October is one of the best months to visit Beirut - the weather is usually warm and pleasant, with daytime temperatures ranging from 24°C to 28°C and cooler evenings around 18°C to 22°C.
Rain is possible later in the month, but it’s usually light.
We recommend packing light layers, sunscreen for the daytime, and a light jacket or shawl for the evenings - especially as both events will be outdoors.
This seaside promenade is great for a walk or jog, especially at sunset. Plan your route to end in Raouché for a drink or coffee at a café.
A calm, artsy district with cool boutiques, coffee spots and a European feel – perfect for a slow afternoon stroll.
The heartbeat of Beirut’s hipster scene, lined with creative eateries and cocktail bars.
Buzzing with eclectic resto-bars, live music, and vibrant nightlife. Orient yourself around Gouraud Street, the main street.
An iconic downtown mosque known for its grand Ottoman design and serene blue dome.
A modern art museum in a grand Venetian-style villa, blending art, culture, and architecture.
A stunning collection of antiquities housed in a museum that straddles Lebanon’s divided past.
Founded during the civil war, this boutique supports local artists and sells traditional Lebanese handicrafts from clothing and jewely to home décor and dinnerwar.
Contemporary furniture and accessories that merge Middle Eastern traditions with sleek, modern design.
Things To Do In Beirut
One of the best boutiques for handmade home goods in Lebanon. Bokja sells furniture and clothing, made using beautiful textiles.
This brand employs underprivileged women to make its one-of-a-kind purses and fashiosn. Each piece is unique.
A beautiful boutique celebrating Lebanese craftsmanship with handmade homeware, fashion, and timeless artisanal pieces.
A beautifully restored Lebanese guesthouse in the mountains, blending heritage charm with modern comfort and soul-soothing hospitality.
A magical subterranean wonder of dramatic limestone formations and serene boat rides
An awe-inspiring Roman archaeological site that rivals any in the world - unmissable
A coastal town known for its lively old souks, Phoenician sea wall, and Mediterranean charm
A majestic 19th-century palace with lush gardens and exquisite Italianate Lebanese design
A regal retreat nestled in the Chouf mountains, perfect for a romantic escape or photo op
A seaside UNESCO gem and one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, full of charm and history. You can explore the Crusader Byblos Castle perched above ancient ruins.
NEIGHBOURHOODS TO EXPLORE
Buzzing with eclectic resto-bars, live music, and vibrant nightlife. Orient yourself around Gouraud
Street, the main street.
The heartbeat of Beirut’s hipster scene, lined with creative eateries and cocktail bars.
A calm, artsy district with cool boutiques, coffee spots and a European feel – perfect for a slow afternoon stroll.
This seaside promenade is great for a walk or jog, especially at sunset. Plan your route to end in Raouché for a drink or coffee at a café.
CULTURAL SIGHTS & MUSEUMS
A stunning collection of antiquities housed in a museum that straddles Lebanon’s divided past.
A modern art museum in a grand Venetian-style villa, blending art, culture, and architecture.
An iconic downtown mosque known for its grand Ottoman design and serene blue dome.
ARTISANS & DESIGN SHOPS
A beautiful boutique celebrating Lebanese craftsmanship with handmade homeware, fashion, and timeless artisanal pieces.
This brand employs underprivileged women to make its one-of-a-kind purses and fashiosn. Each piece is unique.
One of the best boutiques for handmade home goods in Lebanon. Bokja sells furniture and clothing, made using beautiful textiles.
Contemporary furniture and accessories that merge Middle Eastern traditions with sleek, modern design.
Founded during the civil war, this boutique supports local artists and sells traditional Lebanese handicrafts from clothing and jewely to home décor and dinnerwar.
DAY TRIPS & GETAWAYS
Explore outside Beirut - From sunlit ruins to mountaintop views, we’ve handpicked day trips to enrich your Lebanese adventure.
A seaside UNESCO gem and one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, full of charm and history. You can explore the Crusader Byblos Castle perched above ancient ruins.
Byblos
Explore outside Beirut - From sunlit ruins to mountaintop views, we’ve handpicked day trips to enrich your Lebanese adventure.
A majestic 19th-century palace with lush gardens and exquisite Italianate Lebanese design
Beiteddine Palace
A coastal town known for its lively old souks, Phoenician sea wall, and Mediterranean charm
Batroun
An awe-inspiring Roman archaeological site that rivals any in the world - unmissable
Baalbeck Temple
A magical subterranean wonder of dramatic limestone formations and serene boat rides
Jeita Grotto
A beautifully restored Lebanese guesthouse in the mountains, blending heritage charm with modern comfort and soul-soothing hospitality.