Unesco Travel Guide
Beirut
Popular places to visit
Zaitunay Bay
Explore the waterfront in Beirut with a trip to Zaitunay Bay. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Hamra Street
During your trip to Beirut, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hamra Street. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Beirut Corniche
Explore the great outdoors at Beirut Corniche, a lovely green space in Beirut. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.
Beirut Souks
During your visit to Beirut, you can enjoy retail therapy at Beirut Souks. Discover the cafes and its museums while you're in the area.
Our Lady of Lebanon
Find out about the history of Harissa with a stop at Our Lady of Lebanon. Amble around this trendy area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do
Jeita Grotto - Harissa - Byblos Trip
Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut (Entrance Fee Included)
Sidon - Tyre - Maghdouche Trip, From Beirut
Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch
Bcharre - Qadisha Valley & Cedars Forest From Beirut
Cedars of Lebanon, Qozhaya, & Bcharreh - With Lunch
Top hotels in Unesco
Radisson Blu Hotel, Beirut Verdun
I always stay in this hotel when I’m in Beirut. It is great in all aspects specially the sraff, very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut by IHG
Clean
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
ZETT HOTEL
Radisson BLU Martinez Hotel, Beirut
The hotel is well located and close to serviced areas. The rooms are spacious but require a face lift and some further amenities like a coffee machine. The mattress are very soft and feel consumed. Aside from that, the breakfast and facilities are very good and staff is friendly.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hamra Urban Gardens
"I recently had an amazing stay at Hamra Urban Gardens in Beirut. The vibe of the hotel is incredibly unique—it’s the perfect blend of urban cool and traditional Lebanese hospitality. The rooftop pool is a sanctuary in the middle of Hamra, and the whole place feels like a vibrant community. However, ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Unesco
Raouche
Raouche is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can plan an outing to Pigeon Rocks and Verdun Street while you're in town.
Manara
While visiting Manara, you might make a stop by sights like Beirut Corniche and Hamra Street.
Hamra
You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and museums in Hamra. You might want to make time for a stop at Hamra Street or Agial Art Gallery.
Jnublat
When in Jnublat, you can plan a visit to Hamra Street and Zaitunay Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Serail
While visiting Serail, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Beirut and Berytus Roman Baths.
Sodeco
If you're spending some time in Sodeco, Beit Beirut Museum and MIM Mineral Museum are top sights worth seeing.
