Budget bedHostel or dorm bed, a night, per personILS 150
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per roomILS 650
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per roomILS 1,200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ILS 120 · Mid ILS 200 · High ILS 350
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TLV Ben Gurion International Airport (Main international gateway, about 30 km (19 mi) north)TLV Ben Gurion International Airport (Main international gateway, about 19 mi (30 km) north)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Feb
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Mar
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Apr
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
May
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Nov
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Dec
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Jan (7 rain days), driest Jul (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Givat Shmuel: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Feb
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Mar
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Apr
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
2 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
0 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
0 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
Nov
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Dec
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Buses (Egged, Dan, Kavim, Afikim) serve the city; urban routes 7, 8, 17, 18, 69 run through main streets. Bicycles are common; walkable streets require caution at crossings.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Tel Aviv
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Bus 45/69/169 from Givat Shmuel to Tel Aviv Central Bus Station
Frequent service; fare ₪5.90 (2026 estimate).
Petah Tikva
goDoor to door: ≈15 min
Egged bus 145 or Afikim 47 from Givat Shmuel to Petah Tikva CBS
Useful for shopping or dining.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
No dedicated hotels; use Tel Aviv or Petah Tikva
Closest budget options are 5–10 min bus ride away.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₪150–250 excl. transport
- Mid
- ₪250–400 excl. transport
Trip budget
| Hostel or dorm bed1 × 1 night × ILS 150 | ILS 150 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ILS 120 | ILS 120 |
| Bus fare Givat Shmuel → Tel Aviv1 × ILS 6 · check | ILS 6 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ILS 28 |
| Trip total≈ ILS 304 per person per day, bed included | ILS 304 |
2026 estimate in ILS; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ₪8–12 |
| Falafel sandwich | ₪12–18 |
| Bus fare within citycheck | ₪5.90 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Weekend night bus 463 runs only on Saturday nights; plan ahead.
- Sidewalks may be interrupted by parked cars; watch for traffic.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Ambulance
- 101
- Fire
- 102
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Givat Shmuelגבעת שמואל
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לכתובת הזאת, בבקשהTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Ambulance101
- Fire102
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Givat Shmuel → Tel Aviv bus: about ₪6, 30 min (check)
Say or show
- סליחה — Excuse me / Sorry (sliḥa)
- תודה — Thank you (toda)
- כמה זה עולה? — How much is it? (kama ze oleh?)
- איפה תחנת האוטובוס? — Where is the bus stop? (eifo tachanat ha'otobus?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Givat Shmuel. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (heat)
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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