Travel advisory · Palestinian TerritoriesJericho is in or near an area where governments advise against all travel: West Bank.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice
- Gaza Strip · avoid all travel · Germany, Spain, France, UK, US
- West Bank · avoid all travel · Germany, Spain, France, UK, US
- East Jerusalem · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, Spain, France
Also named by one government: 500m strip along the Gaza border (UK), 500m strip along the Golan Area of Separation (UK), Jenin Governorate (UK), Northern Golan Heights (UK), Sheba'a Farms and Ghajja (UK), Tubas Governorate (UK), Tulkarm Governorate (UK)
| Government | Advice | Updated | Read the advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom (FCDO) | No advice against the whole country (regional advisories) | – | Read the advice |
| United States (State Dept) | No advice against the whole country (regional advisories) | Oct 23, 2026 | Read the advice |
| Germany (Auswärtiges Amt) | No general advice against the whole country; warnings apply to Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem (regional advisories) | Oct 29, 2026 | Read the advice |
| France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs) | No advice against the whole country (regional advisories) | – | Read the advice |
Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 2, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.
Jericho
Jericho is a Palestinian city in the Jordan Valley, known for its archaeological sites and oasis setting. Plan a day to visit the main sites, or stay longer to explore at a slower pace.
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Jericho is a Palestinian city in the Jordan Valley, near the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. Its oasis setting sits within a dry region, and the city has a long history of settlement. At Tell es-Sultan, you can see the remains of an ancient settlement. Hisham’s Palace is an archaeological site known for its mosaics. Above the city, the Monastery of the Temptation is associated with the biblical story of Jesus’ temptation.
Plan a full day for Jericho’s main archaeological sites. Add time if you want a slower visit or plan to include other stops in the Palestinian Territories. Winter is a practical season for sightseeing in this hot, low-lying part of the Jordan Valley. Jericho can also fit into a longer trip through the region, but check current access conditions and transport options before setting out.
Jericho in five
- Check entry rules for your passportAccess to Jericho is through the West Bank, where entry procedures depend on your passport and route. Check current requirements before booking.Visas and entry
- Set up data before you arriveCheck whether your phone will connect on your route into the West Bank; an eSIM or local SIM can help with maps and calls.Phones and eSIM
- Carry Israeli shekelsThe Israeli new shekel (ILS) is used in Jericho. Check your card’s foreign-transaction fees before relying on it for payments.Money and costs
- Arrange your route into JerichoCheck current transport and access conditions for your route into the West Bank before setting out.Getting around
- Choose a base near your plansCompare where to stay before you book; your best base depends on how you plan to reach Jericho and nearby sites.Where to stay
Things to do in Jericho
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Need to know
- Currency
- Israeli new shekel (ILS)
- Entry
- Entry rules depend on passport and route
- Emergency
- Police 100, ambulance 101, civil defense 102
- Tipping
- Not required; appreciated for good service
- Time
- UTC+2 in winter, UTC+3 in summer
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryMild days
- FebruaryMild days
- MarchSpring warmth
- AprilWarm, dry
- MayHot, dry
- JuneVery hot
- JulyVery hot
- AugustVery hot
- SeptemberHot, dry
- OctoberWarm, dry
- NovemberMild days
- DecemberCooler days
Right now in Jericho
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
28
- Feels like
- 28°
- Humidity
- 44%
- Wind
- 4 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 0%
Jericho
10:37 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today32°22°0%Monday: Cloudy. High 32°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Tue32°21°0%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 32°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Wed30°21°0%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 30°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Thu29°20°0%Thursday: Cloudy. High 29°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri26°20°20%Friday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 20%.
- Sat26°18°5%Saturday: Partly cloudy. High 26°, Low 18°. Chance of rain 5%.
- Sun25°17°0%Sunday: Partly cloudy. High 25°, Low 17°. Chance of rain 0%.
Updated 08:07 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 3.14 ILS
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Dead Seatime varies by routeGo for the shoreline and mineral-rich water; check access and transport before setting out.
- Bethany beyond the Jordantime varies by routeVisit the baptism site east of the Jordan River; check crossing and access requirements in advance.
- Jerusalemtime varies by routeAdd the Old City and its historic religious sites if your route and access arrangements allow.
Before you go to Jericho
Rules for Jericho, checked
- Check current entry requirements for your passport and route with the relevant official authorities before travelling.Source
- Carry your passport and any documents required for your route; you may be asked to show them at checkpoints.
- Check current travel advice and access conditions for the West Bank before setting out.
Jericho FAQ
Is Jericho worth visiting?
Jericho may suit you if you are interested in archaeological sites and the West Bank’s desert landscapes. Check current access conditions before travelling.
How many days do you need in Jericho?
One day can cover a visit to Jericho and a nearby site. Allow more time if you want to explore at a slower pace or add other stops in the West Bank.
How do you get to Jericho?
Jericho is in the West Bank. Check current transport options and access conditions for your route before travelling.
What currency is used in Jericho?
The Israeli new shekel (ILS) is used in Jericho. Check your bank’s fees before using a card abroad.
Is Jericho safe to visit?
Conditions can change. Check current official travel advice for the West Bank and confirm access arrangements before you go.