Ashkelon National Park

Ashkelon National Park protects a coastal stretch and the archaeological remains of the ancient city of Ashkelon on Israel’s Mediterranean shore.

Within the park are the excavated remains of the ancient city mound (Tel Ashkelon), visible defensive works and material from Canaanite, Philistine, Roman and Byzantine periods as well as seaside areas used for swimming and recreation.

Archaeological research and public presentation are combined with visitor facilities, beaches and picnic areas, making the park a destination for both cultural heritage and seaside leisure.

The park sits adjacent to the modern city of Ashkelon on Israel’s southern coastal plain, roughly south of the Tel Aviv metropolitan area.

• Dual character: Combines coastal recreation with an extensive archaeological site spanning several millennia of habitation, making it suitable for families and history visits in a single trip.
• Location advantage: Located on Israel's southern Mediterranean coast, near the modern city of Ashkelon and within easy reach of central Israeli population centers.

What to See #

• Tel Ashkelon: An archaeological mound and excavated ruins representing the ancient city core, with walls and remains from Bronze Age through Roman and Byzantine periods.
• Coastal beaches and dunes: A stretch of the Mediterranean coastline within the park that includes sandy beaches and seaside recreation areas used by residents and visitors.
• Roman and Byzantine remains: Areas with visible remains from Roman, Byzantine and later periods, including public structures and remains of the ancient harbor and port installations.