Place's to visit in Lebanon

When you travel to Lebanon, you will love to visit popular tourist spots and enjoy the local culture. Amongst other Things to do in Lebanon, you can surely explore some of the best things to do in Lebanon to make your trip a fulfilling one. On a trip to Lebanon, things to do can include exploring Lebanon attractions and visiting the places of interest.

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Crusader Sea Castle

Saida has been damaged and renovated many times. It was destroyed by the Mamluks. Currently it consists primarily of two towers connected by a wall and features Roman stones and columns.

Beiteddine Place

Is the Presidents summer residence. The tomb of Emir Bashir Shehab II and his wife is situated behind. The palace comprises of beautiful rooms with fountains, carved ceilings and antique furniture. Beiteddine Palace hosts the Beiteddine Festival every summer. The best time to visit the palace is in spring and autumn.

Burtasiya Mosque – Tripoli

Situated on the banks of the Abu Ali River opposite Khan-al-Khayyatin, the mosques displays fine ablaq stonework.

Great Omari Mosque Saida

This was initially a church which was later transformed into a mosque by the Mamluks. The mosque reflects Romanesque, gothic and ottoman style of architecture.

The National Museum of Beirut

Is the most important of all. Located at the edge of Achrafieh you can get an overview of the pre-war history and get to see the archaeological collection of Mamluk period. Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut is the third oldest museum. The museum displays object representative of practices and traditions throughout the history of Byblos. SursockMuseum has a collection of modern art such as paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glassware, and iconography in the Achrafieh district of Beirut, Lebanon. Gibran Museum gives an insight into the life of Khalil Gibran, the famous poet and philosopher.

Hiking & Mountain Biking

July and August is the best time to travel with children to Lebanon as many summer activities and festivals take place at that time of the year. Kids can enjoy adventurous activities like hiking, mountain biking, climbing, archery, and badminton.

Department stores

Among the malls and department stores, Centrepoint is a great place for shopping. Moreover, Beirut Souks is an area with multiple shopping complexes and selling international brand like Louis Vuitton, Christian Louboutin, Tommy Hilfiger, MassinoDutti and Stella McCartney.

Flea market

Chor Bazaar is located in South Mumbai. This flea market sells mainly used goods. It’s good for purchasing antiques and electronic goods. The annual Bliss Flea Market is set up in Andheri West. It is another popular market in Mumbai from where you can collect memorabilia for family and friends back home.

Lebanese dishes

There are many Lebanese dishes which are their speciality like manaeesh, Baba Ghanoush (eggplant and tahini dip), freshly-baked Lebanese style ‘pizzas, bagel-like Ka’ek; and Fatayer, cheese or meat stuffed pasties, Maamoul (shortbread pastries stuffed with dates and pistachios), Kafta (beef or lamb meatballs), Baklava (a sweet, nutty layered pastry), manoushi (breakfast food), Fattoush (mint-garnished salad), Kunafi (a sweet pastry made with cheese and nuts), and Ktaef (cream or nut filled dumplings).

Zaatar W Zeit

The best place for manoushi is a fun and casual restaurant called Zaatar W Zeit. Another place located in the town of Tabarja on the water famous for Lebanese food and sea food is Le Galet. Babel, located on the Dbayeh highway, serves Lebanese food with a twistamidast a charismatic ambience. Tavolina’s Pizza has the best Italian pizza located on a calm street of Mar Mikhae. Frosty Palace is another popular joint which has a cosy ambience and only three diner-style booth tables, embraced by a soft music. Onno, is a small modest Armenian restaurant in BourjHammoudthe serving homemade Lebanese.

Bars and Pubs

Gemmayze is a famous street in Beirut known for the nightlife with smaller and crowded bars. Monot is known for the larger clubs that are open until the wee hours of the morning. The rooftop bars are the hottest new trend in the Lebanese Nightlife throughout all Lebanese cities.

Clubs and discos

B018, is the most popular discotheques, known for its liberal atmosphere. Danny’s is one of the most famous bars in Hamra, Sundays at Skybar is a must visit during summers, as that is the time it is open and shuts during winters. Bank Night Club has regular performances from the country’s best DJs. Secteur is extremely trendy and, like most of the bars in Lebanon.