Avenue General de Gaulle, Beirut

#92 among attractions in Beirut

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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. The avenue runs north-south along the Mediterranean coast, from the Manara lighthouse where it connects to Avenue de Paris, skirting around the cliffs of Raouché and the Pigeons' Rocks, down to Boulevard Saeb Salam where it connects to Avenue Rafic Hariri at Ramlet al-Baida beach. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 33°53'28"N, 35°28'18"E

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Avenue General de Gaulle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Verdun, Corniche Beirut, Sanayeh Park, Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut.

0.7 miSE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Verdun, Beirut
19 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...
0.8 miNE
Waterfront
Corniche Beirut, Beirut
22 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...
1.1 miE
Park, Playground, Garden
Sanayeh Park, Beirut
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Beirut, Sanayeh Park stands as a verdant oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. This historic public garden, spanning an area of 22,000 square meters, is one of the few green spaces in Beirut, providing residents and visitors alike with a tranquil...
0.9 miNE
Museum, Archaeological museum
Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut, Beirut
24 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 miNE
Observatories and planetariums
Lee Observatory, Beirut
21 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.
0.7 miNW
Archaeological site
Ras Beirut, Beirut
18 min walk • Ras Beirut is an upscale residential neighborhood of Beirut. It has a mixed population of Christians, Muslims, Druze, and secular individuals.
0.9 miNE
Neighbourhood
Hamra, Beirut
23 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 miNE
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.
0.7 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Piccadilly Theatre, Beirut
19 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 miNE
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.
0.8 miNE
33°53'44"N • 35°29'2"E
Al Madina Theatre, Beirut
20 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Avenue General de Gaulle?

Nearby attractions include Pigeon Rocks, Beirut (4 min walk), Lebanese American University, Beirut (11 min walk), Bliss Street, Beirut (16 min walk), Raouché, Beirut (16 min walk).

How to get to Avenue General de Gaulle by public transport?

The nearest stations to Avenue General de Gaulle:

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Hamra • Lines: 2 (18 min walk)
بحري • Lines: 15 (20 min walk)