Bab Idriss Travel Guide
Beirut
Visit Bab Idriss
Popular places to visit
Zaitunay Bay
Explore the waterfront in Beirut with a trip to Zaitunay Bay. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Hamra Street
During your trip to Beirut, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hamra Street. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Beirut Corniche
Explore the great outdoors at Beirut Corniche, a lovely green space in Beirut. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.
Pigeon Rocks
Explore the great outdoors at Pigeon Rocks, a lovely green space in Beirut. While in this trendy area, find time to visit its shops.
Our Lady of Lebanon
Find out about the history of Harissa with a stop at Our Lady of Lebanon. Amble around this trendy area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
Beirut Souks
During your visit to Beirut, you can enjoy retail therapy at Beirut Souks. Discover the cafes and its museums while you're in the area.
Things to do
Sidon - Tyre - Maghdouche Trip, From Beirut
Baalbek - Anjar - Ksara Trip From Beirut
Cedars of Lebanon, Qozhaya, & Bcharreh - With Lunch
Deir el Qamar - Beiteddine Palace - Chouf Cedars From Beirut
Tripoli, Saydet El Nouriyeh & Batroun - With Lunch
Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut (Entrance Fee Included)
Top hotels in Bab Idriss
Matar Residence - Spacious Hotel Suites in Beirut
Comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut by IHG
Wonderful stay and great staff. Within walking distance of down town area and the bay.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Portemilio Hotel And Resort
Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort Beirut
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Royal Tulip Achrafieh
Other neighbourhoods around Bab Idriss
Beirut Central District
Beirut Central District is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Beirut Souks and Al-Abed Clock Tower.
Secteur Minet El Hosn
If you're spending some time in Secteur Minet El Hosn, Charle de Gaulle Residence and Port of Beirut are top sights worth seeing.
Ain Al Mraiseh
If you're spending some time in Ain Al Mraiseh, Port of Beirut and Beirut Corniche are top sights worth seeing.
Beirut Waterfront
While visiting Beirut Waterfront, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Beirut and Zaitunay Bay.
Hamra
You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and museums in Hamra. You might want to make time for a stop at Hamra Street or Agial Art Gallery.
Gemmayzeh
If you're spending some time in Gemmayzeh, Sursock Museum and Saifi Village are top sights worth seeing.
