Guided Half-Day Private Beirut Historical Tour
Guided Half-Day Private Beirut Historical Tour
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.
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National Museum of Beirut
With significant excavations spanning the length and breadth of the country, Lebanon’s archaeological richness is one of its major tourist attractions.
2 hoursRoman Baths
Today, the Roman Berytus Baths reflects the ancient traditions of the site. One of the Baths is used as an artistic performance and concert space.
15 minutesMartyr's Square
Martyrs' Square is a square in the heart of downtown Beirut historically known as "Al Burj" or "Place des Cannons". It is named after the 6 May 1916 executions by the Ottomans of some Lebanese nationalists ordered by Jamal Pasha during World War I.
15 minutesMohammad Al-Amin Mosque
The Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque contains multiple domes. All of the domes of the mosque are made from light blue tiles. The mosque also has multiple arches, which are couple stories high.
10 minutesAl-Omari Mosque
The Al-Omari Grand Mosque was built in the age of Omar Bin El Khattab in 635 AD and then converted to Church of Saint John by the crusaders in the 12th century, it was retransformed into the city's Grand Mosque by the Mamluks in 1291. Damaged during the Civil War, the mosque's refurbishment was completed in 2004.
10 minutesGreek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint George
The first Christian temple ever built in the very location goes back to the mid sixth century AD and it’s closely associated with Beirut’s famous Law School.
10 minutesPlace de l'Etoile
Nejme Square, or Place de l'Étoile, is the central square in the Downtown area. It is home to the Lebanese Parliament and its complementary buildings, two cathedrals, a museum, and several cafes and restaurants. Most notable for it’s 1930 four four-faced Rolex clock and for its architecture, the square has become a recognizable icon of Beirut City worldwide.
15 minutesBeirut Souks
Beirut Souks is the largest and most diverse shopping and leisure area in Beirut.
15 minutesZaitunay Bay
“Beirut's finest leisure destination” as described in its official website, Zaitunay Bay is a new waterfront promenade with shops and restaurants.
10 minutesCorniche Beirut
Stretching from the Ramlet al Bayda area to the Saint George marina, Al Manara Corniche is the most renowned seaside promenade in Beirut. Lined with palm trees, it offers a great view of the Mediterranean Sea, as well as some of the country's best assets, namely the famous Pigeon Rock, and the summits of Mount Lebanon on the eastern side.
Pigeon Rocks in Raouche
The pigeon rock is a stunning set of rocks and a Popular tourist destination known for its iconic rock formations in picturesque seaside surrounds, welcome you to the city of Beirut. Pigeons’ Rock (also known as the Rock of Raouché) is located at Beirut’s western-most tip, the two huge rock formations stand like gigantic sentinels to the city.
15 minutesOld Holiday Inn
This hotel remains untouched, abandoned, empty, decades after the war, and remains a reminder to the Lebanese population about the horrors of war.
Included
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Comfortable Private Transportation
- Professional Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.