The 14 Best Day Trips from Gaza

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 14 good day trips from Gaza, Palestinian Territory, led by Amman, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv. The closest is Ashdod, about 45 min by car, and 2 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 14 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Gaza

  1. 1

    Amman, Jordan

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car149 km east of Gaza

    Known for Fulbright Commission.

  2. 2

    Jerusalem, Israel

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car77 km north-east of Gaza

    Known for שער האשפות.

  3. 3

    Tel Aviv, Israel

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car71 km north-east of Gaza
  4. 4

    East Jerusalem, Palestinian Territory

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car79 km north-east of Gaza
  5. 5

    West Jerusalem, Israel

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car78 km north-east of Gaza
  6. 6

    Rishon LeTsiyyon, Israel

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car60 km north-east of Gaza
  7. 7

    Petaẖ Tiqva, Israel

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car76 km north-east of Gaza
  8. 8

    Ḩayy Khildā, Jordan

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 10 min by car141 km north-east of Gaza
  9. 9

    Netanya, Israel

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car100 km north of Gaza
  10. 10

    Ashdod, Israel

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car37 km north-east of Gaza
  11. 11

    Bnei Brak, Israel

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car73 km north-east of Gaza
  12. 12

    Arīsh, Egypt

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car76 km south-west of Gaza
  13. 13

    H̱olon, Israel

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car64 km north-east of Gaza
  14. 14

    Beersheba, Israel

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car41 km south-east of Gaza

A sample day: Gaza to Amman

  1. 07:30Leave Gaza
  2. 09:50Arrive in Amman (2 hr 20 min drive)
  3. 10:05Fulbright Commission
  4. 12:05Lunch
  5. 13:20Explore the old town, markets and cafes of Amman
  6. 15:50Head back to Gaza
  7. 18:10Home in Gaza

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Gaza?
The best day trips from Gaza are Amman, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, East Jerusalem, West Jerusalem. The closest is Ashdod, about 45 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Gaza?
Ashdod is the closest, 37 km north-east of Gaza, roughly 45 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Gaza?
2 places are within about an hour's drive of Gaza: Ashdod (45 min), Beersheba (45 min).
What is the biggest city near Gaza for a day out?
Amman is the largest city in day-trip range, 149 km east of Gaza and about 2 hr 20 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from Gaza?
For a weekend away from Gaza, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Amman (149 km, 2 hr 20 min), Ḩayy Khildā (141 km, 2 hr 10 min), Netanya (100 km, 1 hr 35 min). Closer places on this list work better as a single day.
How far is too far for a day trip from Gaza?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Amman at 149 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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