Learning Hebrew While Abroad
Our team will be glad to assist you in locating a Hebrew teacher. This is particularly relevant when you will have children attending school.
Below are some useful resources for learning Hebrew online.
Shipping to Israel
For information on shipping belongings to Israel, it really depends how much you have and where you are shipping from. There may be an option to ship via sea – it takes about 3 months, but is usually the cheapest method. Many people simply pay the airlines a fee to take an extra bag with them on the plane.
You can read more about Shipping to Israel on this shipping guide
Below are some links to international shipping companies – if you use one of them (or any others) we’d be glad to get your feedback for future guest use.
Shipping companies
From the Airport to Weizmann
Taxi: Order a taxi via Gett, the official operator of authorized taxis from the airport. The authorized taxi line in Terminal 3 is on the ground floor, exit 03 and in Terminal 1 at the main entrance. Make sure the driver turns on the meter as required by law. A taxi from the airport to Rehovot costs 150-200 NIS (approximately 40-55$), depending on the number of passengers and luggage items and day/night rates. Estimated travel time: 40-50 minutes
Public Transportation
The Moovit is a payment app/website and can help you plan your trip for all public transportation in Israel, showing maps, fares, schedules, and arrival times.
Train: The train station is situated at Terminal 3, ground floor. There is no direct train from the airport to Rehovot; You will need to switch trains at the Tel Aviv Hagana station. The train station in Rehovot is a 10-minute walk from the Weizmann Institute main gate. Estimated travel time: 45-55 minutes.
For schedules and fares: https://www.rail.co.il/
Bus: There are no direct buses from the airport to Rehovot; You will need to switch buses at least once. Estimated travel time: 90 minutes.
For schedules and fares: https://www.egged.co.il/HomePage.aspx
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Life on Campus
Life on Campus
The Weizmann Institute of Science is a leading international multidisciplinary research institution. The beautiful, landscaped campus is home to a wide range of sculptures, interesting and unusual vegetation from around the world, and architectural styles from the 1940s to the present. Guided campus tours (walking and motorized) are available from the recently renovated Levinson Visitors Center and include the Clore Garden of Science and Weizmann House. The Institute is home to a number of cafes, so feel free to stop for a bite to eat and enjoy a wonderful day on campus. Explore -
Rehovot City
Rehovot City
Rehovot, founded in 1890 by Polish and Yemenite immigrants, is located in the center of the country. It has a population of over 130,000 and is well known for its scientific academic institutions – the Weizmann Institute of Science and the Hebrew University Faculty of Agriculture. Located about an hour from Jerusalem by car, around 30-45 minutes from Tel Aviv by car and less by train. Immigrants from all over the world, including North America, the former Soviet Union, Yemen, Ethiopia and Morocco, make it an interesting and lively place to live. Credit to photo: Guy Shmueli, Rehovot City Explore -
Life in Israel
Life in Israel
Israel has been a magnet for travelers, merchants and pilgrims throughout history. Today, millions of visitors come to visit and experience Israel’s important historical sites, natural wonders and sporting opportunities, its dynamic business hubs and economic leaders, and its world-class academic and cultural institutions. Whether you prefer surfing, the symphony, Roman ruins or a spiritual experience, Israel has something for everyone. Explore -
Family Life
Family Life
If you are arriving with children, you will want to know what educational opportunities are available for them in Rehovot. Generally, children attend the kindergarten or elementary school in the neighborhood where you live, while older children may travel by bus to their middle or high schools. We will be glad to assist you get your children registered for the appropriate academic framework. Explore
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Michael Kern House
Located on campus with a mix of rooms for singles. Each room is furnished and 4 students of the same gender share a toilet and bathroom. In addition, all 16 students share a fully equipped kitchen (with gas) and a lounge area with a small library. There are facilities to lock bicycles.