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Dead Sea
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Israel

Dead Sea

6.2
4.7/5
243 reviews
The Dead Sea is located at the intersection of Israel, Jordan, and Palestine, a long, narrow saltwater lake nestled between the Judean Desert and the surrounding mountains. The lake's salinity is far higher than that of ordinary seawater, making it difficult for fish and other aquatic life to survive. Only a small amount of algae and microorganisms remain in the lake, and no vegetation grows along the shore, which is how it earned the straightforward and vivid name Dead Sea. There are no tides here, and the lake surface remains calm year-round. Under the sunlight, it resembles a bronze mirror, reflecting the surrounding desolate mountains and deserts, presenting a bleak landscape rarely seen elsewhere. The surface of the Dead Sea is more than 400 m below sea level, and the lakeshore is the lowest point on Earth's exposed land, earning it the nickname "the navel of the world." The extremely high salt content provides buoyancy far exceeding that of ordinary seawater. As long as you relax your body, you can float on your back; even if you can't swim, you don't have to worry about sinking, and you can even lie on the water holding a newspaper to pass the time. The black mineral mud deposited at the bottom of the lake is also a local feature. Many tourists cover themselves in the black mud before floating in the water for a while, which is an iconic Dead Sea experience. The southwest lakeshore on the Israel side is home to many beaches and bathing areas, making it very convenient to experience floating. In the surrounding desert area, you can also participate in adventure activities such as jeep tours, camel riding, and rappelling.Dead Sea Region · 13.5km from Dead Sea
Prophet moses

Prophet moses

2.9
Almog · 35.7km from Dead Sea
Ein Gedi Botanical Garden

Ein Gedi Botanical Garden

2.9
Ein Gedi · 2.1km from Dead Sea
Ein Gedi Eco Park

Ein Gedi Eco Park

2
Ein Gedi · 2.1km from Dead Sea
Estee's Pottery

Estee's Pottery

1.7
Neot HaKikar · 59.4km from Dead Sea
חוות האפרסמון Balm Of Gilead Farm

חוות האפרסמון Balm Of Gilead Farm

1.6
Almog · 37.5km from Dead Sea
בדולינה עין גדי גלאמפינג _ Badolina ein gedi glamping

בדולינה עין גדי גלאמפינג _ Badolina ein gedi glamping

2.5
Ein Gedi · 1.9km from Dead Sea
Arugot Club

Arugot Club

1.9
Ein Gedi · 1.8km from Dead Sea
סתלבט במדבר - Desert Chillin - צימר בנאות הכיכר

סתלבט במדבר - Desert Chillin - צימר בנאות הכיכר

1.5
Neot HaKikar · 59.4km from Dead Sea
משק מלול - מכירה ישירה של תוצרת חקלאית טרייה בנאות הכיכר

משק מלול - מכירה ישירה של תוצרת חקלאית טרייה בנאות הכיכר

1.3
Neot HaKikar · 59.2km from Dead Sea

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Old City
No. 1 of Night Attractions in Israel

Old City

5.7
4.6/5
108 reviews
Jerusalem · 36.9km from Dead Sea
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Private Chartered Tour from Amman to Mount Nebo, Baptism Site of Jesus, Pink Lake, and Dead Sea with Hotel Transfers

Private Chartered Tour from Amman to Mount Nebo, Baptism Site of Jesus, Pink Lake, and Dead Sea with Hotel Transfers

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3D2N • 3 Day Trip - Petra, Kerak Castle, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea from Amman

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3D2N • 3 Day Trip - Petra, Kerak Castle, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea from Amman

5/5
40 reviews
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3D2N • 3Days Tour Petra & Wadi Rum from Amman, Dead Sea OR Amman Airport

3D2N • 3Days Tour Petra & Wadi Rum from Amman, Dead Sea OR Amman Airport

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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Full Day Tour
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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Full Day Tour

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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip
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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip

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Jerusalem and Bethlehem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem
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Jerusalem and Bethlehem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem

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From Tel Aviv: Masada and the Dead Sea Full Day Experience
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From Tel Aviv: Masada and the Dead Sea Full Day Experience

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Duration: 10 hrs
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Jerusalem day tour
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Jerusalem day tour

Duration: 7–9 hrs
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Damascus Highlights Audio Tour: Historical Treasures
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Damascus Highlights Audio Tour: Historical Treasures

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Private Tour : Jerusalem Old city day trip from Jerusalem
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Private Tour : Jerusalem Old city day trip from Jerusalem

4.4/5
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Holy City of Jerusalem and Bethlehem Private Tour
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Holy City of Jerusalem and Bethlehem Private Tour

Duration: 9–11 hrs
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Tel Aviv: Carmel Market Food Tasting Tour “Shuk Hacarmel”
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Tel Aviv: Carmel Market Food Tasting Tour “Shuk Hacarmel”

Duration: 2 hrs
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Jerusalem The New City Tour: Mamilla Mall and Mahane Yehuda
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Jerusalem The New City Tour: Mamilla Mall and Mahane Yehuda

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Tel Aviv: Carmel Market & Tel Aviv Tour with Tastings
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Tel Aviv: Carmel Market & Tel Aviv Tour with Tastings

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Market Mosaic: A Gastronomic Exploration of Carmel Treasures
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Market Mosaic: A Gastronomic Exploration of Carmel Treasures

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Jerusalem After Dark: Old City Sunset Walking Tour & Wine
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Jerusalem After Dark: Old City Sunset Walking Tour & Wine

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Tel Aviv: 2-Hour Levinsky Market Tour with Full Lunch
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Tel Aviv: 2-Hour Levinsky Market Tour with Full Lunch

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Food Tour of Sarona Market and Azrieli Center
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Food Tour of Sarona Market and Azrieli Center

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Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market
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Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market

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From Jerusalem: Masada at Sunrise, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour
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From Jerusalem: Masada at Sunrise, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour

5.0/5
· 3 reviews
Duration: 10 hrs
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From Jerusalem: Masada and Dead Sea Tour
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From Jerusalem: Masada and Dead Sea Tour

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From Jerusalem: Masada & Dead Sea Tour Including Entrance Fees
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From Jerusalem: Masada & Dead Sea Tour Including Entrance Fees

Duration: 7–10 hrs
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From Ashdod Port: Masada and Dead Sea Guided Day Trip
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From Ashdod Port: Masada and Dead Sea Guided Day Trip

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Tel Aviv: Half-Day Dead Sea Private Beach - small groups
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Tel Aviv: Half-Day Dead Sea Private Beach - small groups

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From Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Masada & Dead Sea Tour with Pickup
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From Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Masada & Dead Sea Tour with Pickup

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From Tel Aviv: Masada at Sunrise, Ein Gedi and Dead Sea Tour
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From Tel Aviv: Masada at Sunrise, Ein Gedi and Dead Sea Tour

5.0/5
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Duration: 12 hrs
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Private Tours in Dead Sea

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4D3N • 4-Day Tour from Amman: Amman, Nebo, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead sea

Level 34D3N • 4-Day Tour from Amman: Amman, Nebo, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead sea

5/5
2 reviews
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3D2N • 3Day Private Tour: Petra Mount Nebo & Al Karak Castle Wadi Rum Red and Dead Seas

3D2N • 3Day Private Tour: Petra Mount Nebo & Al Karak Castle Wadi Rum Red and Dead Seas

5/5
17 reviews
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4D3N • Echoes of Petra 4-Day Getaway

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5/5
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6D5N • 6 Day Tour: Amman Petra Jerash Baptism Site Karak Castle Wadi Rum Red & Dead Sea

Level 26D5N • 6 Day Tour: Amman Petra Jerash Baptism Site Karak Castle Wadi Rum Red & Dead Sea

4.6/5
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5D4N • 5 Day Tour: Amman Petra Jerash Mount Nebo Shobak Castle Wadi Rum Red & Dead Sea

Level 25D4N • 5 Day Tour: Amman Petra Jerash Mount Nebo Shobak Castle Wadi Rum Red & Dead Sea

5/5
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3D2N • 3-Day from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, Mt.Nebo, Dana, Red & Dead Seas

Level 23D2N • 3-Day from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, Mt.Nebo, Dana, Red & Dead Seas

5/5
136 reviews
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2D1N • 2-Day Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Private Transport

2D1N • 2-Day Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Private Transport

5/5
12 reviews
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3D2N • 3 Day Tour from Amman: Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead sea

Level 33D2N • 3 Day Tour from Amman: Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead sea

5/5
4 reviews
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Free things to do in Dead Sea

Dead Sea

Dead Sea

6.2
4.7/5
243 reviews
Dead Sea Region · 13.5km from Dead Sea
Church of the Holy Sepulchre

Church of the Holy Sepulchre

4.3
4.5/5
194 reviews
Jerusalem · 37.2km from Dead Sea
Old City

Old City

5.7
4.6/5
108 reviews
Jerusalem · 36.9km from Dead Sea
Gethsemane

Gethsemane

4.1
3.8/5
48 reviews
Jerusalem · 36.9km from Dead Sea
Old City

Old City

4.8
4.6/5
202 reviews
Tel Aviv · 87.8km from Dead Sea
Damascus Gate

Damascus Gate

3.6
5.0/5
46 reviews
Jerusalem · 37.4km from Dead Sea
The Western Wall Plaza

The Western Wall Plaza

3.3
4.6/5
308 reviews
Jerusalem · 36.8km from Dead Sea
Yad Vashem

Yad Vashem

4.2
3.4/5
62 reviews
Jerusalem · 39km from Dead Sea
Temple Mount

Temple Mount

3.2
4.9/5
69 reviews
Jerusalem · 36.9km from Dead Sea
Dome of the Rock

Dome of the Rock

3.4
4.4/5
65 reviews
Jerusalem · 36.9km from Dead Sea

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BSTan20 November 2023
5.0
Dead sea is a must see attraction. Bucket list checked. It Is a great place to be at.

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What are the must-do things in Dead Sea?

Don't miss these attractions in Dead Sea: Dead Sea, Prophet moses, and Ein Gedi Botanical Garden. If you like Culture & history, try From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Full Day Tour. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Tel Aviv: Carmel Market Food Tasting Tour “Shuk Hacarmel”.

You can give Tel Aviv: Carmel Market Food Tasting Tour “Shuk Hacarmel” and Jerusalem The New City Tour: Mamilla Mall and Mahane Yehuda a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

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