Petah Tikva, Israel 🇮🇱
#1043 32.090637, 34.87657

Nomad Score: 65%
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Essentials

🏙️ City Petah Tikva is a city in the Central District of Israel, located just east of Tel Aviv.
👥 Population Approximately 250,000.
💻 Internet Speed Average download speed is around 100 Mbps.
💸 Currency & Banking 1 USD ≈ 3.50 ILS.
🚰 Tap Water Drinkable and safe.
🔌 Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type H sockets.
📶 SIM Card Available from suppliers like Cellcom and Partner.
💳 Banking for Expats Banks such as Bank Hapoalim and Israel Discount Bank accept various international banking solutions.
🛌 Accommodation Options include Airbnb, local rentals, and serviced apartments.
💳 Cashless Friendly Yes, cards are accepted in most places.
🏠 Short Term Rentals Airbnb and local agents provide furnished short-term rental options.
🛏️ Budget Accommodation Hostels like Petah Tikva Hostel and various guesthouses.

Working and Networking

🏢 Best Coworking Space Moshav Hub, offering flexible desk options.
☕ Best Cafe for Work Cafe Nahat, known for a cozy atmosphere and good Wi-Fi.
💼 Networking Events Tech meetups and digital nomad gatherings are often hosted at Hub Petah Tikva.
🥂 Social Events for Expats Facebook groups like 'Expats in Petah Tikva' help connect the community.

Transportation

🚕 Best Taxi/Ride App Gett and Uber are widely used.
🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental Tel-O-Fun bike-sharing program offers rentals across the city.
🏖️ Best Beach Nearby Tel Aviv Beach, about 15-20 minutes away by car.
✈️ Top Regional Airline Arkia Airlines operates in this area.
✈️ Top International Airline El Al Israel Airlines offers flights from Ben Gurion Airport.
🛣️ Highway Access Easy access to Highway 44 and the Ayalon Highway.
🚉 Main Train/Transit Hub Petah Tikva Merkazi Railway Station connects to major lines.
🚍 Public Transport Passes Rav-Kav card for discounted travel on buses and trains.
✈️ Regional Travel Buses and trains connect Petah Tikva to nearby cities like Tel Aviv and Ramat Gan.

Health and Wellness

🏥 Best Hospital Yitzhak Shamir Medical Center (formerly Assaf Harofeh).
🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers Noked Yoga offers various classes.
🏋️ Gyms & Fitness Centers Gold's Gym and Holmes Place provide extensive facilities.
🧺 Laundry Services Local laundromats available; most apartment complexes offer laundry services.

Food and Drink

📱 Best Food Delivery App Wolt and TenBis are popular for takeaway.
🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try Shakshuka, widely available at local diners.
🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options Vegan-friendly cafes like Ouzeri.
🍫 Best Dessert Spots Dizengoff Bakery is known for its pastries.
🛒 Affordable Shopping Spots Local markets like the Petah Tikva Shuk for fresh produce.
🛒 E-commerce/Online Store Sites like Zap and Walla Shops deliver groceries and supplies.
🛒 Grocery Delivery Supermarket chains like Shufersal offer delivery options.
🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area HaBura Club is popular among locals.
🍻 Local Brewery Malka Brewery, known for craft beers.
🍷 Wine Bars Golan Heights Winery has a tasting room.
🍲 Street Food Stalls Bakeries and falafel stands throughout the city.
🍕 Popular International Cuisine Famous for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurants.

Culture and Attractions

🎟️ Must-See Landmarks The Petah Tikva Museum of Art.
🏛️ Museums & Art Venues The National Museum of Science, Technology and Space attracts many visitors.
🏰 Historical Sites Old Synagogue and the city's archaeological sites.
🕍 Religious Sites The Great Synagogue on Herzl Street.
🎉 Annual Events Petah Tikva's annual street art festival in April.
🎨 Cultural Districts Art streets showing local artists and crafts.
🎭 Theater Venues The Petah Tikva Theater offers various performances.
🛍️ Local Markets Petah Tikva's Old Market with local produce and goods.
🎼 Music Scene Live music at bars like HaBura.
🎨 Street Art Various murals throughout the city.
🧑‍🍳 Cooking Classes Culinary workshops held by local chefs.
👩‍🎨 Art Galleries Local galleries feature contemporary artists.
🕰️ Historic Buildings The former Textile Factory, a heritage site.
🏴 Local Heritage Cultural symbols reflecting the city's origins.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

🌅 Nearby Nature Escapes Yarkon Park offers recreational activities.
🏞️ National Parks Nearby Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, approximately 2 hours away.
🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths Paths along the Yarkon River for cycling and walking.
🌄 Scenic Viewpoints Panorama from Kiryat Ono Hill overlooking the city.
🦉 Birdwatching Locations Parc Yarkon is ideal for birdwatching.
🔥 Bonfire-Friendly Spots Designated picnic areas in Yarkon Park.

Other Services and Amenities

📦 Parcel Delivery Service DHL offices available in central locations.
🛠️ Tech Repair Services Various shops offer electronics repair services.
🏓 Table Tennis Spots Gymnasiums in the local schools have ping pong tables.
🧑‍🏫 Language Classes Private language schools offer Hebrew courses.
📚 Libraries & Study Spots Petah Tikva Public Library is suitable for studying.
🏘️ Community Centers Various cultural community centers across the city.
🕹️ Gaming Lounges Gaming cafes are available in the commercial centers.
🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls No casinos, but gaming halls are available.

Business

🏢 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. ₪29,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = ₪1,160,000)
🏢 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. ₪23,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = ₪920,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. ₪28,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = ₪1,680,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. ₪22,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = ₪1,320,000)
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. ₪27,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = ₪2,160,000)
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. ₪21,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = ₪1,680,000)
💼 Corporate Tax 23%.
💵 Dividend Withholding Tax 30%.
🏦 Tax System Residents are taxed on worldwide income.
📈 Highest Income Tax Bracket 50%.
🧾 VAT 17%.
🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, strict rules apply.
🏠 Property Tax Based on the assessed value of the property.
🏠 Property Transaction Tax Tax for property purchases varies from 0% up to 10%.