One day
One day in Ashkelon: antiquities and the seafront
A full day from the ancient city in the national park, up the seafront past the marina, to Afridar and the old Migdal quarter. The coastal stops are within about 4 km of each other; Migdal is about 3 km inland, so take a bus or taxi for the last leg.
The plan
- 1
09:00
Tel Ashkelon National Park
Attractions & sights
Canaanite gate, ramparts and medieval walls. Winter hours 08:00-16:00; adults 31 NIS, children 16 NIS. The Roman basilica is temporarily closed.
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12:00
Ashkelon Marina
Attractions & sights
Lunch and a walk along the quays; several kosher-listed eateries are around the marina.
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13:30
Tomb of Sheikh Awad
Attractions & sights
Mamluk-period domed tomb on the seafront just north of the marina, with a view back over the harbour.
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14:15
Seafront promenade
Parks & playgrounds
Walk the renovated northern section; lifeguards are on duty at Bar Kochva North until 10 November 2026.
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15:15
Sarcophagi courtyard, Afridar
Attractions & sights · Afridar
Two ornate Roman sarcophagi in the courtyard of Beit HaAm, next to the Afridar clock tower.
- 6
16:30
Khan museum
Museums & heritage
City museum in the former great mosque of Majdal; call 08-6655794 to confirm opening hours before you go.
- 7
17:30
Migdal pedestrian street
Attractions & sights · Migdal (Old City)
Old courtyard houses, alleys and small shops in the quarter where modern Ashkelon began. The municipal market nearby operates on Mondays and Thursdays.
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Source
- parks.org.il (opens in a new tab)
- ashkelon.muni.gov.il (opens in a new tab)
- ashkelon.muni.gov.il (opens in a new tab)
- ashkelon.muni.gov.il (opens in a new tab)
Opening hours and prices change: check each place before you set out.
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