Major city · Israel
Rehovotרחובות
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Rehovot; train from Tel Aviv takes ~25 min, walkable centre, so 1 day is enough.
Rehovot is a small academic city on the Israeli Coastal Plain, 20 km south of Tel Aviv. Its main attractions – the Ayalon Institute museum, Weizmann Institute garden of science and historic streets – are within walking distance. A single day, or a half‑day if you only want the museum and a quick stroll, covers the highlights.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- ILS
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat)
- Airport
- TLV
- Nights
- 1
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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 Rehovot100 ▾
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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 Rehovot, 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
- SafetyRehovot is generally safe; stay alert on Sabbath when public transport stops and keep valuables secure in crowded markets.
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 ambulance (mda) · 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 of Rehovot; train to Tel Aviv then bus or taxi to city.).TLV Ben Gurion International Airport (Main international gateway, about 19 mi (30 km) north of Rehovot; train to Tel Aviv then bus or taxi to city.).
- Getting aroundThe city is walkable; Egged internal buses (lines 3,8,9,10,12‑18,24א) run infrequently.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at café₪12–20
- Street or quick mealFalafel sandwich₪15–25
- BeerBeer (draft)₪25–35
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi 5 km (3.1 mi)Taxi 3.1 mi (5 km)₪70–90
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entry (Ayalon)₪30–45
- Budget bedDorm bed in budget hostel, a night, per personILS 120
- Mid-range bedStandard double room, a night, per roomILS 500
- High-end bedStandard double room, a night, per roomILS 800
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ILS 150 · Mid ILS 300 · High ILS 500
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 of Rehovot; train to Tel Aviv then bus or taxi to city.)TLV Ben Gurion International Airport (Main international gateway, about 19 mi (30 km) north of Rehovot; train to Tel Aviv then bus or taxi to city.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Feb
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Mar
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°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
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Dec
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C) low), wettest Dec (8 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Rehovot: 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
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Feb
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Mar
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
4 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Nov
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
8 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
The city is walkable; Egged internal buses (lines 3,8,9,10,12‑18,24א) run infrequently. Train from Rehovot to Tel Aviv ~25 min; no service on Sabbath.
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 total
Israel Railways train from Rehovot station, ~25 min
Great for a quick beach or market visit.
Jerusalem
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h
Train to Lod (≈15 min) then intercity train to Jerusalem‑Yitzhak Navon, ~45 min total
Longer travel; consider overnight if you want more than a quick stop.
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.
Leonardo Boutique Rehovot
Boutique hotel near the city centre, good for one night.
Vital's house
Budget guesthouse, check availability.
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
- ₪250–400 excl. bed
- High
- ₪400+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Standard double room1 × 1 night × ILS 500 | ILS 500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ILS 300 | ILS 600 |
| Rehovot ↔ Tel Aviv train (single ticket)2 × ILS 45 | ILS 90 |
| Egged city bus day pass2 × ILS 30 · check | ILS 60 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × ILS 80 · check | ILS 160 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ILS 141 |
| Trip total≈ ILS 776 per person per day, bed included | ILS 1,551 |
2026 estimate in ILS; flights and rail passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at café | ₪12–20 |
| Falafel sandwich | ₪15–25 |
| Beer (draft) | ₪25–35 |
| Taxi 5 km | ₪70–90 |
| Museum entry (Ayalon) | ₪30–45 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Trains do not run Friday afternoon‑Saturday evening (Sabbath).
- Ayalon Institute requires advance reservation (check opening hours).
- Outdoor exhibits at the Clore Garden of Science close 13:00‑16:00 in summer.Outdoor exhibits at the Clore Garden of Science close 1:00 PM‑4:00 PM in summer.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Ambulance (MDA)
- 101
- Fire
- 102
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Rehovotרחובות
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לכתובת הזאת, בבקשהTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Ambulance (MDA)101
- Fire102
Embassy
US consulate in Tel Aviv (check address); other embassies in Jerusalem.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Rehovot → Tel Aviv train: ≈₪30, 25 min (check)
- Egged city bus day pass: ≈₪30 per day (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 takhanat ha'otobus?)
- אפשר לשלם בכרטיס? — Can I pay by card? (efshar leshalem be'kartis?)
- איפה השירותים? — Where is the toilet? (eifo hasherutim?)
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 Rehovot. 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 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Train‑to‑bed package from Ben Gurion Airport to Rehovot (check schedules).
- Walking clusters: city centre, Ayalon Institute, Weizmann Institute garden.
Sources
- officialRehovot official website
- secondaryWikidata – Rehovot
- secondaryWikivoyage: Rehovot, revision 5030185 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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