What to do in Dead Sea

Activities, attractions and tours

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Dead Sea Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Dead Sea has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Dead Sea is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Dead Sea to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Dead Sea Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Dead Sea.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Dead Sea attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Top places to visit

1. Al-Aqsa Mosque

A long-venerated place of worship for Muslims, the Al-Aqsa Mosque is one of the important religious structures located on the Temple Mount. The site is known in Arabic as Haram esh-Sharif (the Noble Sanctuary). View the rectangular, Islamic-influenced design of the building and learn about its long and fascinating history.
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The Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem, surrounded by historic buildings and a dense urban landscape.

2. Mount of Olives

Visit the picturesque Mount of Olives and you’ll find not only an iconic feature of Jerusalem’s landscape, but an important site in Jewish and Christian scripture. It is mentioned numerous times in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is also considered holy by Muslims.
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3. Temple Mount

The Temple Mount (or Haram al-Sharif, as it is known to Muslims) is a raised area situated close to Jerusalem’s Western Wall. It is considered to be among the holiest sites in the world for Muslim and Jewish people, as well as holding great significance for Christians. Visit the Temple Mount complex to admire the iconic Dome of the Rock and to enjoy beautiful vistas of Jerusalem’s Old City.
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4. Mount Nebo

Mount Nebo is a significant religious site that overlooks the Holy Lands and southern Jordan. It is described in the Bible as the vantage point from which Moses first laid eyes on the Promised Land of Israel and is said to be the prophet’s final resting place. The summit is a popular destination for both Christians and Muslims, and for travelers with an interest in history.
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5. Amman Beach

Visiting the Dead Sea can be an expensive affair, but public Amman Beach is an attractive and affordable way to visit. The beach is long and well-maintained. With so many amenities available, you can easily spend the entire day here. Take a dip in the sea, read a book and enjoy some food at the restaurant with open-air dining.
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6. Dead Sea Panoramic Complex

The Dead Sea Panoramic Complex consists of a museum and a restaurant with stunning views of the water. Among its highlights is the cliff top viewing platform that actually stands at sea level, with the Dead Sea far below. Enjoy the spectacular vista of this exceptional basin of water, with the Judaean Mountains forming a dramatic backdrop on the horizon.
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7. Ein Gedi Nature Reserve

The beautiful Ein Gedi Nature Reserve sits on the shores of the Dead Sea like a great oasis in the heart of the Judean Desert. Follow the tree-lined streams as they disappear into steep canyons to discover the region’s surprisingly abundant flora and fauna.
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