Beirut

June through August are some of the hottest months, but these are also the months when Beirut's celebrated party scene is at its most active, with revellers gathering by the poolside, on rooftops and by the Mediterranean. Spring and autumn have milder temperatures and are better fit for slow-paced city exploration and hikes. December through March are the height of ski season when winter sports enthusiasts flock to the surrounding slopes.

Keep up-to-date with travel safety advice when planning a trip to Beirut and all through your stay. While most visits are trouble-free, there is a risk of terrorism present at all times, especially so in crowded areas and around dates of political significance, such as elections. Governments of many countries advise against travel to some parts of Lebanon, particularly around the borders with Syria and Israel, around refugee camps and the southern suburbs of Beirut, where the threat of terrorism is especially high.

Citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates do not require a visa to enter Lebanon and stay for up to 6 months in a year for the purpose of tourism, provided they have no Israeli marks or stamps in their passports and a nonrefundable onward ticket; same applies to citizens of Jordan for stays of up to 3 months a year. Visa on arrival is granted under the above conditions to nationals of the European Union, much of Europe, the USA, Mexico, Canada, China, Australia, and many other countries across Asia and South America. If you do require a visa, an application must be made in advance via a Lebanese embassy or consulate closest to you. Please visit the General Security web page for up-to-date information.

Public transport in Beirut is undergoing significant improvements but still faces challenges. One of the best ways to get around Beirut is by taxi or ride-sharing apps like Uber.

Country code: +961 Area code: 1

In Beirut, the electrical voltage is 230V with a frequency of 50Hz. The types of electrical plugs used are types C, D, and G.