Discover holidays in Beirut
Looking for somewhere to enjoy a beach holiday in a modern city? Look no further than Beirut. Beirut is an exciting city in Lebanon, perfect for a cultural break or long weekend away whether it’s with friends, family or that special someone. At just a short flight time of around 5 hours from London you can start your Beirut holidays sooner than you think!
After surviving decades of conflict, Beirut has transformed itself into a modern and cosmopolitan city with plenty to offer holidaymakers and tourists. As well as being the capital of Lebanon and the largest city, it is also the largest seaport and with it brings a mixture of cultural influence to be experienced.
Go explore
When it comes to sightseeing, holidays in Beirut won’t disappoint. The city dates back to the Egyptian times and has a large number of well preserved historical monuments to go and explore. Top of your must see list should include the roman mosaics from the Byzantine Church which are houses in the National Museum, the Crusader Castle and the Ottoman clock tower. Why not take a stroll around the city and soak up the architecture, you are sure to find a surprise around every corner of this charming city.
Popular day trips on Beirut holidays include trips to the coast, where you can relax in the warm sunshine while the Mediterranean Sea laps the shore. Raouche is one of the most popular tourist spots and offers a number of activities such as cycling. For a traditional experience why not take a trip to the Turkish Baths of Basta Tahta, which offer a glimpse of the Old Beirut.
Holidaymakers looking to indulge in some retail therapy have come to the right place. Once a city filled with souks, Beirut has transformed with modern shopping centres built within traditional buildings. Luxury goods are top of the list here, with all the designer labels from Dior to Jimmy Choo adorning the malls.
When it comes to eating out this city has a cosmopolitan restaurant scene and a fantastic mixture of cuisines to choose from!