Title: Visit Southern District: 2026 Travel Guide for Southern District, Israel | Expedia.com [Southern District Hotels](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Southern-District.d553248635975177431.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Southern District](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Southern-District.d553248635975177431.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Southern District Flights](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Southern-District.d553248635975177431.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Southern District](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Southern-District.d553248635975177431.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Southern District](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Southern-District.d553248635975177431.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Southern District Vacations](https://expedia.com/Southern-District.d553248635975177431.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Southern District ## Israel ![360 degree aerial panorama of the city district](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975177431/ac94412f-0b29-4d93-b00a-c2698f6dd856.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![360 degree aerial panorama of the city district](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975177431/ac94412f-0b29-4d93-b00a-c2698f6dd856.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This Photograph I took was at about 25 feet beneath the calm water of the Red Sea. The coral reef structures in the Red Sea are protected by the Israeli government which made this diving experience magical. This is because the vibrant colors of the coral compliment the color of the fish and other living creatures in this location, and really gave me the appreciation for what a healthy ocean should look like. #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1170/b2d4bc57-d977-46dd-bdb1-f7546d82f0cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Masada was so full of beautiful views. I would love to go back there. 01/01/2012](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2449/31f02080-358d-4e16-bb2e-2ae83e8dc066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cable Car goin up to Masada "The Bible Land"](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2449/615e0d31-ffba-4340-b8f9-ce3b6e0dbe99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Popular cities in Southern District [Eilat Known for Beaches, Sea and Snorkeling ](https://expedia.com/Eilat.dx1170) From little more than a tiny police station over 65 years ago, this area has grown to be a major sunny vacation destination. ## Reasons to visit - Eilat Marina - Coral World Underwater Observatory Aquarium - Eilat Museum and Art Gallery [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Eilat.dx1170)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Eilat-Hotels.d1170.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Tamar Known for Sea, Spas and Beaches ](https://expedia.com/Tamar.dx553248628383942738) Relaxing Tamar awaits: its oceanfront, spas, beaches, and more! ## Reasons to visit - Ein Gedi Nature Reserve - Masada National Park - Ein Gedi Botanical Garden [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Tamar.dx553248628383942738)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Tamar-Hotels.d553248628383942738.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ramat Negev ](https://expedia.com/Ramat-Negev.dx553248635974515955) Head to sights like Avdat National Park and Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Center as you discover Ramat Negev. [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Ramat-Negev.dx553248635974515955)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Ramat-Negev-Hotels.d553248635974515955.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ashdod Known for Beaches, Sea and Marinas ](https://expedia.com/Ashdod.dx6025832) Experience the marina, beaches, and ruins in Ashdod! [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Ashdod.dx6025832)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Ashdod-Hotels.d6025832.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Beersheba Known for Beer, Historical and Museums ](https://expedia.com/Beersheba.dx540) Get to know this city which acts as the gateway to the Negev Desert and discover its long history and charming old town. [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Beersheba.dx540)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Beersheba-Hotels.d540.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ashkelon Known for Beaches, Sea and Wildlife ](https://expedia.com/Ashkelon.dx500605) Come to quaint Ashkelon and enjoy its beaches, wildlife, and oceanfront. [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Ashkelon.dx500605)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Ashkelon-Hotels.d500605.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Southern District ![Eilat Marina featuring a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6319844/74b413bb-5c56-4548-90b9-66c4b76414e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Eilat From little more than a tiny police station over 65 years ago, this area has grown to be a major sunny vacation destination. ![Ein Bokek featuring general coastal views, a sunset and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11946/c16f3609-10fc-4064-a29d-0a355d8636fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ein Bokek Bathe in the salty, oily waters of the Dead Sea and indulge in a spa or health treatment at this luxury desert resort area. ![Mamshit National Park which includes a gorge or canyon, desert views and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103636/8deac40f-7bef-45fa-a563-2e5e9152d1b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Beersheba Get to know this city which acts as the gateway to the Negev Desert and discover its long history and charming old town. ![Ein Gedi Botanical Garden featuring a gorge or canyon and desert views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191470/7881b6b4-10f8-4155-8f4d-3a7d770be936.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ein Gedi Explore the beauty of the Dead Sea region and discover a lush desert oasis, friendly kibbutz and range of wellness spas. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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