Travel advisory · SyriaGovernments advise against all travel to Syria.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice
Also named by one government: border regions (France), inland areas of the coastal zone (Italy), northeast (Italy), rural areas and city outskirts (Italy), south of the country (Italy)
| Government | Advice | Updated | Read the advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom (FCDO) | FCDO advises against all travel to Syria | – | Read the advice |
| United States (State Dept) | Do not travel to Syria for any reason | Oct 23, 2026 | Read the advice |
| Canada (Global Affairs) | Avoid all travel | – | Read the advice |
| Germany (Auswärtiges Amt) | Vor Reisen nach Syrien wird gewarnt (Reisewarnung für das ganze Land) | Oct 29, 2026 | Read the advice |
| New Zealand (SafeTravel) | Do not travel (level 4 of 4) | – | Read the advice |
| France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs) | Formellement déconseillé, ensemble du pays | – | 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.
Palmyra
Palmyra is an ancient oasis city in central Syria, known for ruins of temples, tombs and colonnaded streets in the Syrian Desert.
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Palmyra is an ancient oasis city in central Syria. Its archaeological site contains remains of temples, colonnaded streets, tombs and other large buildings. The city grew as a trading center on routes between the Roman world and parts of Asia. Travelers come to see the scale and layout of the ruins and their desert setting.
The site is best suited to travelers interested in archaeology and history. The ruins cover a large area, with much of the visit spent walking outdoors. Spring and fall are usually more comfortable for exploring this desert region than summer, when heat can make outdoor visits demanding. Allow at least half a day for the ruins, or longer if you want to explore at a slower pace. Check current travel advice and access conditions before planning a visit.
Palmyra in five
- Check Syria’s travel adviceRead your government’s current Syria advisory before making plans. Security conditions can affect whether travel to Palmyra is possible.
- Check entry rules for your passportSyria’s entry requirements depend on your nationality. Confirm the current rules with the Syrian authorities before travelling.Visas and entry
- Confirm the route to PalmyraCheck current road access and security before setting out. Do not assume a route is open or safe because it appears on a map.
- Carry Syrian poundsThe currency is the Syrian pound (SYP). Confirm how you can obtain cash and make payments before travelling.
- Arrange a safe place to stayConfirm that accommodation is open and that you can reach it safely before travelling to Palmyra.Where to stay
Things to do in Palmyra
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Need to know
- Currency
- Syrian pound (SYP)
- Entry
- Requirements depend on nationality
- Emergency
- Confirm local emergency numbers before travel
- Tipping
- Customs and payment options may vary
- Time
- UTC+3
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryCooler winter
- FebruaryCooler winter
- MarchMild spring
- AprilMild spring
- MayHot days
- JuneSummer heat
- JulySummer heat
- AugustSummer heat
- SeptemberHot days
- OctoberMild autumn
- NovemberMild autumn
- DecemberCooler winter
Right now in Palmyra
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
18
- Feels like
- 18°
- Humidity
- 72%
- Wind
- 5 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 5%
Palmyra
03:03 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today23°15°5%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 23°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 5%.
- Wed23°16°0%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 23°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Thu21°14°2%Thursday: Cloudy. High 21°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Fri19°14°30%Friday: Cloudy. High 19°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 30%.
- Sat20°13°23%Saturday: Partly cloudy. High 20°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 23%.
- Sun15°6°16%Sunday: Clear. High 15°, Low 6°. Chance of rain 16%.
- Mon15°4°4%Monday: Clear. High 15°, Low 4°. Chance of rain 4%.
Updated 01:22 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 121.9 SYP
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Before you go to Palmyra
Rules for Palmyra, checked
Palmyra FAQ
Is Palmyra safe to visit?
Check your government’s current Syria travel advice before making plans. Security conditions can affect whether travel to Palmyra is possible.
Can tourists visit Palmyra?
Do not assume a visit is possible. Check current entry rules, security advice and road access before planning travel.
How do you get to Palmyra?
Confirm current road access and security before setting out. Do not rely on a route shown on a map without checking local conditions.
What currency is used in Palmyra?
The currency is the Syrian pound (SYP). Check current payment options before travelling.
Do you need a visa for Syria?
Entry requirements depend on your nationality. Check the current rules with the Syrian authorities before travelling.