Lebanon

There are plenty of incredible places that you can explore, as well as plenty of interesting things that you can partake in while you are on your Lebanon trip. The best way to experience all of Lebanon is on a tour, which includes transport as well as local knowledge. Due to the small size of Lebanon, it is possible to see the whole country in one day trips from Beirut. Except the Northern Mountains, you may have to stay overnight, but you can if you wish, visit the whole country on various day trips from Beirut.

If you are staying more than 5 days in Lebanon, it may be wise to reserve a night or two close to Byblos and make several trips from there, that way you will not have to drive as much.

Beirut is one of the best places to visit in Lebanon. Lebanon is a wonderful country full of contradictions, and these contradictions make for plenty of things to see and do. On the one hand, Lebanon can be a religious, conservative country, but at the same time, it can be the best party scene you will ever experience.

In fact, Lebanon is one of the safest countries in the Middle East, though there are areas you would be advised to avoid visiting, like its border regions, which are rife with more political instability. As mentioned earlier, there are areas in Lebanon which are sadly unpopular with locals as well, because of increasing urban instability.

Public transportation is not always organized in Lebanon, particularly if you are looking to visit top sites outside Beirut. Bus schedules are disorganized, but for getting to major cities outside Beirut, I recommend going to the Charles Helou bus station (for buses going to northern parts of Lebanon) or to the Kola junction (for buses going north or the Bekaa valley).

As visitors today, check out Byblos castle, take a stroll by the ocean, and wander through the souks looking for interesting souvenirs. Some things to do in Byblos are to explore its souks, walk the harbour, go on a boat ride down the coast, see its ruins and the castle, and go swimming on the beach.

Byblos is one of the best places in Lebanon to visit, located to the north of Beirut, by the sea. If you have not heard, Lebanon mixes up its high-rise views of mountains, along with some star-struck views of the sparkling Mediterranean Sea, and never has a better spot been located for taking in this country’s shoreline than Byblos.

Located to the North of this small country, day trips to the Qadisha valley are easily accessible from the capital city of Beirut and enjoying some stunning hiking trails in the landscapes here is certainly one of the best things to do in Lebanon. Tripoli will provide you with a true North Lebanese experience because it has yet to be commercialized the way Beirut has been. The capital Beirut is an obligatory destination to visit and take a tour if you wish to experience Lebanon’s lively culture and archaeological wonders.

Visiting Baalbek is one of the best things to do in Lebanon, the city has some spectacular Roman ruins built to gargantuan proportions, often considered to be the most important of the Middle East, and, disputedly, the most out-of-the-way Roman ruin site in the world, second only to Palmyra in Syria. The best Roman ruin in Lebanon, Baalbek’s archaeological site is among the best in the world, so it is no surprise it makes its way into the best things to do in Lebanon list. Baalbek, a UNESCO world heritage site, is an absolute must-visit spot for anyone interested in learning about Lebanon’s history and culture.

Become a Lebanon foodie by visiting some of the authentic restaurants of Lebanon. Sip wine in the Bekaa valley There is no better way to experience Lebanon than by sipping wine in the Bekaa valley. Get lost amongst the enchanting streets, and sample some of the best seafood Lebanon has to offer.

We suggest giving yourself between 7-10 days so that you can experience the best cities and attractions of Lebanon in a relaxed way. If you are only staying for 5 days - or anything close to that - one day is certainly plenty of time to visit the places mentioned above within one day. If you are tight on time on a Lebanon trip, then this might be one element that you could cut out of your itinerary.

No vacation to Lebanon is complete without visiting the incredibly popular caves of the Geita. Moving from the city landmarks to the natural wonders, one of the epic things to do in Lebanon is heading for Jeita Grotto -- a stunning cave structure that is both staggeringly massive and stunningly beautiful. So, it is obvious that enjoying a summery break in Byblos is one of the things you should do in Lebanon, and sunset is an especially precise time to do it.