Historical City Half-Day Walking Tour

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Duration:
Location: Beirut, Lebanon | Beirut, Lebanon


Category: Tours & Sightseeing

Highlights:
Top archaeological landmarks of Beirut in 1 concise tour
Many artifacts on display inside the National Museum
Nejme Square with its iconic clock tower & key buildings
Historical understanding of a city thousands of years old
Local guide ready to share expert knowledge

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Beirut city center
Admission to the National Museum
Roundtrip transportation to and from your central Beirut hotel

Description:

Explore downtown Beirut on this half-day tour. As you stroll part of the city’s Heritage Trail, admire the notable historical and archaeological landmarks, while your guide explains the area’s complex past. Step inside the National Museum, filled with ancient treasures.

Centrally located in the downtown area, Nejme Square with its prominent buildings has become the face of Beirut. See the 1930s clock tower with its 4 Rolex faces, parliamentary buildings, and appreciate the Art Deco architecture. Enjoy a spot of people-watching as locals and tourists mingle in this popular spot.

As you explore the important religious and cultural sights, observe how churches and mosques occupy the same spaces, an insight into Beirut’s troubled Crusader and Muslim past. Go inside the National Museum, a celebration of the myriad of civilizations that have occupied this land over the centuries. Complete your tour with an understanding of this incredibly diverse and vibrant place.