How to Plan a Trip to Beirut
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Lebanon needs.
Your 4-step Beirut plan
Step 1 — Book flights to BEY
Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) is the main gateway to Beirut. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to BEYStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Downtown Beirut + Martyrs' Square for the best first-time visit — Reconstructed Ottoman + French Mandate district.
Where to stay in BeirutStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Corniche + Pigeon Rocks (Raouché), then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Beirut.
Things to do in BeirutStep 4 — Sort your airport transfer
Taxi (negotiate fixed fare) is USD 15–25 and takes 15–25 min. Pre-book a private transfer for stress-free arrival.
BEY arrival guideBefore you book — visa check
Visa-on-arrival USD 17 for US, UK, EU, Canada, AU, NZ, Japan + 60 nationalities (30 days). Passport must have 6+ months validity. NO entry if Israeli stamp.