Essentials
- City
- Herzliya, Tel Aviv District, Israel
- Population
- 105,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 150-200 Mbps (Fiber widely available)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 ILS (Israeli New Shekel) ≈ 0.27 USD, 1 USD ≈ 3.65 ILS
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and safe
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/H sockets
- SIM Card
- Partner, Cellcom, Hot Mobile (approx. 50 ILS for 100GB)
- Banking for Expats
- Bank Hapoalim, Bank Leumi, Revolut (highly recommended)
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Yad2 (local listings), Facebook Groups
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) accepted everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Marine Heights Apartments, Benjamin Herzliya Hotel
- Budget Accommodation
- The Sea Apartments (approx. 450 ILS/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Herzliya Pituach (Beachfront and nightlife)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Herzliya Hills or Green Herzliya (Quiet but connected)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- WeWork (Shenkar St 1) - approx. 1,200 ILS/month for Hot Desk
- Best Cafe for Work
- Arcaffe (Maskit St 9) - spacious with fast Wi-Fi
- Networking Events
- Herzliya Pituach High-Tech Meetups at Mixer Coworking
- Social Events for Expats
- Secret Herzliya Facebook Group meetups at Mike's Place
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Gett (formerly GetTaxi) and Uber
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Lime and Bird (approx. 5 ILS start + 1 ILS/min)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Accadia Beach (central Herzliya Pituach)
- Top Regional Airline
- Arkia
- Top International Airline
- EL AL
- Highway Access
- Ayylon Highway (Route 20) and Highway 2 (Coast Road)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Herzliya Railway Station (Connects to Tel Aviv in 15 mins)
- Public Transport Passes
- Rav-Kav card (Daily pass approx. 15-30 ILS)
- Regional Travel
- Israel Railways (Train), Egged Bus Lines
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Herzliya Medical Center (HMC), Ha-Hoshlim St 7
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Prana Yoga (Shenkar St 14) - 80 ILS per drop-in
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Holmes Place Premium (Seven Stars Mall) - approx. 350 ILS/month
- Laundry Services
- Kibbus Laundry (Ben Gurion St 48)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Wolt and Ten Bis
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Sabich (Fried eggplant and egg pita) at Sabich HaSharon
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Green Roll (Vegan Sushi) at Shenkar St 11
- Best Dessert Spots
- Golda Ice Cream (Marina Herzliya)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Osher Ad (Low cost bulk supermarket)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.co.il, KSP (for tech)
- Grocery Delivery
- Shufersal Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- The Marina and Maskit Street (Pituach Industrial Zone)
- Local Brewery
- Jems Beer Factory (Hamanoof St 3)
- Wine Bars
- Vintner Wine Bar (Sokolov St)
- Street Food Stalls
- Falafel Gabay (Maskit St)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Minato (Japanese) at Ha-Menofim St 8
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Apollonia National Park (Crusader Fortress)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art (Ha-Banah St 4)
- Historical Sites
- Sidna Ali Mosque (11th-century structure)
- Religious Sites
- Chabad House Herzliya Pituach
- Annual Events
- Herzliya Marina Sailing Regatta
- Cultural Districts
- City Center (Sokolov St)
- Theater Venues
- Herzliya Performing Arts Center (Ziv St 2)
- Local Markets
- Herzliya Organic Farmers Market (Fridays at Gan Ha'ir)
- Cooking Classes
- Bulthaup Culinary Academy (Ha-Ta'arucha St)
- Art Galleries
- Zemack Contemporary Art
- Historic Buildings
- The First House of Herzliya (Beit Rishonim)
- Local Heritage
- The 7-star city crest representing Herzl's vision
- Music Scene
- Zappa Herzliya (Live music venue)
- Street Art
- Industrial Zone / Pituach Mural walk
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Herzliya Park (Huge greenspace with lake)
- National Parks Nearby
- Yarkon National Park (15 mins drive)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Herzliya Promenade and Cliff Walk
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Sidna Ali Cliff overlooking the Mediterranean
- Birdwatching Locations
- The Winter Pond (Berechat HaHoref)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated areas at Nof Yam Beach
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Israel Post and DHL Express (Maskit St)
- Tech Repair Services
- iDigital (Seven Stars Mall) for Apple products
- Table Tennis Spots
- Herzliya Park sports facilities
- Language Classes
- Ulpan Herzliya (Hebrew immersion)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- The Main Public Library (Sokolov 56)
- Community Centers
- Beit Kehilat (Various neighborhood centers)
- Gaming Lounges
- Hype Gaming Lounge (Seven Stars)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- None (Illegal in Israel)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 45,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 1,800,000 ILS)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 35,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 1,400,000 ILS)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 42,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 2,520,000 ILS)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 33,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 1,980,000 ILS)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 40,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 3,200,000 ILS)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 30,000 ILS per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 2,400,000 ILS)
- Corporate Tax
- 23% (with lower rates for tech companies)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 25% - 30%
- Tax System
- Personal residence-based (Worldwide income)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 50% (including 3% surtax on high earners)
- VAT
- 17%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable to residents
- Property Tax
- Arnona (Local tax based on floor area and zone)
- Property Transaction Tax
- Purchase Tax (Mas Rechisha) ranging from 0% to 10% graduated
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific nomad visa; 10-year tax holiday for new immigrants (Olim)