Half-Day Walking Tour of Beirut
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $75 / person
- Location
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- AR, EN, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Walking Beirut
- Meeting point
- Meeting point will be at Zaitouna Bay near St. George's yacht club,
Description
Delve into the history of Beirut, Paris of the Middle East, on a leisurely 3 hours walking tour with an expert guide. Along with famous spots of the city, you’ll see historic buildings, Mosques and Churches. Weave through old hidden alleyways, lanes and courtyards where the past comes alive as you hear fascinating stories of Beirut from your guide.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Sat and Sun
- Start times
- 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 24
- Adult (ages 1+)
- $75
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:44 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The tour starts from this famous spot and it will continue to show you famous hotels and others high rising towers.
Martyr's Square
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
Next, we will stop at the city's major landmark, a huge, striking amber-colored blue-domed mosque near Martyrs Square.
Al-Omari Mosque
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.
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.
Place de l'Etoile
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
Roman Baths
We will also stop to visit a garden and a set of uncovered ruins of ancient Roman baths.
Beirut Souks
Passing by the residential area the tour will reach Beirut Souks where the building of famous architect Zaha Hadid and the old building of l'Orient le jour stands together.
St Nicholas Stairs
The tour will reach Sursok Street and going down the longest stairway in the Middle East
Saifi Village
Going out through bourj area, the tour continues to saifi village, a residential upscale neighbourhood in Beirut located at the southeastern periphery of Centre Ville
Then it continues to reach again the Bourj area but this time from Alnahar building passing by Samir Qassir garden
The tour will finish at the Municipality of Beirut
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Beirut
- Starting price $75 is close to the typical $75 for tours of similar length in Beirut
Excurgo comparison of 441 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Day Walking Tour of Beirut take?
Half-Day Walking Tour of Beirut lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 12 stops.
How much does Half-Day Walking Tour of Beirut cost?
Prices start at $75 per person for this Beirut experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Half-Day Walking Tour of Beirut run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Saturdays and Sundays, starting at 4:00 PM.
Can I cancel Half-Day Walking Tour of Beirut for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meeting point will be at Zaitouna Bay near St. George's yacht club,. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Half-Day Walking Tour of Beirut offered in?
The experience is available in AR, EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Half-Day Walking Tour of Beirut worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Walking Beirut.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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