Israel is not a cheap country, so it is worthwhile to prepare in advance and calculate the budget for a trip to this country. On-site costs will consist of several items: food, housing, transportation, entertainment. Leave an additional amount for incidentals as well.
Food
In Israel, you can find cafes and restaurants for every taste and budget. The most delicious, original and inexpensive food is in small establishments for locals. They hide in narrow streets away from the main attractions, but are worth the extra couple of kilometers. Israeli dishes will be served here, and the average bill per person does not exceed $ 10-12 (600 rubles).
There are also gourmet restaurants serving French foie gras and Spanish paella. But the prices will be much higher, and you will not be able to feel the flavor of the national cuisine.
For cheap snacks and coffee, visit the Cofix chain. Now establishments under this name are open all over the world, and the company was founded in Israel. Here, all the menus are at the same price - 5 shekels, or about 80 rubles.
In Israel, you should definitely try falafel. They are prepared almost everywhere, but the cheapest one is in Falafix - about 6 shekels (90 rubles).
You can save money by buying food at the supermarket. Prices in Israel are higher than in Russia - for example, a loaf of bread will cost almost 100 rubles, and a liter of milk - 90 rubles. Delicious and fresh vegetables are sold in the markets.
For a day, you will have to spend about 35-40 dollars on food (about 2200 rubles), if you do not deny yourself everything, but also do not throw money away at elite restaurants.
Lodging
Accommodation is the most significant part of spending. It is difficult to name the average price per night in Israeli hotels - the cost depends on the season and the popularity of the place. Hotels increase prices on holidays and during the influx of tourists.
The cheapest option is a hostel bed. It will cost about 15-20 dollars (1000-1200 rubles). A private room in a budget hotel is estimated at $ 60 for two (3500 thousand). An average double room in a three-star hotel starts at $ 100 (approximately 6,000 rubles).
Great deals can be found on websites that offer apartments and rooms for rent. Especially budgetary it will turn out to settle in apartments with the whole family or a large company. Then the price for one will be comparable to the cost of a bed in a hostel.
Transport
Another budget item is public transport. You can also move around in a rented car, but in addition to the rental cost, add gasoline prices to your expenses. It is possible that buses will be more profitable. When renting a car, you also need to be prepared for traffic jams and parking difficulties.
You can get from Tel Aviv airport to the city by train or taxi. The train costs about 4 dollars or 240 rubles. A taxi will cost 40-50 dollars (2500-3000 rubles).
A monthly pass costs about 3,500 rubles. The cost of travel in public transport per week is about 1000 rubles. The price varies depending on the region of action. Detailed information can be found on the carrier's website.
Entertainment and souvenirs
You cannot come to Israel and not visit the unique sights of this country. The cost of visiting is quite high, but it's worth adding them to your budget.
So, a ticket to the Archaeological Museum of Eretz Israel costs 13.5 dollars, the same will cost the entrance to the Tel Aviv Museum of Fine Arts, which presents a rich collection of paintings.
One of the most popular attractions is the Masada Fortress. A comprehensive ticket with access to all halls costs $ 25.
Many fly to Israel for the healing effects of the Dead Sea. The resorts offer a variety of spa treatments that cost around $ 25 per person.
Take away magnets, plates, scarves and other small souvenirs from Israel. They cost from 2.5 dollars.
