Timeline
16:16
The small shopping center at the Ben-Gurion College
Grab a coffee or a slice of pizza at the small shopping center near the college. It is the only bar and dining spot in the area, so it is a good place to settle in before heading out.
16:36
Tomb of David and Paula Ben-Gurion
Walk to the Tomb of David and Paula Ben-Gurion. The park is open 24/7 and free. Stroll through the green space among the trees and keep an eye out for the ibexes wandering the edges. Find a spot near the ridge facing WSW.
17:01
Tomb of David and Paula Ben-Gurion
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, offering a clear view across the Zin valley. The golden light begins at 16:25, so the sky will be changing colors as the sun dips below the horizon.
17:21
Walk five minutes WNW to En Avedat National Park. It is a short, easy walk from the tomb. The park offers a quiet space to continue watching the light fade over the desert landscape.
Local tip
The shopping center is open Sun-Thu during daytime and Fri until noon. If you are visiting on a Friday, plan to eat before noon or bring snacks.
Check before you go
- The tomb is open 24/7.
- The shopping center closes early on Fridays.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Sde Boker (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).