You're Going to Love Mitzpe Ramon
Established in the 1950s as a military outpost, Mitzpe Ramon has evolved into an ecotourism destination with spectacular landscapes.
Often described as Israel's Grand Canyon, Mitzpe Ramon is home to the largest protected reserve in the country, offering numerous opportunities for hiking, cycling, rappelling, and horseback riding.
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Mitzpe Ramon
1. Ramon Crater
Ramon Crater is Mitzpe Ramon's main attraction. 1,641 feet deep, 25 miles long and 6 miles wide, the crater exhibits geological formations unseen in the rest of the world.
2. Albert Promenade
The Albert Promenade features environmental sculptures leading to the Ramon Crater. A bird balcony provides the best vantage point of the crater, allowing bird watchers to photograph the native species from above.
3. Spice Route Quarter
The Spice Route Quarter includes shops, bars, restaurants, and art galleries, including Faran, an organic soap and cosmetics factory outlet, and the Avital wood works shop.
4. Deep Desert Israel
The Deep Desert of Israel provides activities in the Negev desert such as camping trips, 4x4 Jeep tours, rappelling, and outdoor yoga classes.
5. Tasting Menu
Groups can enjoy a tasting menu at InnSense Bistro and Suites, sampling dishes such as focaccia, slow-cooked beef stew, vegan cottage pie, and espresso mousse.
When to Visit Mitzpe Ramon
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Mitzpe Ramon is 2,950 feet above sea level and very cold in the winter. The best time to visit is from May to September.
How to Get to Mitzpe Ramon
Plane
The closest international airport to Mitzpe Ramon is Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport (TLV). Buses and trains leave from Tel Aviv and take approximately 3.5 hours with an hour transfer. Fares average ₪54 to ₪112.
Train
Trains take 2.5 hours to Mitzpe Ramon from Tel Aviv's HaHagana Station. Train fares are ₪43.
Car
Tel Aviv to Mitzpe Ramon is 2.25 hours via Yitzhak Rabin Highway/Route 6 and Route 40. Car rentals are approximately ₪61 per day.
Bus
Buses from Tel Aviv to Mitzpe Ramon average ₪112 and take nearly 3.5 hours with an hour transfer.
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How to Get Around Mitzpe Ramon
Public Transportation
Metropoline Public Transportation offers daily routes throughout Mitzpe Ramon. Fares are ₪37.50 for a day pass.
Taxi
Taxis in Mitzpe Ramon are somewhat limited. Fares start at ₪25 with ₪6.28 per additional mile.
Car
Car rentals start at ₪29 per day in Mitzpe Ramon.
Where to Eat in Mitzpe Ramon
Hadasaar specializes in organic dishes, including gazpacho, baked bread layered with local cheese, and tahini cookies. Entrees average ₪69. Hahavit features sandwiches, barbecue, pizza, and pasta dishes. Entrees start at ₪48.