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A historic building with ornate balconies and a black wrought iron gate. 1
Tourists observing ancient ruins and a church tower. 2
A group of people standing on a stone pathway in front of a building with a curved facade and a stone wall with scaffolding on the left. 3
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The previous price was €18 and current price is €16 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Explore 5,000 years of Beirut’s heritage in a focused 90-minute guided walk
    • Read the city’s history through its architecture, streets and public spaces
    • Connect ancient remains with stories of trade, faith and everyday life
    • Discover how successive civilisations shaped the Beirut seen today

Activity location

    • Beirut
    • Beirut, Beirut Governorate, Lebanon

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • VGW4+HV3, Beirut, Lebanon | Meeting at the Martyrs' statue
    • Beirut, Beirut Governorate, Lebanon

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Beirut: Essential Heritage Walking Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 15:00
Price details
€17.87
€16.08 x 5 Adults€80.40
Total
The previous price was €89.35 and current price is €80.40
10% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Licensed tour guide
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Accident and medical insurance
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses and service charge

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Firework, Making fire, Weapons or sharp objects
    • Not suitable for: Children under 9 years, People over 220 lbs (100 kg), People with low level of fitness, People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • How do 5,000 years of history fit into the heart of a modern city? This 90-minute guided walk introduces Beirut through stories of trade, faith and everyday life, revealing how successive civilisations shaped this Mediterranean port.

    Explore traces of Bronze and Iron Age settlements, remains from classical antiquity, medieval structures and Ottoman-era architecture. Discover how these historical layers sit alongside modern buildings, offering clues to the city’s changing identity.

    Continue through Beirut’s commercial heart to trace its evolution from historic trading streets to the district seen today. Along the way, changing architectural styles, street patterns, places of worship and public squares reveal centuries of cultural exchange and urban transformation.

    Imagine daily life in ancient Beirut, uncover the legacy of Ottoman rule and explore the ambitions that reshaped the modern city. Stories of community and conflict connect the past to the streets around you.

    Designed for visitors seeking a concise yet insightful introduction, this tour offers a fresh perspective on Beirut’s heritage and a starting point for exploring further.

Location

Activity location

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    • Beirut
    • Beirut, Beirut Governorate, Lebanon

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • VGW4+HV3, Beirut, Lebanon | Meeting at the Martyrs' statue
    • Beirut, Beirut Governorate, Lebanon