Overview
Rehovot is an academic city with a population of 138,000, home to the Weizmann Institute of Science, one of the world's premier research institutions, and the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment of The Hebrew University. Founded in 1890 as one of the first modern Zionist settlements, it offers a blend of scientific attractions, historic sites from the early Zionist period, and connection to Israel's citrus heritage when Jaffa oranges were a major export.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Leonardo Boutique Rehovot is the main hotel option, with phone +972 8 9192800. Vital's house provides an alternative for budget travelers.
Culture
Rehovot was founded in 1890 as one of the first modern Zionist settlements. The old city center around Herzl and Binyamin streets has historic significance.
Food
The northern industrial park has diverse restaurants from steakhouse to Italian. Herzl Street offers casual falafel, pizza, and schwarma. The shopping mall has fast food chains.
Transport
Rehovot has a train station with connections to Tel Aviv and other major cities. Egged operates 12 internal bus lines but some are infrequent. The city is walkable for most destinations.