Timeline
08:00
Grab a latte and a light breakfast at CafeNeto. It is known for the best coffee in town and offers a variety of breakfasts and salads. Being one of the few places open at 08:00 on weekdays and Sundays, it is the perfect quiet start.
08:45
Walk up to Har Gamal Viewpoint. From the cafe, it is a short 14-minute walk to the viewpoint area. This spot offers great views of the crater. The description notes it is great for sunset, but during the day it provides a stark, beautiful landscape view of the Mitzpe Ramon crater without the crowds.
09:30
End your morning at HaKhavit – Pub & Restaurant. Located just 13 minutes from the viewpoint area, this local pub offers a wide variety of foods. It is open from 10:00 on Sundays through Thursdays, making it a reliable spot for a substantial lunch after your walk.
Local tip
CafeNeto is open from 08:00 on weekdays and Sundays. HaKhavit is open from 10:00 on Sundays through Thursdays. Ensure you time your visit to Har Gamal Viewpoint between these hours for the smoothest flow.
Check before you go
- CafeNeto hours: Mo-Th, Su 08:00-23:00; Fr 08:00-18:00; Sa 09:00-23:00.
- HaKhavit hours: Sun-Thu 10:00-23:59.
Worth knowing
- CafeNeto is open at 08:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mitzpe Ramon (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).