United States.
Flight from TLV
12h 1m
Best season
אפר–אוק
Avg temp
17°
Currency
$ USD · 1=₪3.04
Time zone
7- עד 10- שעות מול ת״א, לפי האזור
Language
אנגלית; ספרדית נפוצה מאוד
Plug
A / B · 120V
Visa
ישראלים עם דרכון ביומטרי זקוקים לאישור ESTA מראש לביקור קצר; בעלי דרכון שאינו זכאי או מי שאינו עומד בתנאים זקוקים לוויזה
Safety
רמת הבטיחות משתנה מאוד בין ערים ושכונות; מומלץ לבדוק אזורי לינה מראש, להימנע מאזורים מבודדים בלילה ולהחזיק ביטוח רפואי מקיף
Overview
🇺🇸United States
🇺🇸United States
The United States is not one vacation but a collection of epic journeys: New York for shopping, Broadway and Central Park, Florida for Orlando’s theme parks and Miami’s beaches, and the West for California road trips and national parks. Israelis come for extended family holidays, luxurious honeymoons, NBA games, enormous outlet malls and unforgettable drives linking Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon and Los Angeles. Each region reveals a different America, from Times Square’s lights to Yosemite, Highway 1 and the casinos and headline shows of the Strip. The distance rewards careful planning, especially when cities, nature and shopping are combined in one memorable itinerary.
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Manhattan, New York City
Midtown around Broadway, Fifth Avenue and Bryant Park puts you at the center of everything, with familiar hotels such as M Social Times Square. SoHo and Greenwich Village offer more character, dining and bars around Spring Street and Bleecker Street. Prices are high, rooms are small and Times Square is noisy, but the location saves considerable time on a short visit.
Miami Beach, Florida
South Beach places Ocean Drive, the sands of Lummus Park and Washington Avenue nightlife within walking distance, with hotels such as The Betsy. Couples and luxury travelers often prefer Mid-Beach and Faena Miami Beach near the beach clubs. Weekends are noisy and expensive, while traffic can make Miami Beach feel far from Wynwood and Brickell.
Orlando, Florida
Lake Buena Vista suits families seeking quick access to Walt Disney World and Disney Springs, with hotels such as Wyndham Lake Buena Vista. Travelers focused on Universal Studios should consider Universal Boulevard or International Drive. It is convenient but lacks genuine urban street life, and a car or hotel shuttles are almost essential.
Las Vegas Strip, Nevada
The central Strip around Bellagio, Caesars Palace and The Venetian is the most convenient base for casinos, pool parties and shows. Wynn and Fontainebleau deliver a more luxurious experience, while downtown's Fremont Street is cheaper and grittier. Distances between resorts are deceptively long, resort fees add up and rooms can be a considerable walk from the entrance.
Santa Monica, Los Angeles
Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica Pier and Third Street Promenade create a pleasant and relatively walkable base, with hotels such as Shore Hotel. Venice Beach and the coastal bike path are nearby, and Pacific sunsets are a genuine bonus. The trade-off is a high price and lengthy traffic-bound journeys to Hollywood, Universal Studios and downtown.
Moab, Utah
The town along Main Street is an excellent base for Arches, Canyonlands and scenic Highway 128, with hotels such as Hoodoo Moab. Evenings offer restaurants, breweries and outdoor shops, but little real nightlife. Rates surge in spring and autumn, while summer heat requires trail starts before 7:00 a.m.
Year-round weather
Year-round weather in United States
Temperature averages
Real climate dataינו
5°
-2°
Cool
פבר
7°
-2°
Cool
מרץ
12°
2°
Cool
אפר
17°
7°
Recommended
מאי
22°
12°
Excellent
יונ
28°
17°
Excellent
יול
31°
21°
Excellent
אוג
28°
19°
Excellent
ספט
25°
16°
Excellent
אוק
20°
10°
Recommended
נוב
12°
4°
Cool
דצמ
6°
-2°
Cool
Most pleasant weather: מאי · יונ · יול · אוג · ספט
Peak season for Israelis (when everyone goes): אפר · מאי · יונ · יול · אוג · ספט · אוק. July and August are the main peak for Israeli families during the school break, especially in Orlando, New York and the American West. April to June and September to October offer better weather for road trips and city touring, while Passover and Sukkot are also highly popular.
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A perfect United States itinerary
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Day 1
Classic Manhattan
Start before 9:00 a.m. at Top of the Rock for a skyline view featuring the Empire State Building, then continue through Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue to Central Park. Have a kosher lunch at Abaita before walking to Bryant Park and the New York Public Library. In the evening, experience the lights of Times Square and attend a prebooked Broadway musical.
- 2
Day 2
Downtown and Brooklyn
Take an early ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, or use the free Staten Island Ferry for a shorter view. Continue to the 9/11 Memorial, the Oculus and Wall Street, with lunch at Reserve Cut or a packed kosher meal. Near sunset, walk across Brooklyn Bridge and finish at Brooklyn Bridge Park facing the skyline.
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Day 3
Fly to Miami and explore South Beach
Take a morning flight from New York to Miami, approximately three hours, allowing ample time for security and the airport transfer. After check-in, head to Lummus Park, admire the Art Deco buildings on Ocean Drive and continue to South Pointe Park. Have a kosher dinner around 17th Street and watch sunset near the pier; Ocean Drive is particularly noisy on weekends.
- 4
Day 4
Wynwood, Design District and Brickell
Reach Wynwood Walls at opening time to photograph the murals before the heat and tour groups, then continue to the Miami Design District for stores such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Hermès. Spend the afternoon at Bayside Marketplace or Museum Park, depending on the weather. Finish at Brickell City Centre and a rooftop venue, using Uber or Lyft rather than dealing with parking.
- 5
Day 5
Everglades or a beach day
Families and nature lovers can take a morning airboat excursion in the Everglades, preferably with an operator limiting group size; the drive from South Beach is about an hour each way. Those seeking rest can stay on Mid-Beach, rent an umbrella and chairs, and shop along Lincoln Road. Return to South Pointe toward evening to watch the cruise ships, followed by a prebooked kosher dinner.
- 6
Day 6
A relaxed Miami finale
Begin early with a walk or bicycle ride on the Miami Beach boardwalk while temperatures are comfortable and the beach is nearly empty. After breakfast, visit Bal Harbour Shops for luxury shopping, or Dolphin Mall for outlets and more accessible prices. Allow at least three hours for the airport journey, rental-car return and screening at MIA, and confirm whether the Israel-bound itinerary is nonstop or connecting.
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Round-trip flight from TLV
₪2,600-5,500 (holidays: ₪7,000+)
4-5 night package
₪4,800-9,500 (per person)
Mid-range hotel nightly
₪600-1,300 (per room)
Five-star hotel nightly
₪1,500-3,800 (per room)
Restaurant meal
₪90-220 (before tip)
Local beer
₪25-45
Coffee
₪14-28
Short taxi ride
₪45-110
Rental car daily
₪180-420 (before insurance)
Major attraction
₪110-650 (theme park: up to ₪700)
Daily budget per person
₪650-1,500 (including lodging)
Family, five nights
₪22,000-42,000 (family of four)
Good to know
Good to know before United States
Getting around
From the airport
The United States has no single gateway, so transfers depend on the city. From JFK to Manhattan, the AirTrain plus subway costs about ₪45 and takes 60-75 minutes; the flat-fare taxi with tolls and tip usually totals roughly ₪300-390 and takes 45-90 minutes, while Uber or Lyft generally costs ₪220-450. From MIA to South Beach, the bus costs about ₪8 and takes 45-60 minutes, while Uber or Lyft costs ₪90-180 and takes 20-40 minutes. From LAX to Santa Monica, a ride-hailing car typically costs ₪120-250 and takes 25-70 minutes; in Las Vegas, a taxi or app ride to the Strip costs about ₪70-140 and takes 10-25 minutes, while shared shuttles are cheaper but slower.
Need a car?
Do not rent a car for Manhattan or central Chicago, Boston, Washington or San Francisco: transit is effective and parking can cost ₪180-350 per day. A car saves hours and is often essential in Los Angeles, Orlando, Miami beyond South Beach, national parks and road-trip country. Families may prefer an SUV with luggage space, while young travelers staying only on the Strip or in Manhattan save money by using transit and ride-hailing apps.
Tips
Uber and Lyft are the principal apps; compare both because surge pricing can change within minutes. Las Vegas resorts and LAX use designated ride-hailing pickup zones, and drivers may not be allowed to stop at the main entrance. For rental cars, check toll programs, one-way fees and parking in advance; in California and Florida, extras can exceed the base rental rate.
Kosher & Jewish
Chabad / community
Popular cities have a strong Chabad presence, including Chabad Midtown near Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, Chabad in South Beach around 14th Street and Drexel Avenue, and Chabad of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas. Most offer minyanim, Shabbat services and advance-registration meals, although schedules and charges vary and must be confirmed directly. National parks and towns such as Moab generally lack full Jewish infrastructure, so observant travelers should stock up in a major city.
Kosher food
Manhattan has extensive options, including Abaita in Midtown, Reserve Cut in the Financial District and Mr. Broadway; in Miami Beach, Israelis often choose Motzkin, 17 Restaurant and Sushi Bar and Pita Loca. In Las Vegas, consider King Solomon's Table and Shawarma Vegas away from the Strip, but always verify current certification and hours. Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Publix and Walmart stock products marked OU, OK and Star-K, and many families buy breakfast supplies, snacks and disposable utensils before heading to the parks.
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Visa & documents
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What you need before you fly
- ישראלים עם דרכון ביומטרי זקוקים לאישור ESTA מראש לביקור קצר; בעלי דרכון שאינו זכאי או מי שאינו עומד בתנאים זקוקים לוויזה
- Passport valid 6 months
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Local tips
Good to know about United States
- 💳Almost everything is paid by card, but restaurant and bar menu prices exclude local tax and gratuity, so a $100 order can end up costing roughly ₪430 to ₪450 depending on the exchange rate and city.
- 🛂Before booking, confirm that you qualify for ESTA and that every passport detail exactly matches the reservation, since ESTA approval does not guarantee entry and the final decision is made at border control.
- ✈️Round-trip flights from Tel Aviv to New York commonly cost about ₪2,500 to ₪5,500, while Basic Economy fares on United, Delta, and American can restrict seat selection, changes, and sometimes carry-on baggage.
- 🚇In New York, use OMNY with the same card or phone for every ride to benefit from its weekly fare cap, while in Los Angeles you should not rely on transit for a day combining Malibu, Venice, and Griffith Observatory.
- 🏨For couples in New York I prefer Flatiron or NoMad over Times Square, for families the Upper West Side, in Los Angeles West Hollywood or Santa Monica, and in Las Vegas a central hotel between Bellagio and The Venetian.
- 🎟️Book the Statue of Liberty, Alcatraz, Sphere shows, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, and timed park entry such as Yosemite through their official sites as soon as booking opens, especially for July, August, and Israeli holiday periods.
- 🎰Las Vegas casinos require an original passport as proof of age, it is customary to tip the dealer after a win and the cocktail server at least $1 or $2 per drink, and Strip ATMs often charge steep withdrawal fees.
- 🍽️At full-service restaurants, tip is generally 18% to 22%; kosher travelers should verify current certification in advance at places such as Le Marais in New York and use Chabad centers, especially in Orlando, Miami, and Las Vegas.
- 📱An Airalo, Holafly, or Israeli-provider eSIM is convenient in cities, but for the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, or Highway 1, download offline Google Maps in advance because coverage often disappears between key stops.
- 🌦️Do not pack based on the word “summer” alone: New York in July calls for light clothing and an umbrella, San Francisco needs a warm layer even in August, and Utah’s parks and Las Vegas require water, a hat, and starts before 8:00 a.m.
מאיה רוזן
Senior agent · Greece for 12 years
"To me, the United States feels like several different vacations connected by one long road: a morning facing the skyline from Brooklyn Heights Promenade, sunset in Santa Monica, and an evening beneath the lights of the Las Vegas Strip. Israelis fall for it because everything feels big, convenient, and familiar, yet every city moves at a completely different pace. I especially love the first moment you emerge from the subway into Times Square and that first bite of a warm New York bagel with cream cheese. This is a country that rewards good planning, because choosing the right neighborhood, domestic flight, and rental car can transform the entire trip."
Loves
My favorite secret near Las Vegas is taking the first morning entry into Red Rock Canyon, before the heat and tour groups arrive, and stopping at Calico Hills as the rocks begin to glow. Reserve a timed entry in advance when seasonal reservations are required, leave the Strip around 7:00 a.m., and return to the pool just as the city wakes up.
Skip
I do not recommend buying attraction, tour, or show tickets from street sellers in Times Square, even when the price sounds tempting. Buy through the official website or venue box office, and do not waste valuable hours at the chain restaurants directly on the square.
Boutique pick
My New York day starts at 8:00 a.m. with a bagel and coffee on the Upper West Side, continues on foot past Bow Bridge in Central Park, and reaches SoHo and the shops around Broadway and Prince Street by 11:00. In the afternoon, walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, catch golden hour from Brooklyn Heights Promenade, and have a kosher dinner at Le Marais in Midtown. At 8:00 p.m., see a Broadway musical, then finish with a drink overlooking Manhattan at Westlight in Williamsburg, with reservations made ahead and current entry hours confirmed.
Client stories
What returning travelers say about United States
"We started the morning walking the High Line and ended it with Hamilton on Broadway, exactly the New York combination we wanted. The United States felt enormous, but focusing our route on Manhattan still left time for coffee, shopping, and relaxed evenings."
Noa and Ido, Tel Aviv
Couple · 8 nights · October
"The children could not stop talking about Magic Kingdom in Orlando, and in Washington they loved the aircraft and spacecraft at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. The United States was an action-packed family trip, but rest days between the parks meant we returned energized rather than exhausted."
Michal and Uri, Modi'in
Family with children · 15 nights · August
"We spent the afternoon on South Beach and headed to LIV at the Fontainebleau that night, with music and an atmosphere that are hard to match. The United States delivered our ideal friends’ getaway, complete with a convertible, shopping, and kosher food around Surfside."
Daniel, Roi and Shahar, Rishon LeZion
Friends · 7 nights · March
"We watched the sunrise from Mather Point at the Grand Canyon, and two days later stood by the Bellagio Fountains in illuminated Las Vegas. Distances in the United States required more driving than expected, but the scenery and mix of nature and city life justified every hour on the road."
Rachel and Yossi, Haifa
Older couple · 12 nights · May
FAQ
Common questions about United States
Do Israelis need a visa for the United States?
Israeli citizens with a valid biometric passport can generally enter the United States with an approved ESTA for up to 90 days, but it should be arranged in advance. Travelers with certain prior visits, previous refusals, or plans to work or study may need a regular visa.
Are there direct flights from Israel to the United States, and how long do they take?
Direct flights from Tel Aviv typically serve New York, Newark, Miami, and Los Angeles, depending on season and airline schedules; New York takes about 11.5–12.5 hours and Los Angeles about 14.5–15.5 hours. When connecting in the United States, allow at least 2.5 hours for immigration and baggage procedures at the first port of entry.
When is the best time to visit the United States, and what should I pack?
May–June and September–October are usually the most comfortable periods for cities and nature in the United States, while July–August, Christmas, and New Year are expensive peak periods; Florida is best in winter, and the western parks shine from late spring to early fall. Pack for the route rather than the country as a whole: layers and rain protection for New York, light clothing for Miami, and a warm jacket for cool Grand Canyon evenings.
How many days are needed for the United States, and which routes suit families or couples?
For a first trip to the United States, allow 10–14 nights for one region, such as New York and Washington for families or Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and the national parks for couples; combining both coasts in under three weeks usually feels rushed. Families often pair Orlando with Miami, while couples particularly enjoy New York with the Hudson Valley or California with Highway 1.
How do you get around the United States, and is a rental car essential?
In New York, Washington, and Chicago, public transit is preferable, but a rental car is close to essential in the western United States, Florida, and national park routes. Fly between distant regions, and remember that rental quotes may not include parking, tolls, an additional driver, or full insurance.
How much does a trip to the United States cost from Israel?
A 10–14-night trip to the United States typically costs about ₪12,000–₪25,000 per person sharing a room, including flights from Israel, good hotels, transportation, food, and attractions, but excluding major shopping. New York, California, and holiday periods sit at the expensive end, and travelers should budget for hotel taxes, resort fees, and restaurant tips of roughly 18%–22%.
Is the United States safe for travelers?
Most tourist areas in the United States are safe with normal urban precautions, but check the hotel’s exact block and avoid isolated areas at night, particularly in parts of Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New Orleans. Never leave belongings visible in a rental car, and comprehensive medical insurance is essential because healthcare costs are extremely high.
Which attractions are unmissable on a first trip to the United States?
On a first trip to the United States, Israeli travelers usually choose at least one major anchor: Times Square and Central Park in New York, Magic Kingdom in Orlando, the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas Strip, or Yosemite and Highway 1 in California. Book Broadway, Disney parks, Alcatraz, and timed national park entries well in advance.
Where are the best nightlife and casinos in the United States?
For nightlife in the United States, standout choices include Miami Beach clubs such as LIV, bars on New York’s Lower East Side, and the shows and parties of Las Vegas; for full-scale casinos, choose Bellagio, Wynn, or Venetian on the Strip. Casinos are not legal or readily available in every city, and New York or central Miami do not offer a Las Vegas-style experience, so gambling enthusiasts should plan accordingly.
Is it easy to find kosher food and Chabad centers in the United States?
Kosher travel is relatively easy in major Jewish centers across the United States: Manhattan and Brooklyn have extensive options, Miami Beach and Surfside offer kosher restaurants and supermarkets, and Los Angeles travelers should look around Pico-Robertson. Chabad operates in nearly every major city and near many nature and university destinations, but Shabbat and holiday meals should be reserved in advance and current certification and hours verified.