What to do and see in Beirut, Lebanon: The Best Tours

April 14, 2022 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.
Restaurants in Beirut

1. Authentic Lebanese Meal with Tania's Family in their Home in Beirut

Beirut, Lebanon Traveling Spoon
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Join your host Tania for an authentic Lebanese meal in her welcoming home, and experience the country's culture and cuisine through a local's eyes. Tania lives in a traditional, modest home with an old world charm. She has immense knowledge about Lebanese food and ingredients and is more than happy to share it with you! After you chat with Tania and her family, your meal will be served in the dining room, which has a lovely vibe thanks to Tania’s piano! A few Lebanese dishes that you may try are stuffed vine leaves, fasolia w riz (beans with rice), mujaddara (lentils) and Lebanese meat balls in tahini sauce or yogurt. You will end your meal with Lebanese coffee, a selection of homemade jams and fresh fruits from the family garden. Please note that on days Tania is traveling, her mother and brothers, who are equally passionate about food will host you.

Inclusions: Private homecooked meal with your host Tania, Local alcohol (1-2 glasses), Non-alcoholic beverages, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Gratuities, Lunch, Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By JanaN1202

A must on your to-do list when you are in Beirut! If you look for an amazing authentic Lebanese cooking class, this is the place to go! I spent a great evening with Tanja's family and will never forget this enriching experience. You will not only learn how to cook one of the most delicious Lebanese dishes but you will also experience a lovely evening with a Lebanese family. I was welcomed like a family member and treated with so much hospitality and warm-heartedness. A million thanks to Tania and her family for this lifetime experience.

2. Small-Group Tour to Sidon, Tyre and Maghdouche with Lunch Included

Lebanon Tours and Travels - Day Tours
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See the highlights of Tyre with a guide, and gain a depth of understanding of The city that has many ancient sites, including the Tyre Hippodrome and it is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. Also known as Saida, you will visit the city of Sidon that has been inhabited since very early in prehistory and was the most powerful city-state of ancient Phoenicia. A final stop in Our Lady of Awaiting also known as Our Lady of Mantara, a Marian shrine in Maghdouché, Lebanon, believed to be the one where the Virgin Mary rested while she waited for Jesus when visiting Sidon. This tour includes admission ticket and lunch as well pickup and drop-off from your hotel.

Inclusions: Lunch at a local Lebanese restaurant, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off , Bottled water, Entrance fees, English Speaking Driver, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: 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.

3. 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

4. Baalbek - Anjar - Ksara Trip

Beirut, Lebanon Zingy Ride
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Explore temples of Baalbeck, which makes up the largest and best preserved corpus of roman architecture left around. The acropolis occupies the top of an artificial hill built up of different layers of habitation. Discover Anjar's city that was built in the early 8th century A.D. Inside the city’s strong fortifications are the remains of streets, three palaces, souks, two hammams and a Mosque. Visit Ksara, the refuge of the well known Ksara wine where thousands of the old wine bottles are preserved. A tasting of the best wines is done during the visits.

Inclusions: English / Arabic Speaking Driver, Parking Fees, Pickup From Hotel & Return, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance Fee, Guide

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!

5. Aaqoura Lakes - Baatara Waterfall - Batroun

Beirut, Lebanon Zingy Ride
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Discover Baatara Gorge Waterfall droping 255 metres (837 ft) into the Baatara Pothole.Afterwards visit Mseilha Fort built on a long, narrow limestone rock.Last Visit Batroun old souk and port, overlooking the old harbor / fishermen’s port is the Maronite Saint – Stephan Note: There's little or no water at Baatara waterfall (JUNE-OCTOBER)

Inclusions: Transportation, Hotel pick up and drop off, Guide, Entrance fees to all sites, Hike down to Baatara

Exclusions: lunch

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!

6. 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!

7. Beirut Arrival Airport Pickup

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Ensure a stress-free start of your visit in Beirut with a pre-arranged arrival transfer For Airport pick up, the driver will be there exact time of your plane arrival,you will meet and greet at the arrivals (HE WILL BE HOLDING THE SIGN OF YOUR NAME) and then a smooth ride to your address in Beirut i.e Hotel, Apartment etc.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Airport pick up, Free Waiting time 1 hour after flight arrival, Drop off anywhere in Beirut , Your Name on Sign, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Extra waiting time, Additional cost for location outside Beirut

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!

8. Beirut airport pickups drop off service from 1-4 riders same price.

Lebanon tours vip
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We offer a hassle free pressure free airport pickup and drop off service. Your driver will be waiting for you the momement you exit customs, with a welcome board and your name on it. And a smile! We will wait for you and will not charge you for it. Our price is the same whether your plane was on time or not!

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Reviewed By aman h

With only 48 hours in Lebanon and a list as long as my arm I couldn’t find anything from the larger companies so I turned to Mohamed. Mohamed answered queries quickly and promptly before I arrived, himself and his team went above and beyond and they know all the best places to eat avoiding the tourist traps. In a short time I felt that I saw a lot of Lebanon and was kept entertained throughout as a solo traveller Best of all is the price: The cheapest airport transfer Beirut to Balbeck private tour and transfer Harissa and Byblos Mohamed was helpful in dropping me off wherever I wanted after the tours had ended. His team are excellent and I look forward to returning to Lebanon with my family

9. Jeita Grotto - Byblos - Jounieh

Habibi Tours
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Our friendly local guides speak English French Spanish and Arabic Safe driving through epic sceneries from different roads not just the regular highway We offer all support needed on the road + general guiding, but not inside sights. We stop at the most known street food places or we can recommend restaurants. Our tours cover at least 250km of road travel and require at least 8 hours from departure time.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Sights entrance fees + meals fees

10. Jeita Grotto,Harissa&Byblos Full-Day PRIVATE-CAR Trip from Beirut

Lebanon Soul
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We are very interested in our customers and are keen to feel and their being in their country and explain to them about the history, geography and heritage of our country scientific explanation

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

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Reviewed By lindseyf86

Thoroughly enjoyed both days we have spent touring Lebanon! Very trustworthy guide and driver, timely, attentive, and pleasant!

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