Beirut Travel and Things to Do Guide

The capital of and largest city in Lebanon, Beirut is a cosmpolitan destination along the Mediterranean coast. This fast-paced destination is home to a strollable waterfront, a variety of distinct neighbrohoods, popular museums, and a vibrant dining and nightlife scene. Standout sections include Hamra, a bustling area that's home to the American University of Beirut, as well as plenty of shopping, dining, and nightlife. Downtown Beirut features luxury sthops, Italianate-Arabesque architecture, gardens, Roman bath ruins, and such cultural centers as the National Museum and its vast collection of antiquities.
Visitors to Beirut fly into the nearby Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport, which serves as Lebanon's single commercial airport and a hub for its national carrier, Middle East Airlines. Beirut's major meeting venue is the 82,000-square-meter Beirut International Exhibition & Leisure Center, which hosts a variety of meetings, events, and concerts. It features a 10,000-square-meter exhibition hall, along with a conference center, a ballroom, and outdoor event space.