Sidon (Saida) Tours and Tickets

Spare yourself the inconvenience of renting a car and opt for a day trip departing from Beirut to explore the captivating highlights of southern Lebanon. Begin by immersing yourself in the charm of Sidon, where you'll uncover its renowned attractions such as the sea castle, soap museum, khan el franj, Debbane palace, and take a leisurely stroll through the historic souks. Then, journey onwards to Maghdouche to pay homage at the shrine and church of Our Lady of Awaiting (Mantara). Lastly, delve into the ancient wonders of Tyre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you'll marvel at the Roman Hippodrome, Necropolis, Egyptian port, and much more.

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 some of Lebanon’s most unique coastal historical attractions during this full-day, small-group excursion from Beirut. Explore the crusader-era castles and bustling souks of Sidon, an ancient city founded by Phoenicians. Understand the region’s soap-making history at the Musée du Savon. Stop at a village shrine to the Virgin Mary. Finally, visit the port, UNESCO-protected Hippodrome, and Roman and Byzantine ruins in history-filled Tyre before heading back to Beirut by air-conditioned vehicle.

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.

Experience the Biblical cities of Tyre and Sidon without braving Lebanese traffic on this private door-to-door day tour. In Sidon, tour the Crusaders Sea Castle, the Khan al-Franj resthouse, and the Soap Museum; in Tyre, admire the majestic Roman ruins that have earned the city UNESCO World Heritage status. Stop at the Our Lady of Mantara shrine in Maghdoucheh on your way home. Please note: Tour excludes entrance fees.

Discover three of Lebanon’s top heritage sites on this attraction-packed day trip, departing from Beirut. Explore the stunning, crusader-era sea castle of Sidon, wander through the ruins of bustling Tyre, once a Phoenician settlement, and stop at Our Lady of Awaiting, a Melkite Greek Catholic Marian shrine in Maghdouche.

Discover South Lebanon's most iconic cities in one expertly guided day from Beirut. Journey through 3,000 years of history — Crusader castles, Phoenician souks, Roman ruins, and a sacred hilltop sanctuary revered by Christians and Muslims alike. Visit Sidon's Sea Castle, the world's only Soap Museum, and the grand Khan el Franj. Continue to Tyre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to walk the ancient Roman Hippodrome before a seaside lunch. End the day at Maghdouché, where the Virgin Mary is believed to have rested — with sweeping views over the southern Lebanese coast. Small group. Local expert guide. Hotel pickup included.

See more of Lebanon in less of the time when you book this 3-day combo tour package, with 2-way transfers from your Beirut hotel and a group leader to explain the basics of each site before you visit. You’ll cover Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos, Sidon, Tyre, Maghdoucheh, Anjar, and Baalbek. Lunch is included on one day but entrance fees are excluded.

Discover the treasures of southern Lebanon on a tour to Sidon, Tyre, and Maghdouche. Delve into the ancient charm of Sidon, explore the “Queen of the Seas” in Tyre, and visit the revered Lady of Awaiting shrine in Maghdouche. Enjoy a personalized experience on a small-group tour with lunch, entrance fees, and round-trip hotel transfers included.

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.

Have an amazing holiday in Lebanon with this 7 nights Beirut package that covers all tourist sites from north to south till Bekaa and mount Lebanon. The 8 days Lebanon itinerary is designed in such a way that you cover the majority of the attractions and experiences all over Lebanon. There is plenty to see and do at the Lebanese destinations. The experience is mixed and varied. This package offers tours to the religious places of worship, tours to explore the natural beauty and charms of Lebanon and more varied experiences to discover the history, culture and heritage of Lebanon landmarks.

Explore Lebanon’s rich cultural and natural heritage during this six-day, small-group tour. From ancient temples and Roman ruins to picturesque valleys and historic wineries, you’ll experience the best that the country has to offer. Highlights include Umayyad-era Anjar, the Phoenician city of Byblos, stunning Qadisha Valley, the Cedar of God forest, and crusader ruins in coastal Sidon. Door-to-door transportation with airport pickup is provided.