Top Beirut Half-day Tours

Escape the bustle of the capital and discover three of Lebanon’s most enriching history-packed sites on this three-for-one, small-group combo tour. Explore the one-time summer palace of the Umayyad dynasty, see some of the region’s best-preserved Roman ruins, including temples to Jupiter and Venus, and taste multiple wine samples in the oldest winery in Lebanon. Tours also include a local restaurant lunch.

Skip the self-drive dangers and relax with a designated driver at the wheel as you check off two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one delicious wine tasting on this action-packed tour. Immerse in the Bekaa Valley’s rich history as you explore the Roman ruins of Baalbek and the 8th-century Islamic city of Anjar with local experts. After a restaurant lunch, discover the Chateau Ksara winery and savor Lebanese wines.

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.

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 two 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.

Leave Lebanon’s crazy traffic to the experts and relax on this door-to-door guided day tour. First, explore the majestic Jeita Grotto, on foot and by boat; next, tour the Crusader Castle and ancient ruins of Byblos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finally, ride the Teleferique cable car to the towering shrine of Our Lady of Harissa. Along the way, enjoy a restaurant lunch and shopping time in the Byblos souks.

Explore the Lebanese cities of Harissa and Byblos, plus see the Jeita Grotto, on this private day tour from Beirut. Your seasoned and professional English-speaking guide shows you around one of the oldest cities on earth and takes you to one of the world’s most incredible natural wonders. Gain insight into the history of this historical place, get an up-close look at the Statue of the Virgin Mary in Harissa, and venture into one of the area’s most well-known and well-preserved archeological areas. It’s a one-day tour that hits all the hot spots and is sure to leave you with a new appreciation of this ancient land.

This tour follows an itinerary that for 15 years, while the civil war raged in Lebanon, was impossible to do. For 15 years, Beirut was a divided city. One half was Christian and the other was Muslim. There were few crossings between the two sides and many were under the control of snipers. This walk resurrects the story of the war and the areas most affected by it in Beirut. Beirut is over 5000 years old so anywhere you dig, you will find something historically significant. Along this route you will get an idea of what the city was like a hundred years ago while seeing the damage caused by the civil war. You will also get to know some historical and not so historical landmarks, such as Martyr's Square, the Egg, Beit Beirut and Falafel Sahyoun. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

Explore the ancient ruins and winemaking heritage of Lebanon on this full-day trip from Beirut, including lunch. With an expert guide, visit the age-old ruins at Baalbek, a stunning complex of Roman temples and buildings that made up the Roman city of Heliopolis. After a tour of the 8th-century Ummayad ruins at Anjar, finish at the Ksara Caves, a series of ancient caverns used as wine cellars by Lebanon’s oldest winery, Chateau Ksara. Tour the winery and cave cellars before your return to Beirut.

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.

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.

Beirut city tour, be enchanted by the capital of modern Lebanon, the country’s cultural and commercial center. On this guided tour of Beirut, see the city’s top attractions while discovering how Beirut was built on a rocky headland, and has risen and fallen over the centuries

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.

You will see Beirut the way we see it: clustered, multi-layered, amazingly rich and seriously crazy! We will go from East to West, passing by the main landmarks but also adding some less visited neighborhoods like Zokak El Blat and Bashoura. And be ready for some yummy street food and some beers!

Get under the skin of old Beirut on this convenient guided half-day tour that includes door-to-door transportation. Start by discovering Lebanese history at the National Museum of Beirut. Then enjoy a walking tour of downtown, including the souks, the Roman baths, the Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, St. George’s Cathedral, and the waterfront. Finally, drive to Raouche to see the Pigeon Rocks.

Cover two of Lebanon’s most iconic attractions on this private, double-duty day trip to Jeita and Harissa. Wander the stalactite and stalagmite-filled grotto nominated as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, with a boat ride through the mysterious limestone caves. Then, travel by cable car to the hilltop statue of Our Lady of Lebanon, complete with postcard-perfect views over Jounieh Bay.

Even on friendlier roads than Lebanon’s, wine-tasting and driving really don’t mix. Sip to your heart’s delight as a professional driver takes the strain on this door-to-door private tour. Check off the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Baalbek, the Al-Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve, and Chateau Ksara, Lebanon’s oldest winery. Please note: this tour includes wine tasting but excludes entrance fees and lunch.

One of a kind all inclusive tour/ 5 hours of dive-in History and nature that include transport very good breakfast and all entrance fees the guide/driver is a female dedicated local who will give you the best deal to share with a new friend

Even with just half a day, leave Beirut and visit one of Lebanon's most cherished sites with a small group. Get picked up from your Beirut hotel, for an easy journey to the jewel of tourism of Lebanon, Jeita Grotto, where you discover two caves deeply and experience a boat trip in an underground lake. Then continue to the Phoenician ancient city of Byblos to explore its historical landmarks and enjoy a wander in the old souks and the port view.

Enjoy a full-day trip from Beirut to the fascinating Lebanese cities of Tyre (a UNESCO World Heritage), Sidon and Maghdouche. 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, the soap museum and the Al-Saydeh Ancient Church in Maghdouche. Immerse yourself in a world of colorful history and spirituality on this full-day trip from Beirut.

View Beirut’s iconic highlights on this 5 hour tour with an informative guide. Travel around the sites in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Stop to visit the must-sees sites including the martyr square, place L'etoile, the corniche, The roman baths, Mosques, Churches, the pigeon rock, The National Museum and much more, as your guide recounts the events of the city’s recent and old history. this tour is perfect for first-time visitors.

Maximize your time in Beirut and see the highlights of the city on a private tour that cover all the must-see Beirut’s landmarks including Mosques, Churches, the Martyr's Square, The Roman Baths, Place de l’etoile and much more. You’ll have commentary on each sight you visit from your professional guide.

First-time visitors to Beirut who want to experience some of the city's highlights will love this comprehensive tour. Your guide will introduce you to the highlights in the city center that include mosques, churches, Place de l'etoile, Martyr's Square; etc. You will visit as well the National Museum, the Corniche and the pigeon rock. You'll see and do a lot in a short time, and get a good overview of the history and culture of Lebanon.

This 3-hours informative tour of Beirut, gives you the opportunity to see the major attractions and monuments of the capital of Lebanon. Visit the National Museum, Roman baths, Al Amin mosque, Martyrs' square, and much more. Round-trip transfers, hotel pick up/drop off, and entrance fees to the National Museum, all are included on this tour.

Nightlife in Beirut with an experienced guide, start with sunset watch at a best rooftop in town, grab a snack as we head for pub crawl at bustling neighborhood of Mar mikhael.This itinerary can also be customized base on your interest