Private five-hour Beirut food tour with tastings in four neighbourhoods and a mezze lunch.
This private five-hour food tour is listed on Tripadvisor by Beirut Airport Transfer - Day Tours, an operator with a 4.9 rating from about 380 reviews and a listing history back to 2013. The itinerary moves by private air-conditioned vehicle through Hamra Street, Downtown Beirut, the Mar Mikhael neighbourhood and Bourj Hammoud, with a final stop for a full sit-down Lebanese mezze lunch. Tastings include manoushe, hummus, falafel, shawarma and knefeh, plus Lebanese sweets such as baklava, mamoul and halawet el jibn. A private food guide accompanies the group, which is limited to six people. Pickup is free from any hotel, Airbnb or residence in Beirut, and the listed alternative pickup point is Martyrs' Square. Free cancellation applies up to 24 hours before the start, and pay-later booking is offered. Prices on Tripadvisor start at around USD 150 per person but vary by group size, so confirm at checkout. The tour fits visitors who want to see several neighbourhoods in half a day.
| Price | From about USD 150 per person (~13.4 million LBP), listing price; varies by group |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 hours |
| Address | Pickup at the traveller accommodation in Beirut, or Martyrs' Square (plus code VGW4+HV3); coordinates mark Martyrs' Square |
What is included
- Private food guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Street food tastings
- Lebanese sweets
- Sit-down mezze lunch
Good to know
- Operator
- Beirut Airport Transfer - Day Tours (listed on Tripadvisor)
Location
Pickup at the traveller accommodation in Beirut, or Martyrs' Square (plus code VGW4+HV3); coordinates mark Martyrs' Square
33.8954, 35.5069 View on map
Highlights
- Private guide and air-conditioned vehicle
- Four neighbourhoods in one tour: Hamra, Downtown, Mar Mikhael and Bourj Hammoud
- Sit-down mezze lunch included
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Tips for visiting
- Book through the Tripadvisor listing and select the accommodation from the pickup list at checkout.
- Arrive hungry; the tastings plus mezze lunch are substantial.
- Confirm the current route by message because stops can change when areas are unsafe.
- Tip the guide in cash; gratuities are not included.
When to visit
Morning, starting by 10:00
Accessibility
Vehicle-based with short walks; visitors with limited mobility should confirm vehicle access when booking.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost?
Tripadvisor shows a starting price of about USD 150 per person (~13.4 million LBP at 89,500 LBP per USD); the price at checkout depends on group size.
How long is it?
About five hours.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, from any hotel, Airbnb or residence in Beirut, or from Martyrs' Square.