Rishon LeTsiyyon: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Rishon LeZion is a city in Israel, located along the central Israeli coastal plain eight kilometres (5 mi) south of Tel Aviv. It is part of the Gush Dan metropolitan area.

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Now in the cityRishon LeTsiyyon+24°CPartly cloudy · sunset 04:50 PMupdated 04:25 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange rate₪3.14per 1 $ILS — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Within two hours

Ariel Sharon Park≈ 30 min Sheba Medical Center≈ 30 min Ramat Gan Safari≈ 30 min Reading Power Station≈ 35 min East Jerusalem≈ 1 hr 5 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.

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Updated information about Regional tensions (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.

terrorism

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Reconsider travel to Israel due to terrorism and unrest . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. As of August 26, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in Israel. U.S. government employee travel restrictions U.S.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Rishon LeTsiyyon: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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