Places to Visit
See all (33)Sanayeh Public Garden- René Moawad Garden
This green lung of the bustling city of Beirut is a popular place among the…
Gibran Khalil Gibran Garden
Named after the renowned Lebanese-American writer and artist, this garden is a vast verdant expanse…
Children’s Science Museum-Planet Discovery
Planet Discovery is a children’s science museum in Beirut Souks in the heart of Beirut.…
Beirut Balloon
Children are sure to love a ride on this helium filled balloon. This 30 passenger…
Mount Lebanon
Mount Lebanon is the name of the mountain range that bisects the country. They are…
Organized Tours
Adonis Travel and Tourism
Adonis Travel organizes visits to cultural and archaeological sites in Lebanon in half-day, full-day, or…
Tania Tours
Tania Tours operates guided tours in Beirut and within Lebanon, the cost of which includes…
Nakhal Tours
Minimum four tours per day, all of them with guaranteed departures and escorted by licensed…
WalkBeirut
This recently launched project is run by Lebanese students who know the city inside-out and…
Hotels
See all (15)Embassy Hotel
Enjoying a central location in Beirut’s bustling Hamra district, the Embassy Hotel is a family-run…
Seaside Furnished Flats Beirut
The Seaside Furnished Flats are located in the heart of Beirut along the seaside promenade…
Napoli Hotel
The 40-room Napoli Hotel is located in the heart of Beirut. You will find yourself…
Hotel Mediterranée
Hotel Mediterranée is a short distance from the city center and the heart of old…
Shopping
See all (17)Home Items and Gifts
Akiki’s Cigars Maarad Street, Downtown Tel: 961 1 995050 Between the Sheets Dunes Center, Verdun…
Souk el Barghout
A typical Middle Eastern market place, the Souk el Barghout will delight you with its…
Halal Restaurants
See all (20)Bliss House
Quick, courteous service and delicious servings make Bliss House a popular restaurant/take-away in Beirut. The…
Restaurants
See all (20)Bliss House
Quick, courteous service and delicious servings make Bliss House a popular restaurant/take-away in Beirut. The…
Festivals
See all (14)Beirut Marathon
A highly awaited event, the Beirut Marathon is well attended by athletes from the Middle…
Independence Day
Perhaps the most important day in the Lebanese list of public holidays is its Independence…
Beirut International Film Festival
The Beirut International Film Festival is organized by the Beirut Film Foundation. Lebanese cinema has…
Horse Racing
The racing facility in Beirut is officially known as Hippodrome Du Parc De Beyrouth. Each…
City Overview & History
See all (10)Visa Information
Visa requirements for Lebanon Passports: Passports valid for 6 months are required by all. Visas:…
Exchange Rates
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Beirut History
The first mention of Beirut in the history books comes from more than 3,000 years…
Transportation - Getting Around
See all (5)Driving Tips
Public transportation in Beirut is definitely lacking. The best way to get around Beirut, and…
From the Airport
Rafik Hariri International Airport is Lebanon’s main airport. It’s not too far from the city,…
Car Rental
Most major rent-a-car companies have offices in Beirut. An international driver’s license is required. Advanced…
Health & Safety
Health and Safety
Beirut is generally a safe place but to avoid any untoward incident, it always pays…