Beirut Historical Tour

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First-time visitors to Beirut who want to experience some of Beirut city's highlights will love this guided tour. Your local guide tours will introduce you to the highlights in Beirut 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, with our best guided tours.

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Operates: Daily Except Mondays
Starting Time range: 8.00 am - 2.00 pm
Duration: 5 hours
Price: Starting $100 USD
Meeting Point: We pick up all travelers from Hotel & Airbnb in Beirut .

Pick up from your hotel in Beirut and start a private historical tour in the city
Recognize the Place de L'etoile or Nejme Square and admire the view of the pigeons and birds surrounding the square
Pass by the Martyr's Square and get to know the history of this sculpture
Discover Mohammad Al Amin Mosque, a huge striking amber-coloured blue-domed mosque located in the down town of the city near the Martyr's Square
Recognize the history of Al Omari Mosque, this attractive building was built in the 12th century as the Church, and was converted into a mosque in 1291
The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint George is the oldest extant church in Beirut, it has been built over the disappeared Anastasi Romano-Byzantine Cathedral
Stroll in the major commercial district in Beirut, known as Beirut souks
Get to know about the history of the Roman Baths in the city
Explore the principal museum of archeology, the National museum and discover its large collection of artefacts
Pass by the Old Holiday Inn and get to know its history from your guide
Wander through the Zaitunay Bay and enjoy the small white boats view
Enjoy a small promenade along the corniche of Al Manara, and admire the amazing sea view and the palm trees all over the corniche
Recognize the iconic landmark of Beirut, the stunning Pigeon Rock at Raouche and snap a beautiful images in front of it

What's Included?
✓ Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
✓ English-speaking driver
✓ Private air-conditioned vehicle
✓ Professional English-speaking Guide
What's Excluded?
X Entrance fees to the National Museum
X Meals
X Gratuities
X Personal Expenses

Place de l'etoile

Nejme Square, or Place de l'Étoile, is the central square in the Downtown area. Most notable for it’s 1930 four four-faced Rolex clock and for its architecture, the square has become a recognizable icon of Beirut City worldwide.

Martyr's Square

Martyrs' Square is a square in the heart of downtown Beirut historically known as "Al Burj" or "Place des Cannons".

Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque

The Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, also referred to as the Blue Mosque, is is the biggest mosque in Lebanon located in downtown Beirut.

Al-Omari Mosque

The Al-Omari Grand Mosque was built in the age of Omar Bin El Khattab in 635 AD and then converted to Church of Saint John by the crusaders in the 12th century, it was re-transformed into the city's Grand Mosque by the Mamluks in 1291.

Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint George

The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint George is the seat of the Greek Orthodox Metropolitan bishop of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Beirut and its dependencies. It is the oldest church in the city of Beirut and one of the oldest in the region and It is located in the heart of Beirut’s city center.

Beirut Souks

Beirut Souks is a commercial district in Beirut City Center. With over 200 shops, 25 restaurants and cafes, an entertainment center, and a cinema complex. Beirut Souks is the largest and most diverse shopping and leisure area in Beirut.

Roman Baths

The Roman Berytus baths are the largest outdoor sight located in downtown Beirut. They were discovered in 1968-1969 and underwent a major renovation in the mid 1990. Roman Berytus had four major bath complexes and the first was created in the early first century under Augustus.

Beirut National Museum

The National Museum of Beirut is the principal museum of archaeology in Lebanon, which houses a large collection of priceless artefacts from across the country that offers a great overview of Lebanon’s history and of the civilization that impacted this cultural crossroads.

Old Holiday Inn

This abandoned Holiday Inn Hotel is one of Beirut’s war landmarks. It was basically built Between 1971 and 1974 when Beirut’s economy was booming and when Beirut was one of the most visited touristic city of the Middle East.

Zaitunay Bay

“Beirut's finest leisure destination” as described in its official website, Zaitunay Bay is a new waterfront promenade with shops and restaurants.

Al Manara Corniche

Stretching from the Ramlet al Bayda area to the Saint George marina, Al Manara Corniche is the most renowned seaside promenade in Beirut. Lined with palm trees, it offers a great view of the Mediterranean Sea, as well as some of the country's best assets, namely the famous Pigeon Rock, and the summits of Mount Lebanon on the eastern side.

Pigeon Rock

The pigeon rock is a stunning set of rocks and a Popular tourist destination known for its iconic rock formations in picturesque seaside surrounds, welcome you to the city of Beirut. Pigeons’ Rock (also known as the Rock of Raouché) is located at Beirut’s western-most tip, the two huge rock formations stand like gigantic sentinels to the city.

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Monday till Friday:
8.00 am till 6.00 pm
Saturday: 8.00 am till 2.00 pm