Museums & culture in Beirut
Museums & culture in Beirut — archaeology, modern art and science collections. Use each institution’s official website for hours and tickets.
Museums in Beirut
Choose a venue by interest — archaeology, modern art or natural science — then confirm hours on the official website.
Plan a culture visit
National Museum → MIM → café stop in Badaro. Allow buffer for traffic and ticket queues.
Sursock Museum in Achrafieh, then a walk toward Gemmayzeh. Confirm Sursock hours (closed Mon–Tue).
Pick two indoor museums (for example National Museum and Sursock) plus a covered café. Skip long outdoor walks.
Before you go
- Hours and exhibitions can change without notice.
- Cash may be required at some venues — carry a backup payment method.
- Photography may be limited; follow each museum’s rules.
- Always check official channels on the day of your visit.
- Expect holiday and special-event closures.