Mikvahs Worldwide — Women's, Men's & Keilim Mikvahs

goKosher lists over 1,100 mikvahs worldwide — women's mikvahs, men's mikvahs and keilim mikvahs — with addresses, hours, appointment details and contact information for travellers. Filter by city or country to find a mikvah near your destination and contact the balanit or attendant directly to confirm access.

Listings updated: 22 July 2026

goKosher's global mikvah directory helps Jewish travelers locate a mikvah wherever they go — women's mikvahs, men's mikvahs and keilim mikvahs, with contact details, hours and appointment guidance where available. Search by city or country to see the mikvahs closest to your destination, then contact the balanit or attendant directly to confirm access. Coverage spans the major Jewish centers of the United States, Israel, the United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Australia, Latin America and beyond, plus smaller communities in Asia, Africa and the emerging destinations of the Gulf. Every listing is curated by the goKosher team so travelers can plan with confidence.

How to find a mikvah near you

Enter a city, region or country in the search bar and goKosher will surface the mikvahs nearby. Each listing shows the mikvah type (women's, men's or keilim), address, phone and — where provided — hours, appointment procedure and website. For travelers we strongly recommend contacting the mikvah directly before you arrive: hours change with the seasons, with local Shabbat times and with community customs, and many smaller-city mikvahs operate strictly by appointment. In some destinations the only mikvah is at the local Chabad House; in others, a large community mikvah runs multiple preparation rooms nightly.

Women's mikvah, men's mikvah and keilim mikvah

A women's mikvah is typically staffed by a mikvah lady (balanit) and operates by appointment in the evenings after nightfall. Larger communities may run more than one location, with preparation rooms of varying styles and price levels. Most communities ask visitors to call or WhatsApp ahead — especially in smaller cities where hours may be limited or fully by request. A men's mikvah is generally open in the mornings before Shacharit, before Shabbat and Yom Tov, and often on erev chag; many are attached to a shul, Chabad house or community center, sometimes with a modest fee. A keilim mikvah is a dedicated pool for immersing new dishes, cutlery and cookware — usually adjacent to the community mikvah or in a separate building, and typically self-service during posted hours.

Appointments, timing and Shabbat access

For women's mikvahs, evening appointments are the norm. Reserve in advance where possible — the balanit will confirm the earliest tevilah time based on local nightfall and share preparation instructions. Larger community mikvahs run walk-in windows on quieter nights; smaller communities operate strictly by appointment. Travelers arriving on a Friday, on erev Yom Tov or late in the day should call earlier in the day rather than assume standard hours apply. On Shabbat and Yom Tov, women's mikvah access is normally pre-arranged with the balanit, while men's mikvahs commonly open early Shabbat morning and before candle-lighting on Friday. Use goKosher's Shabbat times page to confirm local zmanim before you plan.

Planning a full Shabbat: mikvah, shul, meals and a walking-distance stay

A full Shabbat away needs the pieces to line up: a mikvah for erev Shabbat or erev chag, a shul, kosher food and somewhere to sleep within walking distance of all of them. Start with the mikvah and shul, then check goKosher's listings for nearby kosher restaurants, kosher hotels and kosher-friendly vacation rentals. In cities like Miami Beach, Golders Green, the Marais and 17th arrondissement of Paris, Antwerp's Jewish Quarter, Manhattan's Upper West Side, Jerusalem's Rechavia or Katamon, the mikvah, shul and kosher infrastructure often sit within a few walkable blocks. If your destination has no dedicated mikvah, the local Chabad House is the first phone call — emissaries in more than 100 countries help travelers arrange mikvah access and Shabbat hospitality, usually at no cost.

Add or update a mikvah

All mikvah listings on goKosher are curated by our team and updated on a rolling basis. Rabbanim, rebbetzins, mikvah attendants and community members can add or update a mikvah listing for free to help travelers find your community. If you spot outdated information — a changed appointment number, new hours, a moved location — please let us know so the directory stays reliable for the next Jewish traveler passing through.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an appointment to use a women's mikvah?

In most communities, yes — call, WhatsApp or email the mikvah in advance so the balanit can confirm your slot and share preparation guidance. Larger city mikvahs often accept walk-ins during posted hours; smaller communities operate strictly by appointment.

How do I find a keilim mikvah near me?

Search the goKosher mikvah directory by city or country. Where a community operates a keilim mikvah, it appears as a separate listing or is noted on the main community mikvah listing with hours and access instructions.

Is there a men's mikvah at my destination?

Many communities run a men's mikvah attached to a shul or Chabad house, open in the morning and before Shabbat and Yom Tov. Search the destination in the goKosher directory and check the listing for hours.

Can I use a mikvah on Shabbat or Yom Tov?

In most communities the mikvah opens before candle-lighting on erev Shabbat and erev Yom Tov, and often on Shabbat/Yom Tov morning for men. Women's mikvah access on Shabbat night is normally pre-arranged with the balanit — always call ahead.

How do I add or update a mikvah on goKosher?

Rabbanim, rebbetzins, mikvah attendants and community members can add or update a mikvah listing for free via the Join / List Your Business page. Every submission is reviewed by the goKosher team before going live.

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