Yalla! Explore Beirut’s hidden gems with Spotted by Locals! From vibrant street art alleys to the best local eateries, our Spotters reveal the layers of history and culture in Beirut.
179 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
Daraj in Mar Mikhael, offers great coffee, tea, and a tempting food menu. With sunny outdoor seating, it’s perfect for a relaxing afternoon!
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Are you looking for somewhere away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city? Fat Cat Society is the my go-to pub, nestled in a cozy neighborhood.
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The Terrible Prince isn't just a restaurant; it's an experience. It's a place to celebrate life, good company, and the indomitable spirit of Beirut.
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This current shop in Ras Beirut, Snoubra has been there since 1979, when Abou Ziad, the current owner, decided to move from main street Hamra...
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When you take a few steps inside the store there is a door that says "Want to Escape?", and it leads you to the most magical thing ever...
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It's like walking inside a snuggled Aladdin cave full of gems, and you want to get your hands on all of them.
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What you will be able to see is the bath's infrastructure, which includes fired clay or terracotta with some other mosaics that are still preserved.
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This piece of delightful dough, a part of our almost daily life, whether for breakfast or at any time of the day, now has a mural art piece celebrating it!
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At Wissam Sargi, you can pamper yourself every single day of the week. They do hair fashion for men, women, and children as well as makeup and facial care.
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One of my favorite sections is the one with hand-made soaps. These soaps are simply heavenly: they smell great, last long, and look super cute!
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An exciting part of this museum is that at some point, if you look up, you'll be looking through a glass ceiling that shows the church right above you.
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The school was a non-religious institution that opened its doors to any student regardless of religion, social status, or where they were from.
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179 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
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