Fodor's Expert Review Ashdod Yam Park

Located near the shoreline, Ashdod Yam Park is a pleasant 20-hectare space that's perfect if you're visiting with kids in tow. There's a good playground with shade, biblically-themed sculptures, basketball courts with hoops at different heights, plenty of nearby cafes and restaurants, and a large man-made lake with paddleboats for getting out onto the water. Visit in the evening and catch the Dancing Fountains show, a fun water and light show that happens six nights a week (Sunday through Thursday at 6:30 pm, 8:30 pm, 10:15 pm and Saturday night at 8:30 pm and 10:15 pm).