Tourism in Lebanon

Explore notable sights and destinations in this country

Asia / Western Asia/Middle East

Tourist attractions

Baalbek Ruins

Region: Baalbek

Cultural Heritage

Massive Roman temple complex inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Byblos Old Town

Region: Jbeil

Cultural Heritage

One of the world's oldest port cities where the Phoenician alphabet was discovered

Qadisha Valley and Cedars of Lebanon

Region: North Governorate

Nature

Scenic hiking course where sacred sites and virgin cedar forests coexist

Tyre (Sur) Ruins

Region: South Governorate

Cultural Heritage

Preserves traces of the Phoenician city-state and a Roman theater

Anjar Umayyad Ruins

Region: Beqaa Governorate

Cultural Heritage

Islamic city ruins built in the early 8th century

Jounieh Bay & Harissa Our Lady Statue

Region: Keserwan District

Modern Architecture

Our Lady statue atop the hill accessible via cable car with bay views

Faraya Mzaar Ski Resort

Region: Mount Lebanon Governorate

Nature

The most modern ski resort on the Eastern Mediterranean coast

Pigeon Rocks (Raouché)

Region: Raouche, Beirut

Nature

Scenic cliff and arch rock illuminated by the sunset in the capital

National Museum of Beirut

Region: Beirut

Museum

Exhibits archaeological collections from Phoenicia to the Ottoman period

Zahlé Winery Street

Region: Zahlé, Beqaa Governorate

Food Culture

Famous tasting tours at renowned wineries like Chateau Ksara

Suggested itineraries

Phoenician Ruins & Mediterranean Gastronomy 5 Days

Duration (days): 5

Highlights: Byblos, Baalbeck, Beirut Old Town, Zahlé Wineries

Historical food culture course combining ruins sightseeing with wine and seafood

Lebanon Mountains Skiing & Valley Trekking 4 Days

Duration (days): 4

Highlights: Faraya Ski Resort, Qadisha Valley, Batroun Village

Winter-only option enjoying snowy mountains and monastery hiking

Sacred Sites & Confessional Architecture Tour 3 Days

Duration (days): 3

Highlights: Harissa Our Lady Statue, Crusader Castle in Sidon, Amin Monastery

Experience religious diversity by visiting places of worship of multiple confessions

Travel tips

  • Passport validity of at least 6 months upon entry is recommended
  • Arrival visas are available at airports for many nationalities including Japan, but round-trip tickets are required
  • US dollars are in circulation for cash; credit cards are usable but cash is essential during power outages
  • Taxis often lack meters; negotiate fares before boarding
  • Checkpoints may be set up regionally, so always carry identification
  • Dress codes are liberal in urban areas but cover shoulders and knees at religious sites
  • Strong sunlight in summer requires UV protection
  • Bottled drinking water is recommended
  • Wi-Fi is commonly provided free at cafes but may be interrupted by power outages
  • Drone photography requires military permission
  • Tipping is customary, around 10% at restaurants
  • Do not enter mountainous landmine areas remaining from the civil war
  • Weekends (Friday–Saturday) see severe main road congestion
  • Ramallah? Actually for Lebanon. tips done.

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