Essentials
- City
- Caesarea, Haifa District, Israel
- Population
- 5,500
- Internet Speed
- 95 Mbps avg via Fiber (Bezeq/Partner)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 ILS ≈ 0.27 USD, 1 USD ≈ 3.65 ILS (Israeli New Shekel)
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and safe
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/H/M sockets
- SIM Card
- Partner, Cellcom, Hot Mobile (approx. 50 ILS for 100GB)
- Banking for Expats
- Bank Hapoalim, Leumi, Revolut (widely used)
- Accommodation
- Luxury villas, Boutique hotels (Dan Caesarea), Airbnb rentals
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and Apple/Google Pay accepted everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com (avg. 700-1,200 ILS/night)
- Budget Accommodation
- HI Caesarea Hostel (approx. 350 ILS/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old City/Harbor area for history and dining
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Neighborhood 13 (Cluster 13) or Neighborhood 9 for modern residential vibes
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Brain Embassy (at Caesarea Business Park) - approx. 1,000 ILS/month
- Best Cafe for Work
- Cafe Netto (Caesarea Center) - great espresso and reliable Wi-Fi
- Networking Events
- Meetups at the Caesarea Smart Business Park (High-tech focus)
- Social Events for Expats
- Caesarea Golf Club social events and local Facebook groups 'Expats in Caesarea'
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Gett (GetTaxi) is the primary service
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Boutique rentals at the Old City entrance (approx. 80 ILS/day)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Aqueduct Beach (historical arches onto white sand)
- Top Regional Airline
- Arkia
- Top International Airline
- EL AL
- Highway Access
- Highway 2 (Coastal Road) and Highway 4
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Caesarea-Pardes Hanna Railway Station
- Public Transport Passes
- Rav-Kav card (also usable via Pango or Moovit apps)
- Regional Travel
- Israel Railways to Tel Aviv (35 mins) or Haifa (25 mins)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Hillel Yaffe Medical Center (Hadera, 10 mins away)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Dharma Yoga at the Caesarea Center
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Great Shape (Caesarea Business Park) - approx. 300 ILS/month
- Laundry Services
- Laundry 'HaMoshava' (pickup/delivery services available)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Wolt, Ten Bis
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Fresh Mediterranean Grilled Seabass at the Harbor
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Areston (Greek influence with many plant-based appetizers)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Golda Ice Cream (Caesarea Center)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Shufersal Deal (nearby Or Akiva for better prices)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- KSP.co.il (electronics), Amazon.ae (limited delivery)
- Grocery Delivery
- Quik.co.il or Shufersal Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- The Port (Old City) area for evening drinks
- Local Brewery
- Alexander Beer (located nearby in Emek Hefer)
- Wine Bars
- Helena Restaurant (extensive Israeli wine list by the sea)
- Street Food Stalls
- Falafel stalls in neighboring Or Akiva (approx. 20-25 ILS)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Minato (High-end Sushi/Japanese)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Roman Amphitheatre and the Crusader City
- Museums & Art Venues
- Ralli Museum (Salvador Dali works, free entry)
- Historical Sites
- The Roman Aqueduct and Herod’s Palace ruins
- Religious Sites
- Byzantine Church ruins in the National Park
- Annual Events
- Caesarea Jazz Festival (August/Summer)
- Cultural Districts
- The Old Harbor (Restored archaeological zone)
- Theater Venues
- Caesarea Amphitheatre (Main venue for international concerts)
- Local Markets
- Saturday Market in nearby Binyamina
- Music Scene
- Live concerts at the Roman Theatre (expensive, premium acts)
- Street Art
- Statues and mosaic paths in the Ralli Museum gardens
- Cooking Classes
- Private workshops via 'Dan Caesarea Resort'
- Art Galleries
- Shuni Art Center (nearby Binyamina)
- Historic Buildings
- Promontory Palace (Herod’s Reef Palace)
- Local Heritage
- Roman-Jewish history and Rothschild family development
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Mount Carmel National Park (20 mins away)
- National Parks Nearby
- Caesarea National Park (on-site)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Caesarea Promenade (bike path connecting to the Golf Club)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- The top of the Crusader gate house
- Birdwatching Locations
- Ma'agan Michael Fish Ponds (10 mins north)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated sandy areas at the southern Sdot Yam beach
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Israel Post, DHL Express (Caesarea Industrial Park branch)
- Tech Repair Services
- iStore (at nearby malls in Netanya or Hadera)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Country Club Caesarea
- Language Classes
- Ulpan services in nearby Hadera or private tutors
- Libraries & Study Spots
- The Harry Oppenheimer Library (specialized subjects)
- Community Centers
- Caesarea Community Center (Mercaz Kehilati)
- Gaming Lounges
- None in town; found in Tel Aviv (Level Up)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Illegal in Israel; social card games at private clubs only
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 35,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 1,400,000 ILS)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 22,000 ILS per m² in Or Akiva (e.g., 40 m² = 880,000 ILS)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 32,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 1,920,000 ILS)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 20,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 1,200,000 ILS)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 30,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 2,400,000 ILS)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 18,500 ILS per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 1,480,000 ILS)
- Corporate Tax
- 23% (Special rates for tech companies in the Business Park)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 25% - 30%
- Tax System
- Personal income tax based on residency (Worldwide for residents)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 50% (Surtax included)
- VAT
- 17%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable to Israeli residents
- Property Tax
- Arnona (set by local council, higher for luxury residential zones)
- Property Transaction Tax
- Purchase tax (Mas Rechisha) tiered from 0% to 10% based on value
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- 10-year tax holiday on foreign income for new immigrants (Olim)