Discover Lebanon
Being in Beirut is all about spontaneity. Shops, restaurants, and cafes will be at every corner.
Day trips outside of Beirut may require a bit more planning.
Here are some of our favorite spots.
Hamra bustling commercial center with cafes & shops; also home to the American University of Beirut campus
Gemmayzeh & Mar Mikhael long strip of old architecture, churches & artisinal shops; dotted with quirky bars & restos
Downtown & Saifi Village central area fully restored after the civil war; modern yet nostalgic with a grand mosque
Pigeons Rock - Beirut photo moment while strolling the Beirut seaside
Baalbeck Ruins - Baalbeck two hours outside Beirut but worth a visit
Harissa & Jeitta Grotto - North take the cable car for a great view
Ixsir Vineyard - Batroun wines from one of the highest vineyards in the world
Byblos - North fort and old souk by the sea
National Museum Phoenician and medieval objects and archeology
Sursock Museum 18th c. mansion architecture and contemporary art
Beit Beirut museum and urban cultural center celebrating the history of Beirut
Beiteddine Palace Museum mosaics displayed in significant palace from 5th C. Byzantine
MIM 2000+ minerals in a contemporary building
Farmers' Market
Souk El Tayeb head to Downtown on Saturday 9 - 3 pm
Lebanese Food
Lisa fine dining in an old Lebanese house
Tawlet home cooked food from all over Lebanon
Mounir classic Lebanese spread with a view, an hour outside Beirut
Loris delicious Lebanese food in modern setting
Babel Sur Mer fresh seafood the Lebanese way
Maryool Lebanese food with a twist
International Food
Happy Prince or By Skirt for delicious burgers
Tavolina for mouthwatering pasta
Electric Bing Sutt for asian sharing plates and funky cocktails
Ritage Garden for high end Mediterranean food
Street Food & Late Night
Mashaweesh our favorite sandwiches
Zaatar w Zeit home grown chain open 24/7
Barbar legendary shawarma
Cafe Younes home grown chain with roaster
Sip hipster vibe in Mar Mikhael
Kalei Coffee great coffee & breakfast in a garden
Dar Bistro & Books try the Lebanese tray for breakfast
Rooftop Bars
Capitole great view of the city
Iris great music and live bands
Coup D’etat laid back urban feel
Cherry on the top or Montagnou to escape Beirut
Pubs with small bites
Ferdinands great cocktails & neighborhood feel
Anise Nour's favorite drink: Wild Gimlet
Pacifico guac & margaritas in a garden
Cyrano cheese and wine vibes
Clubs
BO 18 a classic after after party
Garten house music lineups in the outdoors
Grand Factory or AHM pop, Rnb & everything else
Sporting Club - Beirut For a short visit to the beach/pool
Nowhere Beach - Anfeh Bean bags & laid back vibes on the sand
Lazy B - Damour/Jiyyeh As suggested by its name
Orchid Lounge - Batroun For something fancy
Pierre & Friends Seaside bar & restaurant where you can go for a dip
Bolero for sunset & chilling in Batroun