Shopping in Eilat
Eilat is known as the
tourist and vacation city located at the southernmost point in Israel. Not only
does it offer tourist items and souvenirs, but it has imported electrical
appliances and clothing as well. Eilat's main shopping area is around the Ocean
Mall shopping center and along Eilat's Promenade.
Eilat is a good place for shopping
as all the goods are duty free because Eilat is an international tourism hub.
The Ocean Shopping Mall offers all the leading brands and shops. It is located
near the main beachfront and has the largest selection of stores. However the other less popular centres in town possess
excellent shops that offer great value at bargain prices. Most of the shopping
malls are contemporary, air-conditioned and hold outlets of Israel's chief
chain stores as well as jewelry stores, fashion boutiques, toy stores,
souvenirs, books, sports equipment and more.
Most purchases made in Eilat are
significantly less expensive since they are exempt from VAT. There are also
tax-free shops in Ben Gurion Airport and at the border crossing point at Taba. Businesses
that operate under government supervision and listed with the Ministry of
Tourism display the Ministry of Tourism logo and offer a variety of items such
as jewelry and diamonds, carpets, women’s fashions, leather goods, artwork,
ceramics, and embroidery. The stores in Eilat have a remarkable collection of
local and international brand names. Visitors can buy cosmetics, clothing and
shoes at cheaper rates.