Embassy of Israel in Washington, D.C., United States; address 3514 International Dr NW, 20008, Washington; phone +12023645500. Head of mission: H.E. Mr.…
Head of mission: H.E. Mr. Itai Bardov, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Also accredited to: Trinidad and Tobago
Head of mission: Ms. Anat Sultan-Dadon, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Meron Reuben, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Yinam Cohen, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Livia Link-Raviv, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Israel Bachar, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Israel, 1 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Maor Elbaz-Starinsky, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Ofir Akunis, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Israel, 1 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Yaron Sideman, Consul General (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Shlomi Kofman, Consul General (as of 2015)
Israel offers a diverse and dynamic tourism experience, appealing to a segment of American travelers. While it may not rank among the top destinations globally, it has developed unique attractions that contribute to its tourism revenue. With 33.5 million Americans traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest in visiting Israel among this group.
Israel's safety for tourists from the United States can be assessed through various indices and crime statistics. According to the Global Peace Index, Israel ranks 152nd out of 160 countries, indicating a lower level of peace compared to the U.S., which ranks 130th. In terms of murder rates, Israel has a significantly lower rate at 1.9 per 100,000 people, compared to the U.S. rate of 6.8. This trend continues with female murder rates, where Israel stands at 0.6 compared to the U.S. at 2.9. The Global Organized Crime Index provides further insights, showing that while both countries have similar scores for mafia groups (5.0 in the U.S. and 5.5 in Israel), Israel scores better in crime networks (4.0 vs. 6.5) and human smuggling (2.5 vs. 4.5). Overall, while Israel may have a lower murder rate, its ranking in the Global Peace Index suggests that tourists should remain aware of the regional security situation. Travelers are encouraged to stay informed and exercise caution, as with any international travel.