Things to do in Beirut, Lebanon: The Best City Tours

July 5, 2021 Veronika Gaddis

Often called "Paris of the Middle East", Beirut is a thriving hotspot for shopping, socializing and sightseeing, despite many wars and unrest. The city has been rebuilt several times, with modern architecture sharing space with Ottoman and colonial French buildings. Bustling streets such as Hamra and Ashrafieh provide hopping nightlife while the National Museum and the Gibran Museum give visitors a taste of the city's history. The Corniche is the place for activities like jogging and biking.
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1. Beirut City Tour - Beiteddine - Deir Al Qamar

KURBAN TOURS SAL
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Discovering the National Museum in Beirut Beirut Down Town Raouche Area The Shouf Area Beiteddine Palace Place of Deir Al Qamar

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, GUIDE , ENTRANCE FEES

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2. PRIVATE Minivan & Driver (up to 9 passengers)

Dave Lebanon D.M.C
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(Up to 9 Passengers) Ride with our fully licensed and insured professional knowledgeable and friendly chauffeurs for the first and last miles of your journey in modern, clean and sanitized vehicles. There are no hidden surprises. Your affordable, all-inclusive rate covers all taxes, tolls, fuel and parking fees.. Vehicle type: Hyundai H1 or similar.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: All food and beverages, Tour guide

Reviewed By paulkath2015

If your in need of a very professional and knowledgeable tour guide or just a driver then look no further than Dave Lebanon. Dave is punctual, courteous and above all good company from collecting you at the airport to a days tour around historical site of Lebanon

3. Private Beirut City Tour

Beirut, Lebanon Zingy Ride
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Be enchanted by the capital of modern Lebanon, the country’s cultural and commercial center. On this guided tour of Beirut, see the city’s top attractions while discovering how Beirut was built on a rocky headland, and has risen and fallen over the centuries

Inclusions: Entrance Fee, Guide, Pickup From Your Hotel & Return, Air-conditioned vehicle, Boat Ride at Rouche, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratitude, Personal Expenses

Reviewed By nuzzomo123

I thoroughly enjoyed the cooking classes I had with Robin. They were a lockdown birthday present from my Husband. Fantastic gift idea! Robin was very kind, pleasant, and extremely flexible! I am pregnant and cannot stay on my feet for very long. Robin was kind enough to split the cooking class in two separate lessons. The food was excellent and my husband and I had a lot of fun learning about Lebanon and the country's culinary delights! I highly recommend this experience!

4. Private Historical Tour in Beirut City

Beirut Daily Tours
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View Beirut’s iconic highlights on this 5 hour tour with an informative guide. Travel around the sites in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Stop to visit the must-sees sites including the martyr square, place L'etoile, the corniche, The roman baths, Mosques, Churches, the pigeon rock, The National Museum and much more, as your guide recounts the events of the city’s recent and old history. this tour is perfect for first-time visitors.

Inclusions: Comfortable Private Transportation, Hotel Pickup and Drop Off, English speaking driver , Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional Guide

Exclusions: Meals, Gratuities, Entrance fees to the National Museum

Reviewed By sarabV5676IT

We had great time on this trip. We got to see Beautiful villages and mountains. The tour guide was great as well. She was friendly, informative and funny. Highly recommend this tour.

5. Half-Day Private Beirut Historical Tour

Lebanon Tours and Travels - Day Tours
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First-time visitors to Beirut who want to experience some of the city's highlights will love this comprehensive tour. Your guide will introduce you to the highlights in the city center that include mosques, churches, Place de l'etoile, Martyr's Square; etc. You will visit as well the National Museum, the Corniche and the pigeon rock. You'll see and do a lot in a short time, and get a good overview of the history and culture of Lebanon.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick up & Drop off, Comfortable Private Transportation, English Speaking Professional Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, All entrance fees

Exclusions: Lunch , Gratuities

Reviewed By alister20

I recently visited Baalbek, Qadisha Valley, Sidon, Tyre, Chouf Mountains, Byblos, Batroun, Tripoli and enjoyed the tours organized by Lebanon Tours and Travels. The day tours are well designed to include essential sites, lunch with local flavors, and some with local guides. My driver/guide Albert is professional and friendly who has made the trip a memorable experience. The tour company is also helpful on many requests including taking you to a PCR test if needed. Lebanon is a beautiful country with amazing history and culture, and this tour company is highly recommended if you get to visit.

6. Full-Day Private Trip to Tripoli from Beirut

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Get a feel for the scenery and history of the historical city without the need to rent a car on this day trip from Beirut. Accompanied by a driver, Visit the coastal city of Tripoli and explore its highlights, such as the crusader castle, the old souk, the seaside and much more, hearing commentary about each along the way. Learn about the history of the city and have some ample free time.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick up & Drop off, Comfortable Private Transportation, English Speaking Driver , Air-conditioned vehicle, All entrance fees

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By alister20

I recently visited Baalbek, Qadisha Valley, Sidon, Tyre, Chouf Mountains, Byblos, Batroun, Tripoli and enjoyed the tours organized by Lebanon Tours and Travels. The day tours are well designed to include essential sites, lunch with local flavors, and some with local guides. My driver/guide Albert is professional and friendly who has made the trip a memorable experience. The tour company is also helpful on many requests including taking you to a PCR test if needed. Lebanon is a beautiful country with amazing history and culture, and this tour company is highly recommended if you get to visit.

7. Beirut Small Group Historical Tour

Beirut Daily Tours
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Tour the Lebanon's capital in style on this 3-hour tour of Beirut city. Explore the touristic sites with an expert guide .Spin through bustling squares like Martyrs' square and Nejmeh square. Along the way, pass by famous landmarks including Pigeon Rocks, the Holiday inn and much more. Discover the civilizations that Lebanon passed through from their remains in the National Museum.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Entrance fees , Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By sarabV5676IT

We had great time on this trip. We got to see Beautiful villages and mountains. The tour guide was great as well. She was friendly, informative and funny. Highly recommend this tour.

8. City Sightseeing Beirut Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Beirut is well known for its fantastic blend of natural beauty and vibrant culture. On this unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour, you’ll be able to explore everything that this historic city has to offer in your own time, passing by landmarks such as Martyr's Square, Raouche Rock, the National Museum, the Roman Baths, Cathedral of St Elias and much more! This sightseeing adventure provides stunning panoramic views from the open-top deck, as well as offering fascinating insights via the multilingual tour commentary.

Inclusions: 24 or 48 hour bus ticket, Entry to National Museum

Exclusions: Gratuities , Food & Drink, Entry to attractions unless specified

Reviewed By edubphotos

What can I say about this tour? This was one of the most "AMAZING" tours that I have been on in a long time. Relax with a designated driver at the wheel as you check off two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one delicious wine tasting on this action-packed tour. Immerse in the Bekaa Valley’s rich history as you explore the Roman ruins of Baalbek and the 8th-century Islamic city of Anjar with local experts. After a restaurant lunch, discover the Chateau Ksara winery and savor Lebanese wines.

9. Anjar, Baalbek, and Ksara Day Trip from Beirut

Nakhal & Cie, Beirut, Lebanon Nakhal Sightseeing Tours - Day Tours
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Take a full-day trip to the amazing cities of Anjar, Baalbek and Ksara, and immerse yourself in a captivating world of Lebanese history. The cities of Baalbek and Anjar are famous mainly for their superb, excellently preserved ancient sites, such as Heliopolis and the Umayyad Ruins. Explore these eastern Lebanon cities with an expert guide and discover the Ksara Caves, home to Chateau Ksara -- one of Lebanon’s oldest and most famous wineries.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off is included if the guests are staying in Hotels only located within Beirut City (not Hostels, airbnb, or private apartment)

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Reviewed By seyyahcime

Places are amazing to see. However, English pronounciation of the tour guide was very poor, the sound system in tbe vehicle was also very bad. It was hard to hear and understand the information conveyed. Plus, all tour was very information-dense. It should be more interaction-based.

10. Historical Beirut Walking Tour

Nakhal & Cie, Beirut, Lebanon Nakhal Sightseeing Tours - Day Tours
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Be enchanted by the capital of modern Lebanon, the country’s cultural and commercial center. On your half-day guided tour of Beirut, see the city’s top attractions while discovering how Beirut was built on a rocky headland, and has risen and fallen over the centuries. See the Martyrs’ Statue, the Nejmeh Square in downtown Beirut and the Beirut National Museum. With your guide, you'll step back to the time of 15 BC, when Beirut was a significant port and cultural center.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/professional guide, Pickup and drop-off is included if the guests are staying in Hotels only located within Beirut City (not Hostels, airbnb, or private apartment)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By WeakKneeTraveler

Booked 3 different day tours with Nakhal including tours to Baalbek, Byblos, etc. All tours were excellent and well organised including the hotel pick and drop off. Booking via email was also smooth with prompt responses. Prices were reasonable too. Recommended.

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