Beirut Civil War Tour Guided Tour of Historic War Sites
Features
4 hours
- Entrance fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fee
- Certified Guide
- Hotel Pickup & Return
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Explore the powerful history of the Lebanese Civil War on this guided walking tour through Beirut's most iconic war-era landmarks. Visit sites like Martyrs' Square, The Egg, and Beit Beirut to uncover stories of resilience and transformation. Gain insights from an expert guide as you trace the infamous Green Line...
- Duration 4 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 15 people in the group
- 1
Beirut
To start with, we’ll pick you up directly from your hotel or Airbnb in Beirut and transfer you to Martyrs’ Square, the tour’s starting point. From there, the immersive journey begins.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
Martyr's Square
First and foremost, start your journey where it all began. Once a symbol of national unity, this square eventually became a frontline symbol during the war.
Key Highlights include:
- History of the square before and during the war
- Role of Martyrs’ Square during sectarian conflict
- Rebirth of the city center
...
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 3
Beirut
Next up, discover one of Beirut’s most photographed ruins, still bearing visible scars from war.
Highlights:
- Urban decay and symbolism
- Use of the Egg during the war
- Modern youth protests and cultural meaning
Notably, this site remains a powerful emblem of resilience.
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 4
Beirut
The Green Line – Walking Through a War Zone
Afterwards, trace the invisible yet powerful path of Beirut’s Green Line, the boundary that once divided Christian East and Muslim West.
Highlights include:
- Sectarian checkpoints & sniper alleys
- Daily life along the frontline
- Real stories from a local Guide
Moreover, learn...
- Duration 25 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Local Guide Included
- 5
Beit Beirut
Then, explore this architectural and emotional landmark—one of the most powerful Civil War sites in Lebanon.
Highlights:
- Barakat family’s role and the building’s transformation
- Civil War exhibitions and bullet-riddled interiors
- Memory, trauma, and urban identity
You'd go in, if it's open.
Furthermore, this stop offers deep reflection on Beirut’s collective...
- Duration 1 Hour•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 6
Beirut
Damascus Street – From Death Strip to Daily Commute
Following that, walk through the street that once symbolized division and death, now buzzing with life and reconstruction.Highlights:
- Historical photos vs present-day reality
- How war redefined Beirut’s infrastructure
- War, memory, and forgetting
In particular, see how the city has transformed...
- Duration 20 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 7
Downtown Beirut
Subsequently, end your journey in the renewed downtown district and explore how Lebanon is shaping its future after decades of conflict.
Highlights:
- Solidere and the reconstruction project
- Hidden remains and erased neighborhoods
- Post-war amnesia vs remembrance
Additionally, consider the controversies and challenges tied to rebuilding.
- Duration 1 Hour•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 8
Beirut
Finally, towering above the skyline, this crumbling hotel became one of the most violent sniper nests during the Battle of the Hotels (1975–76).
Highlights:
- The Battle of the Hotels explained
- Strategic value during the war
- Why it still stands unrestored
- Photography stop from a safe distance
Not to mention, this...
- Duration 15 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 9
Beirut
At the end of the walking tour, your driver will meet you nearby for your transfer back to your hotel, ensuring a comfortable conclusion to your immersive historical experience.
Overall, this tour offers a rare and powerful window into Beirut’s civil war history.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
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