Nature
Afqa
Afqa · Mount Lebanon
- 1.5 hours
- Up to 20 people
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Lebanon travel guide
Lebanon fits mountains, coast, Roman and Phoenician history and a celebrated food culture into a small country, so most places are within a few hours’ drive of Beirut. Mshwar lists 12 destinations and 67 places you can visit, each with where it is and how long it takes.
Regions and destinations
Akkar
Lebanon's green north-east corner: high forests, plains and old citadels.
Baalbek-Hermel
The great Roman temples of Baalbek and the upper Orontes.
Beirut
The capital: seafront corniche, museums, and old and new streets.
Beqaa
The valley of vineyards, the Umayyad city of Anjar, and Zahlé.
Nabatieh
Inland hills, the Litani, and the Crusader stronghold of Beaufort.
South Lebanon
Sidon and Tyre on the coast, with sea castles and Roman cities.
Things to do in Lebanon
- Nature and hiking in LebanonCedar forests, deep valleys, springs and mountain trails — Lebanon’s mountains start minutes from the coast.10 places
Beaches and coastal towns in LebanonOld harbours, sea walls and long lunches by the Mediterranean, from the north to the south.6 places
Culture and history in LebanonRoman temples, Phoenician harbours, crusader castles, old souks and monasteries carved into the cliffs.37 places
Adventure in LebanonLonger hikes, caves, gorges and days that ask a little more of you.1 places
City life in LebanonMuseums, streets, markets and evenings in Lebanon’s towns and cities.13 places- Where to eat in LebanonRestaurants across the country, with where they are, so a meal fits the day you are planning.2 places
Places to start with
Culture
Akkar el-Atika
Akkar el-Atika · Akkar
- 0.8 hours
- Up to 20 people
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Culture
Anjar
Anjar · Beqaa
- 2 hours
- Up to 20 people
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Culture
Baalbek
Baalbek · Bekaa
- 2 hours
- Up to 20 people
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Nature
Baatara Gorge Waterfall
Baatara Gorge Waterfall · North Lebanon
- 1.5 hours
- Up to 20 people
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Culture
Balamand Monastery
Balamand Monastery · North Lebanon
- 2 hours
- Up to 20 people
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Questions travellers ask
How do I plan a day out in Lebanon?
Choose the places you want in Mshwar’s planner. It puts the stops in a sensible order, checks opening hours and works out the drive between them, and you can change anything before you save.
What languages are spoken in Lebanon?
Arabic is the official language. French and English are widely spoken, especially in Beirut and in tourism.
What is the capital of Lebanon?
Beirut is the capital and largest city, on the coast in the middle of the country.
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Pick places, or describe the day you want. Mshwar orders the stops and works out the drives.
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