[2025 Byblos Attraction] Travel Guide for Byblos (Updated May)

Byblos, one of the world heritage sites One of the cities where the ancient Phoenicians lived in the coastal area of Lebanon The gentle ancient port city. With the passage of time, it still retains many ruins of ancient city walls If you come to the city of Jubail, be sure to go to Byblos It is one of the oldest cities in the world where people have lived to this day . Today's Jubail retains the open-air market of Byblos and the castle of Byblos Although the civil war has lasted for several years, Jubail is a quiet place Climbing up the castle, you can enjoy the distant sea view, which is very cozy After coming to this ancient city, you can really experience the feeling of Little Paris in the Middle East . 【Visit the small shops in the ancient city】 Walking in the ancient city is like some small towns in Europe It doesn't look like the Middle East at all, with all kinds of colorful souvenir shops There are also local specialty soap shops, grocery stores, and small taverns The Lebanese shopkeepers in the ancient city are also very enthusiastic They always invite you to their shop, even if you just chat with them This ancient city is very comfortable, and I found a very special Lebanese dish . 【Taste the delicious Lebanese food】 It's really cozy to stroll around the market here and have a special Lebanese lunch When it suddenly rained while strolling in the old city of Byblos in Jubail, I wanted to find a place to hide and drink coffee, The sign outside this restaurant is only 24 dollars for a Middle Eastern meal, which looks very cost-effective, so we decided to sit down and eat . The environment is particularly beautiful, the space inside is very large, there is a bread room at the door, the Arabic bread ring hanging is super cute, which is attracted Each small bowl is different, the black one is lamb liver, mashed potatoes, sour cream chickpea milk, Mixed with eggplant chickpea sauce, traditional chickpea sauce, Stir the vinaigrette evenly and have crispy on top～ After visiting the ancient city, you can also go to the beach, it is definitely worth your careful discovery

I visited Byblos during my Easter vacation in Lebanon, and I have to say, it was a wonderful experience! 😎 The city is one of the oldest in the world, and walking through its streets felt like stepping back in time. The vibe was super peaceful, especially for a spring day. 🌞 There weren’t many people, which made it even more relaxing. 🙌 The city is small, but full of charm. The entry fee is quite affordable (typical for Lebanon), and it’s easy to reach from Beirut—just about an hour’s drive! 🚗💨 Once you’re there, you can explore the ancient ruins, stroll along the quaint streets, and enjoy some incredible views of the Mediterranean Sea. 🌊🌅 Byblos is the perfect spot for a relaxed day trip. You can grab a bite in one of the local restaurants while enjoying the views. 🍽️✨ I really recommend it if you're in Lebanon (I went there couple of years ago, and although the situation is complicated now, I'm sure it will get better) A historic gem that’s worth the visit!🌊 #celebrateit

🌟Itinerary🌟 Day 1: Explore Beirut • Pigeon Rocks: A landmark of Beirut, located on the Mediterranean Sea at the edge of the city. The two rocks are very famous. Recommended visit time: 1–1.5 hours. Free entry. • Downtown Beirut: Visit the landmarks of Beirut, such as the Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, and experience the perfect combination of ancient and modern. • National Museum of Beirut: Showcases the history and culture of Lebanon. The museum has a rich collection, including exquisite mosaics, sarcophagi, and sculptures. Recommended visit time: 2–3 hours. Day 2: Day Trip • Beiteddine Palace: Located in Beiteddine, this is a magnificent palace with beautiful surroundings. Recommended visit time: 1–2 hours. • Jeita Grotto: Located in Jeita, this is a spectacular underground cave with two levels. You can take a boat tour. Recommended visit time: 2–3 hours. • Byblos: A historic ancient town with a rich cultural heritage and beautiful beaches. Recommended visit time: 0.5–1 day. Free entry. 🍔Food Recommendations🍔 • Beirut Coffee: Taste the famous Beirut coffee at the open-air market and experience the local coffee culture. • Traditional Lebanese Cuisine: Try local restaurants or markets for grilled meat, salads, and desserts. 🏨Accommodation Recommendations🏨 • Hotels near Pigeon Rocks: Convenient for visiting Pigeon Rocks and other downtown attractions. • Downtown Hotels: Close to major shopping and dining areas with convenient transportation. 🚗Transportation Guide🚗 • In the City: You can take a taxi or bus. Transportation in the city is convenient. • Day Trips: For Beiteddine Palace, Jeita Grotto, and Byblos, we recommend renting a car or joining a day tour. 📝Tips📝 • Cultural Etiquette: Pay attention to your attire when visiting mosques. Women need to wear headscarves and take off their shoes and socks. • Safety Tips: Pay attention to the safety of your personal belongings during your trip and comply with local laws and regulations.

I stayed in Lebanon for 5 days. To be honest, it was not worth it. I visited 4 of the 5 world cultural heritage sites. It feels like UNESCO has not allocated any money and there is no maintenance at all. It is placed there in a mess. Why do you have the nerve to charge tickets? The one with better protection is the Temple of Baalbek, which costs $12. There is still a little way to go. But I can't get into the ruins on the opposite side. There was originally an underground passage from here, but the door at the end of the passage was locked. I don't know what the operation is. Since I bought the ticket, I should be able to see it, the staff said. It's free, but I can't go in. Can I see it the same from outside as from inside? It's better not to buy a ticket. We also went to Tripoli, which is said to be the most splendid city. It’s nice to have a Grand Bazaar. From Tripoli bus station you can take a bus to Biblos Castle. Just tell the driver and he will stop at a suitable place. Just go down and walk inside. The entrance fee is 9 US dollars, but it is really messy here, and there are no roads. Many times, as Lu Xun said, when there are more people walking, it becomes a road to explore. I almost fell down, but of course there were not many tourists. I met a The English-speaking tour guide said he would explain it to me. I said that if you speak Chinese, I may still be able to accept it, but I may not be able to understand the professional terminology in English. In fact, my subtext is, if you want to make Chinese money, why don't you learn Chinese? Saida and Tyre are in the south of Beirut. You can take a minibus at the bus station and it only costs 250,000 local currency in total. Saida has beautiful blue water and an earthy yellow castle. It is very beautiful and the city is also beautiful. Clean and tidy with smooth roads. Unlike the road to Baalbek, there are big potholes and small potholes, and there are patches here and there. Seeing this bad road, I thought to myself, why don't you let the Chinese help you repair it? After arriving at Tire Bus Station, walk down and you will reach Tire Castle in less than 5 minutes. This castle was built right on the seaside. Unfortunately, there are only a few ruins left, not even anything of scale. I didn't find the door to get in. Then I found a place selling tombstones, and the man waved me in to take pictures. Sure enough, this angle is pretty good. I took photos for a while and saw that he was holding money in his hand. I guess he wanted a tip. I gave him a few dollars and he thanked me happily. When I came back, I found the entrance to the scenic spot. Okay, okay, it saved me 9 dollars. It's really not worth paying for it. I also took a photo at the entrance of Angel Ancient City. The inside is just like that. To be honest, the gold content of these four world cultural heritages is too low. Only Baalbek is decent. The rest are really not worth it. . So two days are enough in Lebanon, one day for Baalbek and the Bekaa Valley, and another day for walking around the city and seeing the Pigeon Rock Mosque. If you delay for one more day, it will be another boring day. Who said it was the Paris of the Middle East? So how low is the gold content of the Middle East? If Paris looks like this, can it still be Paris? I would also like to say that although taxi drivers in Lebanon are quite hateful, asking tourists for random prices, and will overturn the agreed price at will when you arrive at the destination, forcing you to pay a high price, long-distance transportation is okay. Although there are a little more stops and the car is a little worn, the price is not arbitrary. You can use public transportation to Baalbek, Tripoli, Byblos, Saida, and Tire, and the price is not expensive. There is no need to charter a car at all. I really don’t understand how expensive it is to charter a car in Lebanon. The price given by my B&B owner (a Chinese) is $120 for Baalbek (120 kilometers round trip to Beirut), $150 for Tripoli (150 kilometers round trip), and $150 for Byblos (60 kilometers round trip). ) 120 knives, and these two places cannot be visited on the same day. I used facts to prove that the two places are in the same direction, even if public transportation is used, not only can I finish the trip in one day, but I can also return to my residence before four o'clock. Hey, it feels like That road is made of gold. But it’s expensive for a reason. Those scenic spots must be worth the charter fare. It’s really not cost-effective to visit places that aren’t worth it. Figure 1-5 Tire Castle, Figure 6-10 Byblos

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