Vyacheslav Argenberg / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)Beirut is Lebanon's capital and its cultural heart, a dense Mediterranean city that has been rebuilt many times and still moves at its own restless, sociable pace. It is a place of contrasts, where French-era buildings sit beside modern towers and bullet-marked walls, and where a morning of Phoenician and Roman…
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Watch sunset from a cliff-top spot near the Pigeon Rocks with a coffee, then walk the Corniche as the city lights come on.
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AttrazioneBeirut's signature natural landmark, two great sea arches rising off the Raouche cliffs, best seen at sunset from the clifftop promenade. Free to view; clifftop cafes charge a premium for the view, and small boats sometimes offer a closer look.
EsperienzaA long seaside promenade running along the Mediterranean, lined with palm trees, anglers and families out walking, especially at dusk. Free and open all day; a relaxed way to feel the city's rhythm and reach the Pigeon Rocks on foot.
AttrazioneLebanon's main archaeology museum, with Phoenician sarcophagi, Roman mosaics and finds spanning prehistory to the Ottoman era. A modest ticket applies; compact enough to enjoy in a couple of hours.
AttrazioneThe landmark blue-domed Ottoman-style mosque on Martyrs' Square in downtown, standing beside a cathedral as a symbol of the city. Free to enter outside prayer times; dress modestly and women should cover their hair.
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Dishmyahya / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)Lebanon's everyday flatbread breakfast, baked to order and most often topped with za'atar and olive oil, or with cheese or minced meat. Beirutis queue at the neighbourhood furn (bakery) each morning for one fresh off the oven, folded and eaten on the go.
Order the za'atar version with a side of fresh vegetables and mint, and eat it hot while the bread is still soft.
Dish122589423KM / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)Considered Lebanon's national dish, kibbeh comes in many forms; the raw version, kibbeh nayyeh, is finely minced fresh lamb or beef pounded with bulgur, onion and spices and served with olive oil and mint. Fried and baked versions are common too, and it is a centerpiece of a traditional table.
Eat the raw kibbeh only at a busy, reputable restaurant where turnover is high, scooped up with flatbread and raw onion.
Dishcyclonebill / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)A bright, herb-heavy salad that is far greener than versions abroad, built mostly from finely chopped parsley and mint with tomato, a little soaked bulgur, lemon juice and olive oil. It is a fixture of any Lebanese mezze spread and a point of national pride.
Scoop it with a leaf of romaine or cabbage as locals do, rather than eating it with a fork alone.
DishBeyrouthhh / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)A smooth purée of chickpeas, tahini, lemon and garlic, served drizzled with olive oil and eaten with warm flatbread. A staple of the mezze table, it is far creamier and more delicate at a good Beirut restaurant than most versions found abroad.
Try it as part of a mezze rather than alone, and mop it up with fresh bread instead of a spoon.
SweetRain7105 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)A warm dessert of soft, stretchy melted cheese under a crisp semolina or shredded-pastry crust, soaked in orange-blossom syrup. In Lebanon it is famously eaten for breakfast, tucked into a sesame ka'ak bread roll and served with tea.
Have it fresh and hot in the morning, in a ka'ak, for the authentic Lebanese breakfast experience.
SweetChitrapa / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Layers of thin filo pastry with chopped nuts, usually pistachios or walnuts, baked crisp and soaked in sugar or orange-blossom syrup. Lebanese sweet shops sell it in an array of small shapes and it is a classic gift to bring home.
Buy a mixed box by weight from a well-known pastry shop to try several shapes and nut fillings.
DrinkBapak Alex / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)Lebanon's national spirit, a strong clear anise-flavoured drink distilled from grapes, traditionally served diluted with water and ice, which turn it a milky white. It is sipped slowly alongside a long mezze meal rather than drunk quickly.
Add the water first, then the ice, never ice straight into neat arak, and drink it with food over a leisurely meal.
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Come funziona: As you leave arrivals at Beirut airport, drivers approach and quote inflated fares, sometimes fifty to seventy dollars for a short ride into the city, occasionally with a fake meter.
Come evitarla: Use the official taxi counter inside the terminal or a ride-hailing app, and agree the price before you get in. Know that central Beirut should cost roughly the standard airport rate, not double or triple it.
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Licensed taxis from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport reach the centre in around 25 minutes. Book at the official desk and agree the fixed fare in dollars rather than accepting a tout's quote.
App-based cars can be cheaper than an airport taxi and give a fixed price with no haggling. Check the pickup point, as apps sometimes meet you just outside the arrivals area.
Many hotels and guesthouses arrange an airport pickup for a set price. The easiest option late at night or on a first visit, with a named driver waiting for you.
The cheapest way around the city, following loose routes and shared with other passengers. Say 'service' and your destination first so you are charged the shared, not private, fare.
The most predictable option for visitors, with a fixed price shown in advance. Handy across town and at night, avoiding the guesswork of unmetered street taxis.
Public and privately run buses and minivans cover set routes very cheaply, but signage is limited and mostly in Arabic. Useful for the confident traveller but not the simplest for a short visit.
Central Beirut and the seafront Corniche are walkable and best enjoyed on foot, though hills, traffic and uneven pavements mean comfortable shoes and some care crossing roads.
Late spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) offer warm, dry weather ideal for the Corniche and outdoor dining. Summer is hot and humid with a busy social season, while winter is mild but wet, with rain and occasional cold snaps and snow on the nearby mountains.
Two to three days covers the museum, downtown, the Corniche and Pigeon Rocks, and an evening or two in Gemmayzeh and Mar Mikhael. Add more time to day-trip to Byblos, Jeita Grotto or the mountains.
Central Beirut is generally calm for visitors, but Lebanon has periods of regional tension and the situation can change. Check your government's current travel advice before and during your trip, avoid protests and the southern border area, and follow local news.
Both, but fresh US dollars in small notes are widely used and often preferred, with most prices quoted in dollars. Carry cash, as card acceptance is patchy and power cuts can take card machines offline; confirm the currency of each price.
A ride-hailing app is the most predictable and avoids fare disputes. Shared 'service' taxis are cheapest if you state 'service' and your destination first, and central Beirut and the Corniche are walkable.
Many people in Beirut speak English and French alongside Arabic, especially in hospitality, so you can get by easily. A few Arabic or French greetings are appreciated and help in markets and with older taxi drivers.