Ashkelon – The Sea, History, and Serenity

Ashkelon is a southern coastal gem that beautifully combines nature, history, and an open sea stretching to the horizon. If you’re looking for a Friday morning trip with gentle sunshine, the scent of the sea, and a relaxed atmosphere – Ashkelon is the perfect place to start your weekend and finish with wine tasting at Granada Winery 🍷

🗺️ Convenient distances:

• Granada Winery (Gan HaDarom): about 25 minutes drive

• From Tel Aviv: about 50 minutes drive

• From Be’er Sheva: about 45 minutes drive
  

🏛️ Ashkelon National Park – A Journey Through Time by the Sea

One of Israel’s most impressive sites, Ashkelon National Park combines archaeology, nature, and the sea. Here you’ll find ancient Philistine walls, a striking 3,500-year-old Canaanite gate, and open areas perfect for walking with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean.

Walking along the cliffs in the early morning is an experience of light, wind, and pure beauty. The park entrance offers convenient parking, restrooms, and a small coffee stand – perfect for a calm Friday morning start.

🌊 Ashkelon Promenade and Delila Beach

After visiting the national park, continue along the Ashkelon promenade, stretching along the coastline with a pleasant walking path, cafes, lawns, and sea viewpoints. Nearby Delila Beach is one of the country’s most beautiful beaches, with soft sand, clear waters, and a particularly peaceful atmosphere on Friday mornings.

Stop for coffee along the promenade, listen to the waves, and let the day begin at a different pace.

🕍 Ashkelon Marina – Relaxation and Tasting

At the southern end of the city lies Ashkelon Marina, with fishing boats, cafes, and seafood restaurants (for those who eat fish – otherwise enjoy a sweet dessert or a glass of wine 🍷). A short stroll in the marina is pleasant – the scent of the sea, a light breeze, and a sense of freedom.

🕓 Recommended Friday Morning Itinerary in Ashkelon

08:30 – Walk in Ashkelon National Park10:00 – Stroll along the Ashkelon promenade and visit Delila Beach11:00 – Coffee stop at the marina11:30 – Continue to Granada Winery 🍷

A morning of sunshine, sea, and history – the perfect combination before a relaxed and healthy weekend.

🍷 A Moment of Inspiration from Granada Winery

“The sea of Ashkelon reminds us that every wave begins with a single drop – just like the pomegranate, which holds a whole world within its shell. Nature at its finest – simple, deep, and full of life.”

📍 Distances:

• Granada Winery: about 25 minutes

• From Tel Aviv: about 50 minutes

• From Be’er Sheva: about 45 minutes
  

🕰 Recommended duration: 3–4 hours 🅿️ Parking: Available at the national park entrance, along the promenade, and at the marina 🥾 Suitable for: Couples, families, sea lovers, history enthusiasts, and nature lovers