Half-Day Guided Historical Private Tour of Beirut

4 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Prepare to be awed by Beirut’s architecture and rich history as you discover the unmissable highlights of the Old City on this private tour. Marvel over the glorious downtown of the Beirut, and touch the cohabitation when seeing Al Amin mosque's harmony with St Georges church. Pass by the pigeon rocks, and end the visit by exploring the national museum of Beirut.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: Arabic, English, French
Operated by: Walking Beirut

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Beirut

Passing by

9.00 AM: Pickup from Beirut:

Your private vehicle and professional guide will pick you up from your hotel in Beirut.
Martyr's Square

5 min

Our next stop will be at the Martyrs' square, a famous monument that still stands today, that serves as a permanent reminder of the executions in the Ottoman era.
Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque

5 min

Next, we will stop at the city's major landmark, a huge, striking amber-colored blue-domed mosque near Martyrs Square.
Al-Omari Mosque

5 min

Then we will visit one of the most ancient buildings of the city, Al Omari mosque, that was built on the ruins and remains of a Byzantine church.
Place de l'Etoile

5 min

We will also pass by the Place de l'Etoile, also known as Nejme square. The jewel of the square is a 1930s clock-tower with its four-faced Rolex clock.
Stop 6

5 min

Situated at the Place de L'Etoile, we will visit Saint Georges Cathedral. With its splendid iconostasis and other treasures, it is considered as the greatest and most glorious Church in Lebanon.
Stop 7

5 min

Our tour starts in the waterfront of Beirut, Zaitouna Bay, an innovative tourist attraction extending the existing Beirut corniche and the new sea promenade, reminiscent of sea waves, providing outdoor spaces and public areas.
Corniche Beirut

15 min

Enjoy a seaside promenade at Beirut Corniche.
Pigeon Rocks in Raouche

10 min

Taking some pictures in front of the pigeon rocks of Beirut is a must. Also called Raouche rocks, it's a popular tourist destination known for its iconic rock formations in picturesque seaside surrounds.
Beirut Souks

10 min

We will pass by Beirut souks, the commercial heart of Beirut.
National Museum of Beirut

one hour Admission not included

Our last stop will be the national museum of Beirut. It is the home of a wide collection of archaeological artifacts that offers a great overview of Lebanon’s history and civilizations.
Gemmayzeh Street

15 min

We will pass by Gemmayzeh street, one of the most vibrant and popular streets in the city, and home of the famous bars and restaurants.
Roman Baths

5 min

We will also stop to visit a garden and a set of uncovered ruins of ancient Roman baths.