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About Beirut
Beirut, the capital and largest city of Lebanon, is home to around 2.4 million residents as of 2023. It is situated on a peninsula at the midpoint of Lebanon's Mediterranean coast. Beirut is known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and dynamic nightlife.
Beirut experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The best time to visit Beirut is from April to November when the weather is warm and pleasant, ideal for exploring the city's outdoor attractions and enjoying the beach.
The city is served by the Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, located about 9 kilometers south of the city center. Many airlines like Emirates, Etihad Airways, Middle East Airlines, and Qatar Airways operate direct and connected flights from Abu Dhabi and Dubai to Beirut.
Beirut’s culinary scene is a delightful blend of traditional Lebanese dishes and international cuisines. The city's food culture is celebrated for its mezze, hummus, tabbouleh, and shawarma. Lebanese sweets like baklava and maamoul are also popular among locals and tourists alike.
Tourists in Beirut can explore numerous attractions that highlight its historical and cultural significance. The National Museum of Beirut offers a deep dive into Lebanon's ancient past, with artifacts spanning thousands of years. The Beirut Souks are a modern shopping destination that also captures the city's traditional marketplace vibe. Notable landmarks include the Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, Pigeon Rocks, and the Roman Baths.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the Corniche Beirut provides a scenic waterfront promenade perfect for walking, jogging, and cycling. The city's many parks and gardens, such as the Sanayeh Garden and Horsh Beirut, offer green spaces for relaxation and social gatherings, reflecting the everyday life of Beirut’s residents.
UAE nationals can visit Beirut visa-free for up to 180 days. This makes it convenient for UAE citizens to explore the city's rich heritage and enjoy its numerous attractions without the hassle of visa applications.
Transportation to Beirut City Center from Airport
Beirut Rafic Hariri Intl. Airport
Lebanon's capital city Beirut, once called "Paris of the Middle East", is still one of the most important tourist destinations in the region. Approximately 6 million of visitors coming to Beirut, which cannot turn to its old brilliant days because of the wars it has been suffering in recent years, enter the country from the Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport named after the former Prime Minister Rafic Hariri who lost his life in an assassination. Unlike many capitals or the busiest airports, official municipality buses or services are not available at this airport.
Taxi
Taxis are one of the few ways to use for the transportation to the city from the Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport, which is the only airport of Lebanon. Transportation to the Nejmeh Square, which is accepted as the center of the city, is about 30 thousand Lebanese pounds. That is 55 TL. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city center by taxis located outside of the terminal building.
Car Rental
Renting a car is one of the ways to reach the city from the airport. Within the airport there are offices belonging to 7 different car rental companies. With the car you will rent from one of the car rental companies which are also well-known all around the world, you can reach the city center in about 15 minutes in a very comfortable way.
To get to the city, first of all you need to follow Hafez Al-Assad Street at the exit of the airport in the north direction. The name of this road, after a few kilometers later, will be Salim Salam and then it will change as Ahmad Mukhtar Beyhum Street. This road will lead you directly to the Nejmeh Square.
Private Services
At Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport there are also private companies that takes passengers to different points of the city. These companies, offering luxury transportation service, demand amounts higher than normal prices. The company named Lebanon, which has an office at the airport, is a leader about this transportation option.
