Homs
SyriaSY
City in western Syria, ancient Emesa
Homs, known in pre-Islamic times as Emesa, is a city in western Syria and the capital of the Homs Governorate. It is 501 m (1,644 ft) above sea level and is located 162 km (101 mi) north of Damascus. Located on the Orontes River, Homs is also the central link between the interior cities and the Mediterranean coast.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 775,404
- Coordinates
- 34.727, 36.723
- Timezone
- Asia/Damascus
- Elevation
- 511 m
Overview of Homs
Set in Syria, Homs is a busy regional city. Around 775,404 people live here. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. Plan around nature, culture and adventure and you will not run out of ideas. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar. You are about 511 metres up.
Things to do in Homs
Nature in Homs
(21)Homs records Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest under nature. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Homs. 21 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Culture in Homs
(18)Looking for culture? Homs has Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles. In all, 18 activities are recorded in this category. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Homs.
Adventure in Homs
(13)For adventure, expect Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. The full list runs to 13 activities. The list follows Homs's own activity tags.
Sports in Homs
(11)On the sports side, Homs offers Biking, Golf, Hiking, Horse Trails and Hunting. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Homs. 11 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Water Sports in Homs
(11)For water sports, expect Canoeing, Diving, Jet Skiing, Kayaking and Rafting. The full list runs to 11 activities. The list follows Homs's own activity tags.
Nightlife in Homs
(9)Nightlife in Homs covers Bars, Clubs, Disco, Events and Festival. The full list runs to 9 activities. The list follows Homs's own activity tags.
Wellness in Homs
(6)Homs's wellness entries include Farms, Hammam, Ranches, Spa and Turkish Baths. It is a direct read of Homs's activity profile. There are 6 tagged experiences in this group.
Family in Homs
(4)Looking for family? Homs has Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Homs.
Shopping in Homs
(2)Looking for shopping? Homs has Food and Shopping. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. This reflects only what is documented for Homs.
More to do in Homs
(2)Homs's other activities entries include Fishing and Secret. It is a direct read of Homs's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Homs
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Homs viable all year.
Getting there & around
Homs works as a gateway: long-distance arrivals, then buses, trams or metro on the ground. Set your clock to Asia/Damascus on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Homs that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Homs known for?
- Travellers associate Homs with nature, culture and adventure. It sits in Syria and counts about 775,404 residents.
- What can you do in Homs?
- Homs is tagged with Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Homs?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Homs viable all year.
- Where is Homs located?
- Homs belongs to Syria, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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