10 Must-Have Travel Apps for Israel

1. WhatsApp

When Israelis think about phone apps Waze often comes first but I begin with WhatsApp.

Almost every Israeli communicates with others using this application. Because every Israeli knows WhatsApp they will not suggest it unless you mention you don’t use it.

Regardless of what messaging apps you use back home get WhatsApp when you travel to Israel.

WhatsApp

2. Waze

Now almost all of the next apps will be about transportation: The app shows directions to your destination plus offers parking details plus public transport choices.

Many travelers do not understand how essential transportation becomes until they arrive at their destination.

Beyond picking your destination on maps you need to consider transport options and their prices when making travel decisions.

Local Israelis use Waze to find directions. Google obtained Waze from its Israeli creators for 900 million dollars to add it to its suite of services. People love it at a national level.

I usually use Google Maps since its display looks simpler to read.

I’m also mentioning it here because it has a very useful feature that Waze doesn’t have: When you need step-by-step directions from your starting point to your destination Waze works well. Its better judgment on drive times between cities needs Google Maps to display.
Waze provides a better lookup of names when you know the business location but not its address.

You need a USB cable when renting a car since most rental vehicles have built-in USB ports to keep your phone charged while using navigation apps.

When you need carpooling services download Waze Carpool which operates as a standalone app from traditional Waze. You travel together and split the expenses.

Waze

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3. WiFi Map

Travelers can rely on WiFi maps because they provide remote connection assistance while exploring anywhere globally and keeping their data safe. You can search for the nearest WiFi hotspots near your location through the database containing over 100 million free hotspots and their respective passwords. Fetching offline maps will help you identify locations where you can link up when traveling so you avoid roaming fees. The solution is to buy a local SIM card with massive data storage to reduce your need for WiFi public spots.

4. Moovit

It becomes hard to use public transit in a foreign country when you cannot understand the language and need to figure out the transportation system.

Moovit saves us trouble when using public transportation in Israel.

First, you can easily plan your trip: The real-time information displays all transportation options including trains buses and light rail to show you how long it takes for buses to arrive.

With upgraded app features you can pay right from the app and schedule your lowest-price payments at month’s end.

Here is an example: You need to use Tel Aviv buses for three weeks while on work here so the app will help you. You can take the bus once in the morning some days then return home without it other times and ride it four times on different days. When you first start your day or your workweek you cannot predict how many bus rides you will need to take.

You can start every bus ride with Moovit by scanning its code and then enter your destination in the app. Your total pass fee after each month becomes the least amount due.

When you use transportation daily the app gives you monthly multifare access while occasional use earns you day passes.

It is a really genius idea!

There are a few things to know: The system demands riders to scan codes at each stop and to pick locations through Pango (The next app).

You need to add your credit card information ahead of time to use the service. Other apps do the same sort of thing: I like HopOnRav-pass. I think it’s more intuitive.

Every list contains two registration choices to help you succeed when one program does not work.

People in Israel need to input their ID or passport numbers frequently because these documents contain numbers only. When you do not wish to use a passport number due to letters or other reasons enter 9 zeros or ones to proceed.
Sign up for these apps in advance because trying to register at the last minute right before the bus arrives will stress you out.

Moovit

5. Pango and/or Cellopark

First I will say what I always say: Enjoy your time in Israel better by avoiding heavy driving through Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

Leave your car rentals until you depart from these cities and begin your travel to Negev and Galilee destinations. Before you park ask local people if you need to pay for your spot. Blue and white pavement markings indicate you must pay for your parking spot.

Your best option when paying for parking employs these 2 apps because you pay only the parking minutes you use and location tracking reveals nearby payment areas.

You have the choice to use our apps to pay at multiple parking locations. Moovit partners with Pango to control how passengers pay for transit services.

Pango