City in Southern District, Israel
Is Eilat safe?
Low ordinary crime and relaxed, but Houthi missiles and drones have targeted Eilat, and sirens occur.
Is Eilat safe?
Low ordinary crime and relaxed, but Houthi missiles and drones have targeted Eilat, and sirens occur. Know your hotel's shelter and stay on marked beaches.
Key facts
- SoloSquare safety rating: 3/5, take real precautions.
- US travel advisory: Level 3: Reconsider travel, updated 2026-08-25.
- Homicide rate in Israel: 1.6 per 100,000 people (2022, UNODC via World Bank).
- Road deaths in Israel: 3.9 per 100,000 people a year (2019, WHO).
- Emergency numbers: Police 100 · Ambulance 101 · Fire 102.
Safety in Eilat at a glance
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Crime | Petty theft from beaches and cars is the main crime. Violent crime against visitors is rare. |
| At night | Promenade bars and clubs are lively on weekends; streets feel safe. Use taxis late and know shelter locations. |
| Solo women | Safe and relaxed; beachwear is normal. Use taxis late at night and avoid empty roads near the borders. |
| Other risks | Houthi missile and drone alerts; Extreme summer heat; Sea urchins and fire coral on the reef |
Scams, areas and local laws
Common scams
- Taxi drivers skipping the meter
- Overpriced boat or diving tours without a licence
- Unlicensed rental scooters with damage claims
Take care
- Remote border roads towards Taba and the Jordan border
- Swimming away from lifeguarded beaches
Calmer areas to stay
Laws visitors break by accident
- Carry ID at all times: your passport or a copy plus your entry card.
- Don't photograph soldiers, police or military installations.
- Recreational cannabis is illegal despite lenient enforcement; harder drugs mean prison.
How Eilat compares in Israel
Quick answers
Is Eilat safe for solo female travelers?
Safe and relaxed; beachwear is normal. Use taxis late at night and avoid empty roads near the borders.
Is Eilat safe at night?
Promenade bars and clubs are lively on weekends; streets feel safe. Use taxis late and know shelter locations.
What is the crime rate in Eilat?
Petty theft from beaches and cars is the main crime. Violent crime against visitors is rare. Nationally, Israel records 1.6 homicides per 100,000 people a year (2022).
What number do I call in an emergency in Eilat?
Police 100 · Ambulance 101 · Fire 102.
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Sources
- US State Department travel advisory
- Eilat Municipality
- Israel Airports Authority
- Home Front Command
- World Bank: intentional homicides (UNODC)
- World Bank: road traffic deaths (WHO)
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