Beirut Walking Tour

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in Beirut's rich history on a guided walking tour
• Discover the city's Phoenician origins and its evolution over time
• Explore key landmarks, archaeological sites, and restored streets
• Learn about the impact of the 20th-century reconfiguration of the region

Description

Explore Beirut’s Central District (Downtown) and surrounding neighborhoods on a captivating walking tour where the city’s past and present come together. This wide and flexible experience is offered in two formats—half-day (4 hours) or full-day (8 hours)—and can be customized based on the guest’s interests, pace, and preferred themes. Starting from its Phoenician origins, discover how Beirut was shaped by successive civilizations including the Egyptians, Persians, Romans, Arabs, Crusaders, Mamluks, and Ottomans. As you move through Downtown and extend into nearby neighborhoods, gain insight into the city’s layered urban fabric and its transformation through the 20th century, the regional shifts of the 1940s, and the more recent history of conflict and reconstruction that continues to define Beirut today. Along the way, pass through or visit key landmarks such as the Old Phoenician Tell, Foch-Allenby District, Beirut Souks, Roman Baths, Place des Martyrs, and surrounding historic quarters and mixed-use neighborhoods that reflect Beirut’s diversity. Optional coffee, snack, and food stops can be included throughout the tour, adding a flavorful and social dimension to the experience.

Includes

4-hour walking tour Visit to Old Phoenician Tell Visit to Historic Port Square & Crusader Castle Remains Visit to Foch-Allenby District Visit to Beirut Souks & Archaeological Site Holiday Inn (Civil War landmark) Wadi Abu Jamil (historic Jewish quarter) Visit to Roman Baths & Forum Visit to Place de l'Etoile (Parliament Square) Visit to Place des Martyrs Visit to Churches & Mosques along the route

Excludes

Snacks & drinks purchased during the walk Transportation Anything that is not mentioned in the included section

Important Information

• The tour covers historical and archaeological sites The tour includes walking through restored streets Gain insight into Beirut's transformation during the 20th century Learn about the impact of the region's reconfiguration in the 1940s Understand the recent history of conflict and reconstruction in Beirut

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund