Ras Beirut, Beirut

Name: Ras Beirut
Address: Beirut, Lebanon

#36 among attractions in Beirut

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Ras Beirut is an upscale residential neighborhood of Beirut. It has a mixed population of Christians, Muslims, Druze, and secular individuals. Ras Beirut is home to some of Beirut's historically prominent families, such as the Bekhazi Rebeiz family, the Daouk family, the Itani family, the Sinno family, and the Sidani family family, the Beyhum family and others. Included in the area are a number of international schools and universities, including the American University of Beirut and International College Beirut. ()

Local name: رأس بيروت Coordinates: 33°54'0"N, 35°28'0"E

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Ras Beirut – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Verdun, Corniche Beirut, Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut, Lee Observatory.

1.3 miSE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Verdun, Beirut
35 min walk • Verdun, nestled in the heart of Beirut, Lebanon, is a bustling shopping district known for its luxurious ambiance and a wide array of retail experiences. This vibrant area has become a beacon of modern consumer culture in the city, offering both locals and tourists an...
0.7 miE
Waterfront
Corniche Beirut, Beirut
20 min walk • Nestled along the Mediterranean coast, Corniche Beirut is a vibrant waterfront promenade and a beloved landmark of Beirut, Lebanon. Stretching approximately 4.8 kilometers, the Corniche provides residents and visitors with a picturesque space for leisurely strolls...
1 miE
Museum, Archaeological museum
Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut, Beirut
27 min walk • The Archaeology Museum of the American University of Beirut in Beirut, Lebanon is the third oldest museum in the Near East after Cairo and Constantinople.
0.8 miE
Observatories and planetariums
Lee Observatory, Beirut
20 min walk • The Lee Observatory is an astronomical observatory on the campus of the American University of Beirut in Beirut, Lebanon. Opened in 1873, it is the first and the oldest observatory of the Middle East in modern times.
1 miE
Neighbourhood
Hamra, Beirut
25 min walk • Hamra is a neighborhood in Beirut, Lebanon. The center of the neighborhood, Hamra Street, is one of Beirut's major commercial districts, and is known for its fashion stores, as well as many restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels.
0.6 miE
Street
Bliss Street, Beirut
16 min walk • Bliss Street, or Rue Bliss, is one of the principal streets of the Hamra area, which is within the Ras Beirut District of Beirut in Lebanon.
1 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Piccadilly Theatre, Beirut
27 min walk • The Piccadilly Theatre in Rue Hamra, Beirut was a major venue for concerts, musicals and plays in Lebanon during the 1960s and the 1970s.
0.9 miE
Universities and schools
American University of Beirut, Beirut
23 min walk • The American University of Beirut is a private, non-sectarian, and independent university chartered in New York with its campus in Beirut, Lebanon.
0.9 miE
Museum
Mcdonald Aub, Beirut
23 min walk • AUB - Nature Conservation Center is a Lebanese is an academic research center.
0.7 miSE
Street
Avenue General de Gaulle, Beirut
18 min walk • Avenue Général de Gaulle is a seaside, palm-lined street in Beirut, Lebanon. The avenue, which was named in honor of the French general and president Charles de Gaulle, forms with Avenue de Paris the Corniche Beirut promenade.
0.7 miS
33°53'24"N • 35°28'13"E
Pigeon Rocks, Beirut
19 min walk • Geologic formation, Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ras Beirut?

Nearby attractions include Bliss Street, Beirut (16 min walk), Avenue General de Gaulle, Beirut (18 min walk), Pigeon Rocks, Beirut (19 min walk), Corniche Beirut, Beirut (20 min walk).

How to get to Ras Beirut by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ras Beirut:

Bus

بحري • Lines: 15 (14 min walk)
Hamra • Lines: 2 (27 min walk)