Major city · Israel
Ashdod
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Ashdod: beach, museum and a quick walk to Givat Yonah; add a second day only for sand dunes or night life.
Ashdod offers a long Mediterranean beach, two museums and easy bus/train links. One day covers the main sights; a second day is optional for dunes, night life or nearby towns.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- ILS
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (very hot)
- Airport
- TLV
- Nights
- 1
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- Middle East ↗Public drunkenness, public displays of affection and offensive gestures or online posts can lead to arrest in the Gulf states and Iran; dress modestly outside beaches and hotels.
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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
Emergency numbers for Ashdod100 ▾
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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 Ashdod, 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
- SafetyAshdod is generally safe; stay alert for petty theft in busy areas and respect local customs.
- 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 (about 30 km (19 mi) north, train to Ashdod takes ~30 min).TLV Ben Gurion International Airport (about 19 mi (30 km) north, train to Ashdod takes ~30 min).
- Getting aroundCity buses (Electra Afikim) run every 15‑30 min, train every 30 min from Ashdod Ad Halom station, bike rentals and rideshare (Yango).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee₪6–10
- Street or quick mealSnack (e.g., falafel)₪15
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)5 km (3.1 mi) taxi3.1 mi (5 km) taxi₪70–90
- Metro or bus rideCity bus ticket₪6
- Budget bedHotel double room, a night, per roomILS 250
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per roomILS 400
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per roomILS 600
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ILS 150 · Mid ILS 250 · High ILS 450
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 (about 30 km (19 mi) north, train to Ashdod takes ~30 min)TLV Ben Gurion International Airport (about 19 mi (30 km) north, train to Ashdod takes ~30 min)
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
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Apr
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
May
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jun
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Care
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Care
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
not flagged
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Dec
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C) low), wettest Jan (7 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ashdod: 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)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Feb
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Mar
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5 rd
Apr
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4 rd
May
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
1 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
1 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
3 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5 rd
Nov
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Dec
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 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
City buses (Electra Afikim) run every 15‑30 min, train every 30 min from Ashdod Ad Halom station, bike rentals and rideshare (Yango).
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: ≈45 min
Train from Ashdod Ad Halom, ~30 min
Main attractions within a day.
Rishon LeZion
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Train or bus, ~15 min
Shopping and promenade.
Ashkelon
goDoor to door: ≈35 min
Train southbound, ~20 min
Another beach town, good for a quick dip.
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.
North Beach Hotel
≈₪250‑300 per night, close to the northern beach
South Beach Hotel
Larger hotel near the southern beach, similar price
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. bed
- Mid
- ₪250–450 excl. bed
- High
- ₪450+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel double room1 × 1 night × ILS 400 | ILS 400 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ILS 250 | ILS 500 |
| Train TLV → Ashdod round‑trip2 × ILS 120 | ILS 240 |
| City bus day pass2 × ILS 30 | ILS 60 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × ILS 120 | ILS 240 |
| Trip total≈ ILS 720 per person per day, bed included | ILS 1,440 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ₪6–10 |
| Snack (e.g., falafel) | ₪15 |
| Meal at mid‑range restaurant | ₪40–100 |
| 5 km taxi | ₪70–90 |
| City bus ticket | ₪6 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Summer heat can exceed 35 °C (95 °F); carry water.Summer heat can exceed 95 °F (35 °C); carry water.
- Musical Fountain is closed Friday night and when it rains.
- No ferry service to Ashdod; private boats must arrange customs at Ashkelon.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Ambulance
- 101
- Fire
- 102
- Home Front Command
- 104
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Emergency
- Police100
- Ambulance101
- Fire102
- Home Front Command104
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- TLV → Ashdod train: about ₪120, 30 min
- City bus ticket: ₪6 per ride
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 Ashdod. 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: Apr–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (very hot)
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 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
- secondaryWikidata – Ashdod
- secondaryWikivoyage: Ashdod, revision 5248039 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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