Al-Bass Hippodrome
One of the largest Roman hippodromes ever found — 480 metres long, with a triumphal arch still standing.
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Tyre (Sour)
South Lebanon — Coast
Pristine sandy beaches and Roman archaeology, including a remarkably preserved Hippodrome.
Sights
Known for its pristine sandy beaches and massive Roman archaeological sites, including a well-preserved Hippodrome.
After Dark
The Christian Quarter near the port is filled with colorful alleys and boutique bars and restaurants like Cloud 59 on the beach.
The Itinerary
Top Places to See
The shortlist we always send first. If you have only one afternoon, start here.
Al-Mina Site
The seafront archaeological zone with a Roman bathhouse, colonnade, and remains of the Phoenician harbor.
Christian Quarter
The maze of pastel houses and bougainvillea behind the fishing port.
Tyre Beach Nature Reserve
Lebanon’s largest sandy beach and a protected nesting site for loggerhead and green sea turtles.
Insider Notes
Quietly Highlighted
The corners that don't always make the guidebooks but reward the curious.
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Phoenician glass
Modern Tyre still has glassblowers using Phoenician techniques — workshops welcome visitors.
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Hiram’s Tomb
A monumental sarcophagus 6 km out of town, popularly attributed to the Phoenician king who supplied cedars to Solomon.
What to Do
Entertainment & Atmosphere
Where the place comes alive — concerts, festivals, beach clubs, and the best ways to fill an evening.
Cloud 59
A barefoot beach club on the reserve — sundowners, music, and weekend DJs.
Tyros Beach Club
A more polished beach-club option with daybeds and lunch service.
Sour fishing harbor at dawn
The catch comes in just after sunrise — coffee in a portside café is the local ritual.
The Table
Where to Eat
Tested addresses across categories — from village mountain food to fine modern Lebanese.
Le Phenicien
A harbor-side classic for grilled sea bass and Lebanese mezze.
Tanit
A pretty restored old house in the Christian Quarter — modern Lebanese plates and a good wine list.
Abou Deeb
Local favorite for fish kibbeh and samkeh harra — a southern speciality of spicy fish with tahini.
To Take Home
Souvenirs Worth the Suitcase Space
Locally made, locally sourced, and small enough to fly with — what to actually buy.
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Phoenician-style glassware
Hand-blown glass tumblers and small bottles in Mediterranean blues and greens.
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Tyrian purple textiles
Modern scarves and linens dyed in the deep red-purple that made Tyre famous in antiquity.
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South Lebanon olive oil
Single-mill, cold-pressed oil from the Sour hinterland — sold at small co-ops.
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