Beirut
LebanonLB
Capital and largest city of Lebanon
Beirut is the capital and largest city of Lebanon. As of 2025, Greater Beirut has a population of 2.4 million, just under half of Lebanon's population, which makes it the twelfth-largest city in the Levant region and the sixteenth-largest in the Arab world. The city is situated on a peninsula at the midpoint of Lebanon's Mediterranean coast. Beirut has been inhabited for more than 5,000 years, making it one of the oldest cities in the world.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,421,354
- Coordinates
- 33.893, 35.502
- Timezone
- Asia/Beirut
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Beirut
Beirut belongs to Lebanon and has the feel of a big-city destination. Around 2,421,354 people live here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. What stands out most: nature, water sports and culture. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Beirut
Nature in Beirut
(21)The nature shortlist for Beirut: Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. All of it is drawn from Beirut's recorded activities. That is 21 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Water Sports in Beirut
(19)Water Sports in Beirut covers Bodyboard, Canoeing, Diving, Jet Skiing and Kayaking. In all, 19 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Beirut.
Culture in Beirut
(18)For culture, expect Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles. The full list runs to 18 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Beirut.
Sports in Beirut
(15)Beirut records Biking, Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Horse Trails under sports. All of it is drawn from Beirut's recorded activities. That is 15 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Adventure in Beirut
(13)Under adventure, Beirut is tagged with Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. In all, 13 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Beirut.
Nightlife in Beirut
(10)Looking for nightlife? Beirut has Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events. In all, 10 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Beirut.
Wellness in Beirut
(7)On the wellness side, Beirut offers Farms, Hammam, Ranches, Spa and Therms. Everything listed here comes from what Beirut is actually tagged with. Altogether 7 options are tagged here.
Family in Beirut
(4)For family, expect Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Beirut.
Shopping in Beirut
(2)Looking for shopping? Beirut has Food and Shopping. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Beirut.
More to do in Beirut
(2)Beirut's other activities entries include Fishing and Secret. All of it is drawn from Beirut's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Beirut
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Beirut straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: Asia/Beirut.
Similar destinations
Places near Beirut that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Beirut known for?
- Beirut, in Lebanon, is best known for nature, water sports and culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 2,421,354 residents.
- What can you do in Beirut?
- Recorded activities in Beirut include Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Beirut?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Beirut located?
- Beirut is located in Lebanon. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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