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RomevsTel Aviv

Both Rome and Tel Aviv are incredible destinations. Rome excels in ancient history and Italian cuisine, while Tel Aviv stands out for beaches and nightlife.

Best for:nightlife · Tel Avivbeaches · Tel Avivart lovers · Rome

At a glance

RomeTel Aviv
Daily budget (mid-range)€197€233
Hotel per night (mid-range)€140€170
Best monthsApr, May, OctMar, Apr, Nov
Summer / winter30°C / 10°C30°C / 18°C
LanguageItalianHebrew
CurrencyEuro (€)Israeli Shekel (ILS)

How they compare

  • Culture & History
    RomeTel Aviv
  • Food & Dining
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  • Nightlife
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Top tours and experiences in Rome

The tours and tickets travellers book most, with ratings and reviews from Viator.

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

4.542,000 reviews3h
Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

4.625,913 reviews1h 30m
Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

4.615,662 reviews3h
Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour

Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour

4.611,448 reviews2h 30m
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Top tours and experiences in Tel Aviv

The tours and tickets travellers book most, with ratings and reviews from Viator.

Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv

Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv

4.41,047 reviews12h
Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

4.3737 reviews10h
Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv

Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv

4.3557 reviews10h
Caesarea, Rosh Hanikra and Acre Day Trip from Tel Aviv

Caesarea, Rosh Hanikra and Acre Day Trip from Tel Aviv

4.4409 reviews10h
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Is Rome or Tel Aviv cheaper?

For a mid-range traveller, Rome is about 15% cheaper per day than Tel Aviv.

Mid-rangeRomeTel Aviv
Accommodation (per night)€140€170
Food and drinks (per day)€35€38
Sightseeing and activities (per day)€22€25
Total per day€197€233

Estimates exclude flights and long-distance transport.

Rome or Tel Aviv: weather by month

Average daily highs and lows and monthly rainfall, from weather-station records.

MonthRomeTel Aviv
January
13°C / 4°C74 mmFair
19°C / 8°C121 mmFair
February
14°C / 4°C68 mmFair
20°C / 9°C85 mmFair
March
16°C / 6°C77 mmFair
22°C / 11°C30 mmGreat
April
20°C / 9°C49 mmGood
25°C / 13°C23 mmGreat
May
24°C / 13°C72 mmGreat
28°C / 17°C4 mmGood
June
29°C / 17°C37 mmGood
31°C / 21°C1 mmGood
July
32°C / 20°C17 mmHot
32°C / 23°C0 mmHot
August
32°C / 20°C16 mmHot
33°C / 24°C0 mmHot
September
28°C / 17°C59 mmGood
32°C / 22°C2 mmHot
October
23°C / 12°C56 mmGreat
30°C / 18°C21 mmGood
November
18°C / 8°C106 mmFair
26°C / 14°C77 mmGreat
December
13°C / 5°C103 mmFair
21°C / 10°C118 mmGreat
GreatGoodHotColdWetFair
Rome · Best months: April, May, and October
Tel Aviv · Best months: March, April, and November
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Top Attractions in Rome

  • 1Colosseum
  • 2Vatican City
  • 3Trevi Fountain
  • 4Roman Forum
  • 5Pantheon
  • 6Spanish Steps

Top Attractions in Tel Aviv

  • 1Old Jaffa
  • 2Tel Aviv Beach
  • 3Carmel Market
  • 4White City (Bauhaus)
  • 5Neve Tzedek
  • 6Rothschild Boulevard

Rome is Popular With

history buffs
couples
food lovers
art enthusiasts

Tel Aviv is Popular With

beach lovers
nightlife seekers
foodies
LGBTQ+ travelers

Hidden Gems

Discover lesser-known attractions in each city

Hidden Gems in Rome

  • 1

    Aventine Keyhole (Buco della Serratura)

    A keyhole in the door of the Knights of Malta priory that perfectly frames St.

  • 2

    Centrale Montemartini

    Ancient Roman sculptures displayed among the machinery of Rome's first power plant—a stunning contrast of industrial and classical.

Hidden Gems in Tel Aviv

  • 1

    HaTachana (The Old Railway Station)

    A beautifully restored 19th-century Ottoman railway station complex in Neve Tzedek, now a chic open-air shopping and dining precinct.

  • 2

    Beit Bialik

    The restored home of Israel's national poet, Chaim Nachman Bialik, now a small museum dedicated to his life and work.

Neighborhoods to Explore

Discover the best areas to visit in each city

Top Areas in Rome

  • Trastevere

    Rome's most romantic neighborhood winds through cobblestone alleys, past ivy-covered trattorias, and around intimate piazzas.

  • Centro Storico

    The historic heart where ancient temples, Renaissance palaces, and Baroque churches compete for attention.

Top Areas in Tel Aviv

  • Neve Tzedek

    Tel Aviv's first Jewish neighborhood outside Jaffa, now a beautifully preserved village-like enclave of narrow lanes and restored low-rise houses.

  • Florentin

    The gritty, creative soul of Tel Aviv.

Budget Comparison

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Budget in Rome

Daily Budget€120-180
Cost Level
budget

Budget in Tel Aviv

Daily Budget€150-250 / $165-275 for mid-range (3-star hotel, restaurant meals, some taxis, attractions)
Cost Level
budget

Where to stay in Rome

Hotels close to the centre of Rome, from budget to luxury. Prices are typical nightly rates at our last check.

Hotel PatriaMid-range

Hotel Patria

0.1 km from the centre

€68 / night

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Hotel ElideMid-range

Hotel Elide

0.2 km from the centre

€75 / night

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Dharma Style Hotel & SpaUpscale

Dharma Style Hotel & Spa

0.2 km from the centre

€109 / night

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Dharma Luxury HotelUpscale

Dharma Luxury Hotel

0.2 km from the centre

€135 / night

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