Top Beirut Cultural Tours - page 2

Escape the bustle of the capital and discover centuries of hidden histories on this heritage-packed day trip. Enjoy a mix of cultural and natural attractions during multiple stops, traveling between locations in your own chauffeured vehicle. Highlights include an ancient cedar forest, the Gebran Khalil Gebran gallery, and a visit to a 14th-century forest hermitage deep in a sacred valley.

Combine a visit to two of Lebanon’s most celebrated cultural attractions with a short hike through a protected cedar forest during this full-day, small-group excursion from Beirut. Visit the picturesque city of Deir Al Qamar, famed for its well-preserved traditional architecture. Head to the ornate 19th-century Beiteddeine Palace for a self-guided tour. And spend time exploring the Shouf Cedars Forest Reserve on foot during an immersive nature walk.

Soak up the sights of the Qadisha Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, without risking life and limb at the wheel. Exploring with a driver/guide in a group capped at 15 travelers, visit pretty Bcharré village and the Gibran Museum, which honors a Lebanese poet, and see the ancient trees known as the Cedars of God. Your door-to-door package includes a restaurant lunch.

This Byblos, Jeita Grotto, and Harissa day trip from Beirut showcases the best of Lebanon’s most fascinating cities. A must-do guided tour, this trip is ideal for first-time visitors, history lovers, and travelers interested in learning more about the ancient cities of the world. Learn how some 24 successive civilizations in Harissa have made it one of the top archeological sites in the country and get an up close look at the stunning caverns of Jeita Grotto. This tour also includes a stop in Byblos—widely recognized as one of the oldest cities in the world—and a traditional Lebanese lunch.

Visit some of Beirut’s most celebrated natural attractions during this full-day full-day, small-group tour, which includes a tasty Lebanese lunch in a local restaurant. Learn about the artist Khalil Jubran and writer Kahlil Gibran in their picturesque hometown of Bcharre. Explore the protected forests known as the Cedars of God. And enjoy sweeping views from the monastery of Saint Anthony the Great.

Though packed with important sights, Beirut can be a tough city for first-time visitors to navigate on their own. Get a personalized introduction in just half a day during this private tour of the city’s top attractions. Itineraries are flexible and can be customized to each traveler’s interests. Optional highlights include the National Museum of Beirut, Martyr’s Square, Al-Omari Mosque, and the Pigeon Rocks of Raouche.

Leave Beirut’s crazy traffic to the experts and relax as your private driver takes the wheel for a door-to-door tour of three Lebanon signatures: the Jeita Grotto caves, the giant statue known as Our Lady of Harissa, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Byblos. Please note that entrance fees are at your own expense.

Enjoy a slice of Lebanese life that’s impossible to access independently with this private, hands-on cooking class in a traditional Lebanese home. Learn to cook five authentic Lebanese dishes as you chat about culture, cuisine, and traditions with your foodie host and her family. Then savor a home-cooked meal washed down with a couple of glasses of arak.

Beirut is one of the world’s most vibrant capitals, but the city can be challenging for travelers to explore on their own. Ideal for anyone short on time, this half-day, private city tour ticks off Beirut’s highlights in just a handful of hours. From Martyr’s Square, the Beirut souks, mosques and an orthodox church—you’ll see it all by comfortable, private transportation, with the rest of the day to spare.

Escape the capital and visit three of Lebanon’s most renowned attractions during this history-filled, half-day guided tour. Learn about the country’s modern formation and enduring traditions at the stunning Palace of Beiteddine, see the unique residence constructed by a single craftsman at Moussa Castle, and visit 14th-century Fakhreddine's Mosque in the traditional village of Deir el Qamar.

Hit three of Lebanon’s top attractions—and escape the bustle of the capital—on this three-for-one, small-group day trip from Beirut. Hop a boat to explore stalactite-filled Jeita Grotto, cover seven thousand years of history in picturesque Byblos, and take a cable car in Harissa to the panoramic statue, Our Lady of Lebanon. Tours also include door-to-door transfers and lunch.

Discover some of Lebanon’s most important historical cities on an 8-hour group tour from Beirut. Perfect for history-buffs who are short on time, the comprehensive itinerary is made possible by comfortable all-inclusive transportation from your city hotel. Experience the blended cultures of Tripoli. Head to the coastal city of Batroun where you can see Orthodox churches and the Phoenician sea wall. End with a visit to the pilgrimage site of Our Lady of Nourieh.

Discover the Lebanon of old on this full-day trip from Beirut. Traveling by air-conditioned coach with an expert guide, visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Holy (Qadisha) Valley, famous for its early Christian monasteries and churches. Take a guided walking tour around Bsharri, the birthplace of poet Kahlil Gibran, and explore the Gibran Museum and religious sites before an included lunch stop. Then, visit the Monastery of St. Anthony in Kozhaya and admire the magnificent Cedars of Lebanon, where towering cedar trees—once part of the country’s prized ancient forests—still flourish.

Visit three of Lebanon’s most iconic attractions during this full-day, multi-stop small-group tour. Explore natural stalactite and stalagmite formations within sprawling Jeita Grotto, enjoy panoramic views overlooking the Bay of Jounieh from the Shrine of our Lady of Lebanon statue, and learn about Lebanon’s Phoenician heritage during a visit to Byblos Castle. Lunch, admission tickets, and hotel transfers are provided.

Southern Lebanon is home to unique historical attractions, but limited transportation options mean that the region falls under the radar of most tourist itineraries. Visit two impressive sites during this private, full-day combo tour from Beirut. First, learn about the Hezbollah-led resistance to Israel in the military museum of Mleeta. Then, stroll through the picturesque ruins of a 12th-century crusader fortress at Beaufort Castle.

Two of Lebanon's most iconic coastal towns — one ancient, one buzzing — in a single private day from Beirut. Byblos is one of the oldest cities ever built, with 7,000 years of history packed into a single walk through a Crusader castle, a stone-paved souk, and an ancient fishing port that is still very much alive. Batroun is 3,000 years old and feels like it discovered craft beer and good vibes somewhere along the way — the perfect place to end the day with fresh seafood, a cold drink, and zero agenda. History in the morning, coastal hangout in the afternoon. Entirely private. Entirely your pace.

Lebanon's capital and its most magnificent mountain palace — together in one full day, with all tickets and lunch included and nothing extra to think about. This small-group tour begins with a panoramic morning in Beirut — the seafront, the historic downtown, the mosques and cathedrals that define the city's layered identity — before heading into the Chouf Mountains for Beiteddine Palace and the perfectly preserved Ottoman village of Deir el Qamar. It is the ideal single-day introduction to Lebanon for first-time visitors — covering the country's most iconic urban landmarks in the morning and its most beautiful mountain destinations in the afternoon, guided throughout by a professional expert who brings every stop to life.

Visit three of Lebanon’s most important attractions . Explore the Jeita grotto and enjoy a boat ride through stalactites & stalagmites then take a cable car ride with a breathtaking panoramic view over Jounieh bay from the hilltop of Our Lady of Lebanon statue before heading to Byblos Castle through 8,000-year-old ruins in the archaeological site. Our friendly and attentive team makes your trip enjoyable and memorable while learning all the hidden secrets during your guided tour to the most visited sites in Lebanon and tasting the traditional and well-known Lebanese food. We pay attention to all details and specially your safety and your well-being.

Enjoy a full-day trip from Beirut to the fascinating Lebanese cities of Tyre (a UNESCO World Heritage) and Sidon. With your local expert guide, you’ll visit three of the most beautifully preserved towns in Lebanon and discover many cultural influences. Admire wonderful buildings such as the Crusader Cathedral of Tyre, the Sidon Sea Castle and the soap museum. Immerse yourself in a world of colorful history and spirituality on this full-day trip from Beirut.

Explore Beirut at your own pace during this private, customizable walking tour. Get an insider’s introduction to the vibrant Lebanese capital. Tick off the city’s main attractions or discover lesser-known local hotspots with your guide. Enrich your visit with local knowledge and personalized recommendations, leaving you confident to navigate on your own. Choose between two or six-hour itineraries.

Pair the ancient cities of Tyre and Sidon with the Marian shrine in Maghdouché (Maghdoucheh) on this small-group tour with lunch, water, guide, and hotel transfers included. Soak up Phoenician, Roman, Crusader, and Ottoman remains; tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tyre, including the hippodrome and the ancient city; and pay tribute at the Basilica of Our Lady of Mantara.

Enjoy the sort of access to locals that’s only usually possible with a tour as you join your host, Tania, for a home-cooked Lebanese meal with her family. Experience authentic Lebanese dishes, many based on produce from the family’s garden: perhaps lentils, meatballs, or stuffed vine leaves. Wash dinner down with a couple of glasses of local spirits and unlimited soft drinks, and finish with coffee and garden fruits.

Marvel at UNESCO World Heritage–listed Roman architecture on this Tyre, Sidon and Maghdouche day trip from Beirut. Explore the town of Tyre with your guide and gain insight into life here under Roman rule. Discover the ancient ruins of Sidon Sea Castle, the Castle of Saint-Louis and the 16th-century Great Mosque in Sidon. After a delicious lunch of Middle Eastern specialities in a traditional Lebanese restaurant, head on to Maghdouche. Here, admire top local attractions including the Old Cave and the Al-Saydeh Ancient Church before returning to Beirut.

Explore Lebanon's history and beauty on our daily tours from Beirut to Beiteddine and Deir El Qamar. Discover the grandeur of Beiteddine Palace and the charm of Deir El Qamar's historic streets. Enjoy a delightful lunch of Lebanese cuisine while immersing yourself in the region's rich heritage.